Getting aroundHOMI Recommended
Ferries, buses and transfers
Live schedules and tickets for every route to Koh Phangan, in one place.
Getting to Koh Phangan
Plan your journey to the island
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Ferries, buses &
transfers to Koh Phangan
Search live schedules and book your tickets in seconds. All major operators and routes available — from Koh Samui, Koh Tao, Surat Thani, and Bangkok.
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Common Routes
Getting here from anywhere
The most popular routes to Koh Phangan, with approximate journey times and prices.
From
Koh Samui Airport
Taxi + Ferry
Duration
1h 30min
Notes
Most popular route. Taxi to ferry pier (20 min), then Lomprayah or Raja ferry.
From $15
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Surat Thani Airport
Bus + Ferry
Duration
3h
Notes
Budget option. Shared minivan to Donsak pier, then night or day ferry.
From $12
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Bangkok
Bus or Train + Ferry
Duration
12–14h
Notes
Overnight bus or train to Surat Thani, then ferry. Good for budget travellers.
From $25
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Koh Tao
Ferry
Duration
1h
Notes
Short hop between islands. Lomprayah high-speed catamaran runs multiple times daily.
From $10
Book ferry & transferFerry Operators
Who operates the ferries
Lomprayah
High-Speed Catamaran
Routes: Koh Samui, Koh Tao, Surat Thani
Fastest and most reliable. Recommended.
Songserm
Express Ferry
Routes: Koh Samui, Koh Tao
Reliable mid-range option.
Raja Ferry
Car Ferry
Routes: Koh Samui (Don Sak)
Slower but cheaper. Good if travelling with a vehicle.
Private TransfersWe can arrange your
We can arrange your
airport transfer
From Koh Samui or Surat Thani airport to your villa door — private car, ferry connection, and luggage assistance included. Contact us when you book your villa and we will take care of the rest.
Request a TransferTransfer includes
Private air-conditioned vehicle
From airport to pier
Ferry ticket assistance
We book your ferry in advance
Pier-to-villa transfer
From Thong Sala pier to your villa
24/7 WhatsApp support
In case of delays or changes
Trusted Partners
Booked directly with the provider, arranged before you travel.
Travel insuranceHOMI Recommended
Nomad Insurance
SafetyWing's travel cover, arranged before you leave home.
Staying connectedHOMI Recommended
eSIM data for Thailand
A local data plan installed before you land, with no SIM to swap.
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Before and after your stay
Most guests reach Koh Phangan through Samui or Bangkok, and many extend the trip. These are worth booking ahead.
Tours and experiences
Koh SamuiHOMI Recommended
Snorkelling and kayaking day tour
A full day on the water from Koh Samui, guide included.
Koh SamuiHOMI Recommended
ATV jungle ride
A two-hour guided ride through Koh Samui's interior.
BangkokHOMI Recommended
Bangkok cafe tour
A guided circuit of the city's design-led cafes.
Phi PhiHOMI Recommended
Phi Phi snorkelling day trip
A day among the Phi Phi islands, departing Phuket.
PhuketHOMI Recommended
Phi Phi by speedboat catamaran
A faster crossing to the islands, leaving from Phuket.
KrabiHOMI Recommended
Emerald Pool and hot springs
Krabi's inland pools and Wareerak hot springs in one day.
Wellness
Koh SamuiHOMI Recommended
Wellness day at Absolute Sanctuary
Day programmes at the Koh Samui wellness resort.
BangkokHOMI Recommended
THANN Sanctuary Spa
A spa session at One Bangkok, booked before you fly.
Also worth booking
Koh SamuiHOMI Recommended
Afternoon tea at W Koh Samui
The hotel's W T-Time sitting, booked in advance.
BangkokHOMI Recommended
Nong Nooch Garden day trip
A day out from Bangkok taking in Nong Nooch and the Sanctuary of Truth.
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Ready to arrive?Book your villa
Book your villa
and we handle the rest
Once your villa is confirmed, our team will help you plan your arrival — ferry bookings, transfers, and anything else you need.