How to get from Koh Samui to Koh Tao, Thailand

Koh Tao is well connected with Koh Samui. You can get from Koh Samui to Koh Tao by ferry boat.

Koh Tao is well connected with Koh Samui, making the short island-hopping journey between them both easy and scenic.

1. Ferry Boat

Journey Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Because of its popularity and size, Koh Samui has more piers than any other island.

Therefore, the ferry between Koh Samui and Koh Tao leaves from several harbors. Koh Samui’s most famous port is Bangrak, located in the north. 

We recommend you first check the location of your hotel to find out which pier is closest to it. Then, you will save time traveling to the port, even if your ferry includes hotel pickup!

This route is operated by the company Lomprayah, which offers both high-speed and speedboat ferry services at different prices. It is a direct route, and ferries take about 1 hour and 30 minutes to arrive at Koh Tao.

Traveling by ferry is the only way to travel, but fortunately, these boat trips are very enjoyable and comfortable! Once you get on board, you can enjoy many different amenities! 

With a 4.5 star rating, this ride is among the most highly rated from Koh Samui to Koh Tao!

It is also a pretty short journey, and you will find yourself in Koh Tao in no time!

There is one ferry terminal on Koh Tao, which is known as Mae Haad Pier. This is where all the ferries arrive, which is convenient since the dock is located near many accommodations. 

2. Transport + Tour

Journey Duration: 8 hours

It is a great option to visit Koh Tao for more than a day by ferry, but if you are on a time crunch and would love to experience the island’s incredible diving for just a day, an organized diving trip from Koh Samui to Koh Tao could be your best choice!

These boat tours are the perfect escape to paradise! Different tours are available, and if you are new to diving, you can book a trip without any prior diving experience.

You can get a full-day experience with Lomprayah! They pick you up from your hotel in Koh Samui and take you to the ferry to Koh Tao, where you can dive, swim, snorkel and sunbathe!

Then, you can also have lunch and relax for a while before being dropped off at your hotel back in Koh Samui!

The price of the diving trip from Koh Samui to Koh Tao is considerably higher than that of taking the ferry independently. Still, if you’re planning a day trip to Turtle Island, this is actually a pretty fantastic deal!

Best day tours in Koh Tao, Thailand

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