Koh Samui – Koh Tao

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Koh Samui – Koh Tao

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Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) Ferry

There are around 3 daily and 20 weekly sailings from Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier). 2 operators sail this route Lomprayah High Speed Ferries & Songserm. Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferries cost between $55.93 and $152.99, depending on booking details. Prices exclude any service fees. Please note that ferry schedules can vary by season and operator. We recommend that you use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferries.

What is the ferry schedule from Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)?

The earliest Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry sailings typically depart Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) at around 10:30. The last ferry usually departs at 16:00.

How long is the ferry from Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)?

The average duration of a Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry is around 2h 44m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 45m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 3 daily sailings and up to 20 weekly ferry sailings from Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier). These sailings are provided by Lomprayah High Speed Ferries & Songserm. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

How much does the ferry cost from Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)?

Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry prices typically range between $55.93* and $152.99*. The average price is typically $76.58*. The cheapest Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry prices start from $28.01*. The average price for a foot passenger is $76.58*.

Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

What is the distance from Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)?

The distance between Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) and Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) is approximately 9.9 miles (15.9km) or 8.6 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) with a car?

Currently, cars are not allowed on ferries between Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) and Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier).

Are foot passengers allowed on the ferry from Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) and Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) with Lomprayah High Speed Ferries & Songserm. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)?

Currently, you can not bring your pets on ferries from Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier).

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Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) - Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) Route summary
Departure Country Thailand
Destination Country Thailand
No. of Operators 2
Operators Lomprayah High Speed Ferries & Songserm
Average Price A$76*
Average Daily Sailings 3
Average Weekly Sailings 20
Average Sailing Duration 2h 44m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 45m
First Ferry 10:30
Last Ferry 16:00
Distance 8 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

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Koh Samui to Koh Tao
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 9/6/2025 and 15/6/2025

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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