Koh Samui – Koh Tao

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Koh Samui – Koh Tao

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Ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao

Depending on the season their are usually 2 daily and 16 weekly sailings between Koh Samui and Koh Tao. 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao, Songserm & Lomprayah High Speed Ferries.Koh Samui Koh Tao ferries take around 2 hours. The ferry costs between $71 and $218, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao.

What's the ferry schedule from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

The earliest Koh Samui Koh Tao ferry typically departs Koh Samui at about 10:30 and the last ferry usually leaves at 16:00.

How long is the ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

Ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao sail in around 2 hours. The fastest ferry is approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Koh Samui Koh Tao Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 16 weekly sailings from Koh Samui to Koh Tao provided by Songserm & Lomprayah High Speed Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Songserm provide 7 sailings weekly. Lomprayah High Speed Ferries provide 13 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

The price of a ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao typically range between $71* and $218*. On average the Koh Samui Koh Tao ferry is $120*. The cheapest Koh Samui Koh Tao ferry prices start from $71*. The average price for a foot passenger is $120*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

What is the distance from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

The distance between Koh Samui to Koh Tao is approximately 10 miles (16km) or 9 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao with a car?

Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Koh Samui and Koh Tao.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

Songserm & Lomprayah High Speed Ferries allow foot passengers on Koh Samui Koh Tao ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao.

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Koh Samui - Koh Tao Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryKoh Samui Island
Destination CountryKoh Tao Island
No. of Operators2
OperatorsSongserm & Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Average Price$120
Average Daily Sailings2
Average Weekly Sailings16
Average Sailing Duration2 h
Fastest Sailing Duration1 h 45 m
First Ferry10:30
Last Ferry16:00
Distance9 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 April 2025.

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Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 31/3/2025 and 6/4/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Songserm 10:30 14:15 3 hours 45 minutes Everyday
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries 12:15 14:15 2 hours Everyday
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries 16:00 17:45 1 hour 45 minutes Everyday

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