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10 places found in Koh Samui

Discover the best transportation in Koh Samui, Thailand. Tropical island paradise with palm-fringed beaches Whether you're planning your first visit or returning to explore more, our curated selection highlights the top-rated transportation that Koh Samui has to offer, complete with ratings, reviews, and practical visitor information.

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Discovery Divers Pier location

Discovery Divers Pier location

5.0(63)
60/10 Moo 4, Bophut, Koh Samui, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand
A professional scuba diving operator in Bophut, Koh Samui, catering to first-timers and experienced divers alike.
Silent Divers pier

Silent Divers pier

4.7(31)
32/40, ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand
A scuba diving operator on Koh Samui offering guided dives and courses for all experience levels.
Samui Airport

Samui Airport

4.6(7,482)
99, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand
An open-air terminal with thatched roofs and trams to the gates, more resort than airport.
Pralarn Pier

Pralarn Pier

4.4(363)
84320, ตำบล แม่น้ำ อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84330, Thailand
A working pier on Koh Samui's northwestern coast, serving as a departure point for boat tours and island excursions.
Thong Krut Pier

Thong Krut Pier

4.4(1,416)
Thong Krut Pier 79, 1 อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84140, Thailand
A working fishing pier where you book your own boat to Pig Island for a fraction of the hotel price.
Big Buddha pier

Big Buddha pier

4.3(292)
H354+F8Q, Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand
A working ferry pier, not a sight, but a decent place to wait with a cold smoothie in hand.

Where to stay

Best Hotels in Koh Samui

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Seatran Ferry Pier (Donsak)

Seatran Ferry Pier (Donsak)

4.3(1,534)
17/1 Moo 8, Don Sak, Surat Thani 84220, Thailand
Seatran's Donsak pier, with car ferries to Nathon on Koh Samui roughly every hour through the day for ฿170.
Lipa Noi Pier

Lipa Noi Pier

4.1(826)
FWJG+M6F, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, Thailand
A working ferry terminal on Samui's west coast, and the fastest way across to Don Sak on the mainland.
Surat Thani Airport

Surat Thani Airport

4.1(1,714)
73, Tambon Hua Toei, Amphoe Phunphin
The cheap way into Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao, with budget flights from Bangkok and bus-and-ferry tickets sold in arrivals.
Raja Ferry Port (Donsak)

Raja Ferry Port (Donsak)

3.6(2,653)
25/1 Surat Thani–Don Sak Road, Don Sak, Surat Thani 84220, Thailand
Raja Ferry's terminal at Donsak, with car ferries to Lipa Noi on Koh Samui every hour from 05:00 to 19:00.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best transportation in Koh Samui?

Browse our curated list above, sorted by rating and visitor reviews. We feature only verified transportation with Google ratings, so you can compare options and find the best match for your trip to Koh Samui.

How many transportation are in Koh Samui?

Our directory includes a growing collection of verified transportation in Koh Samui. Use the filters to narrow by price range or minimum rating to find exactly what you're looking for.

When is the best time to visit Koh Samui?

The best months for Koh Samui are January – September, and the rainy season runs October – December.