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Phuket to Koh Samui Bus

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21/04/2026
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Phuket to Koh Samui by bus

The journey from Phuket to Koh Samui by bus is 251.14 km and takes 8 hrs 4 mins. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:30 and the last at 23:30. It is possible to travel from Phuket to Koh Samui by bus for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 8 hrs 4 mins
Connection per Day 3
First Departure 00:30
Last Departure 23:30
Distance 251.14 km
Departure Phuket
Arrival Koh Samui
Carriers ราชา เฟอร์รี่, ลมพระยา

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Phuket to Koh Samui

The cheapest Phuket - Koh Samui bus tickets can be found for as low as €18.51 if you’re lucky, or €28.00 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €45.14.

Find the best day to travel to Koh Samui by bus

When travelling to Koh Samui by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Phuket to Koh Samui CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
17.58kg
Bus
18.84kg
Flight
50.23kg
Car
40.18kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Phuket and Koh Samui by bus?
Phuket to Koh Samui is 251.14 km.
How long does the bus between Phuket and Koh Samui take?
Phuket to Koh Samui is on average 8 hrs 4 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hrs 15 mins.
Which companies operate from Phuket to Koh Samui?
The bus journey from Phuket to Koh Samui is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: ราชา เฟอร์รี่, ลมพระยา and พันทิพย์ 1970.
How many bus connections per day go from Phuket to Koh Samui?
Phuket to Koh Samui has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Phuket to Koh Samui leave?
The earliest bus from Phuket to Koh Samui departs at 00:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Phuket to Koh Samui depart?
The latest bus from Phuket to Koh Samui departs at 23:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
How many direct connections depart from Phuket to Koh Samui?
There are on average 3 direct connection(s) from Phuket to go to Koh Samui.
What's the fastest journey time between Phuket to Koh Samui by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Phuket and Koh Samui is 6 hrs 15 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Phuket to Koh Samui?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Phuket and Koh Samui.
What are the CO2 emissions for Phuket to Koh Samui by bus?
The bus journey from Phuket to Koh Samui creates 18.84kg of CO2 emissions.