Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) – Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
Ferry to Koh Phangan Island
Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) – Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
Ferry to Koh Phangan Island
The Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferry is serviced by 3 ferry companies: Songserm, Seatran Discovery & Lomlahkkhirin. Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferries take around 21 minutes. The ferry costs between £20 and £73, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier).
The first Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferry typically departs from Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) at around 09:30. The last ferry usually departs at 17:00.
The Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferry trip can take around 21 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 20 minutes with Songserm. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are 52 weekly sailings from Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) provided by Songserm, Seatran Discovery & Lomlahkkhirin. Timetables can change from season to season.
Songserm provide 28 sailings weekly. Seatran Discovery provide 14 sailings weekly. Lomlahkkhirin provide 34 sailings weekly.
Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferry prices typically range between £20* and £73*. The average price is typically £40*. The cheapest Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferry prices start from £20*. The average price for a foot passenger is £40*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated August 25.
The distance between Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) is approximately 5.8 miles (9.3km) or 5 nautical miles.
No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) and Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier).
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Songserm, Seatran Discovery & Lomlahkkhirin ferries between Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) and Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier).
Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier).
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| Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) - Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) Ferry Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Destination | Koh Samui Island | |
| Destination | Koh Phangan Island | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Songserm, Seatran Discovery & Lomlahkkhirin | |
| Average Price | £40 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 7 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 52 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 21 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 20 m | |
| First Ferry | 09:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 17:00 | |
| Distance | 5 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 August 2025.
With the opening of Koh Phangan Airport yet to be unveiled, ferry travel is considered the best way to reach Koh Phangan, with hundreds of thousands each year making the crossing from nearby islands and popular parts of the Thailand mainland. The port is located on the southwest coast of the island and is known locally as Thong Sala Pier; it is generally very busy due to the popularity of the island and its close proximity to the famous Ban Had Rin beach. There are several crossings per day and each ferry boat typically carries around 180-300 people each time, creating a lively buzz around the area. The island is nearly always swarmed with backpackers and has become a notorious holiday destination for young travellers looking to discover Thailand’s party scene. Some regard the island’s reputation as the home of full moon parties, especially the infamous nights at Hat Rin, as a misconception distracting uninformed visitors from the hidden gems Koh Phangan has to offer. In an effort to attract a more upmarket clientele, areas such as Hat Thong Nai Pan Noi boast extravagant resorts with high quality restaurants and luxurious accommodation. For transport to and from the port, the only official taxi service is via songthaew (a pick-up truck type vehicle shared with other passengers) that are generally very reasonably priced. Many motorcyclists will offer tourists a discounted price but they are considered dangerous, unreliable and can also cause a fine from the police, so are best to be avoided.
