Onwards From Samui - Where to Travel Next?

Getting from Koh Samui to other popular destinations in Thailand and nearby islands usually involves a combination of ferry, boat, or flight travel. Here's how you can reach some well-known destinations from Koh Samui:

Koh Phangan: Koh Phangan is a nearby island known for its Full Moon Party, although there is so much more to offer than this one night a month. The island is absolutely beautiful and we would highly recommend a visit. Ferries take around 30 minutes, with frequent services throughout the day. Or explore its beaches at your own pace on a private Koh Phangan speedboat tour.

Koh Tao: Koh Tao, famous for scuba diving and snorkelling, is around 1.5 to 2.5 hours from Koh Samui by ferry, depending on the boat and whether it stops at Koh Phangan.

Bangkok: To reach the capital city, Bangkok, you have several options. You can take a direct flight from Samui Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, which takes around 1 hour 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a ferry to the mainland (Donsak) and then travel by bus or train to Bangkok.

Phuket: Phuket is another popular destination in Thailand. You can take a direct flight from Samui Airport to Phuket International Airport (HKT), which takes around 1 hour. Alternatively, you can take a ferry to the mainland (Donsak) and then travel to Phuket by bus or taxi.

Krabi: Krabi, known for its stunning beaches and access to Railay Beach, is reachable by taking a ferry from Koh Samui to the mainland (Donsak) and then continuing by bus or taxi to Krabi.

Chiang Mai: Bangkok Airways flies direct from Samui to Chiang Mai, a flight of around 2 hours. You can also connect via Bangkok.

Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island: This beautiful area can be reached from Koh Samui by taking a ferry to the mainland (Donsak), followed by a bus or taxi to Phang Nga Bay.

Not ready to leave just yet? Spend a day on the water first with our Koh Tao tours and day trips, or see our guide to island hopping from Koh Samui.