Big Buddha to Koh Samui

Big Buddha to Koh Samui

Big Buddha
Koh Samui
Sun, Jul 7
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Big Buddha to Koh Samui Schedule

Big Buddha to Koh Samui Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Call Me Taxi Van + Ferry 06:30 - 15:45฿ 850
Raja Ferry Express 09:00 - 10:30฿ 250
Raja Ferry Express 11:00 - 12:30฿ 250
Raja Ferry Express 13:00 - 14:30฿ 250
Raja Ferry Express 15:00 - 17:30฿ 250
Koh Tao Booking Center Ferry 16:00 - 16:50฿ 300

Transportation from Big Buddha to Koh Samui

Facts about the transport from Big Buddha to Koh Samui

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport30m
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure5:10 PM
Departures per day5
Distance344 kilometers
Transport Companies12Go Transport, Call Me Taxi, Koh Tao Booking Center, Lomprayah

How to get from Big Buddha to Koh Samui

When you want to get from Big Buddha to Koh Samui, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Ferry. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+ferry+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Ferry+Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 44.87. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry+van as a ferry+van ticket costs as low as USD 23.12.

How far is Big Buddha from Koh Samui?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Big Buddha to Koh Samui. Your trip will be a total of 214 miles (344 km). The flying distance is 163 miles (262 km).

How long does it take to get from Big Buddha to Koh Samui?

The travel time from Big Buddha to Koh Samui can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 10 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Big Buddha to Koh Samui?

The cost of the trip from Big Buddha to Koh Samui varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่): travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 23.12 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Ferry+Van - a one-way Ferry+Van ticket can cost as much as USD 44.87.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Big Buddha to Koh Samui:

  • taxi+Van price: USD 4.08. From Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 11:30 Maenam Pier until 17:10 Maenam Pier
  • Ferry tickets - USD 8.16 to USD 19.04.
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 23.12 - USD 44.87. From Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Kata Karon Transfer until 06:30 Kata Karon Transfer
  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 26.92 - USD 31.28. From Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Kata Beach Hotel Transfer until 06:30 Kata Beach Hotel Transfer

How many trips per day are there between Big Buddha and Koh Samui?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 3 by Bus+Ferry+Van from Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Kata Beach Hotel Transfer until 06:30 Kata Beach Hotel Transfer
  • 2 by Ferry+Van from Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Kata Karon Transfer until 06:30 Kata Karon Transfer

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Big Buddha to Koh Samui as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.

However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.

Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions..

The most popular transport from Big Buddha to Koh Samui

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Big Buddha to Koh Samui? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 92% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 8% chosen Bus+Ferry+Van