Bangkok to Koh Samet: every way compared
Koh Samet is the nearest island to Bangkok: a few hours by road to Ban Phe pier, then a short boat ride. The cheapest option is the bus + ferry from about 300 baht; the fastest is the minivan + ferry at 3 h 30 min – 5 h.
Options compared
| Option | Price (one way) | Time | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus + ferryCheapest | 300–500 baht ≈ $9–15 | 4 h – 5 h 30 min | Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) |
| Minivan + ferryFastest | 300–550 baht ≈ $9–16 | 3 h 30 min – 5 h | Ekkamai and Victory Monument area |
Flight times are door to door: they include getting to the airport, check-in and, for direct flights, the ride into town, so they compare fairly with buses and trains. Price ranges checked in October 2026. Fares change with season and how early you book. Dollar amounts at 33.5 baht per US dollar.
Which option suits you?
Bus + ferry
300–500 baht, 4 h – 5 h 30 min, from Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai). Slow ferries are cheaper; speedboats cost more but take minutes.
Minivan + ferry
300–550 baht, 3 h 30 min – 5 h, from Ekkamai and Victory Monument area.
Questions
How far is Koh Samet from Bangkok?
About 200 km by road.
What is the cheapest way from Bangkok to Koh Samet?
Bus + ferry, from about 300 baht (4 h – 5 h 30 min).
What is the fastest way from Bangkok to Koh Samet?
Minivan + ferry: 3 h 30 min – 5 h, from about 300 baht.
Is there a train from Bangkok to Koh Samet?
No. Koh Samet has no train service from Bangkok.
Starting from the airport? Use the BTS & MRT map to reach your bus terminal or station.
Sources
Price ranges checked: October 2026
Prices are estimates from operators and booking sites and change with season and demand. Check the final price before you book. Spotted an error? Tell us.