Surat Thani to Koh Samui: Donsak ferries, combo tickets and a private car to the pier (2026)
If you fly into Surat Thani instead of Samui, the island is two legs away: 92 km by road to Donsak pier (about 1 h 30), then a car ferry of about 1 h 30. Raja Ferry runs hourly 05:00–19:00 to Lipa Noi (฿220 on foot); Seatran goes to Nathon (฿170). Combo bus + ferry tickets from the airport cost about ฿330–1,000, but the last ones leave around 16:00. A private car from Surat Thani Airport to Donsak is $110 per car and does not depend on combo times — useful for evening flights before the 19:00 ferry. checked .
- Airport → Donsak: 92 km, about 1 h 30
- Ferry: about 1 h 30; Raja hourly 05:00–19:00
- Ferry fare: Raja ฿220, Seatran ฿170 on foot
- Private car to the pier: from $110 per car
How do I get from Surat Thani to Koh Samui?
By road to Donsak pier (92 km from Surat Thani Airport, about 1 h 30), then a car ferry of about 1 h 30. Raja ferries land at Lipa Noi in the south-west, Seatran at Nathon on the west coast; from there you need a taxi or a car to your hotel.
Sources and checks: visitthailandtoday.com
All ways from Surat Thani to Koh Samui
| Way | Time | Price | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raja car ferry Donsak → Lipa Noi | 1 h 30 | ฿220 | hourly 05:00–19:00 |
| Seatran car ferry Donsak → Nathon | 1 h 30 | ฿170 (car ฿550) | roughly hourly, until early evening |
| Combo ticket from Surat Thani Airport (bus + ferry) | ≈ 3–4 h | ฿330–1,000 | last combos ≈ 16:00 |
| Private car incl. car ferry (market) | 3–3.5 h | ฿6,000–9,000 | |
| RideTHA car Surat Thani Airport → Donsak | 1 h 30 | $110–$210 | to the pier; ferry ticket extra |
Sources and checks: visitthailandtoday.com
When is the last ferry from Donsak to Samui?
Raja’s last car ferry leaves Donsak at 19:00; Seatran’s last boat is in the early evening (its own website was offline when checked). The last combined bus + ferry tickets from the airport leave around 16:00.
Sources and checks: visitthailandtoday.com
How much are the Donsak ferries?
Raja ฿220 per foot passenger, Seatran ฿170 per passenger or ฿550 per vehicle. The ferry is not included in our price.
Sources and checks: visitthailandtoday.com
Is it better to fly straight into Samui?
It is the short way: from Samui Airport to Chaweng is a short drive ($30 per car with us). Flying into Surat Thani is usually chosen for price or seat availability — then the ferry adds 3–3.5 hours in total.
Sources and checks: Travellers’ reports · visitthailandtoday.com
Can a private car take us all the way to our Samui hotel?
Yes, with the car on the ferry: market listings ask about ฿6,000–9,000 per car for 3–3.5 hours airport to hotel. Ask us and we quote the through trip with the ferry before you pay; by default our car takes you to Donsak pier.
Sources and checks: visitthailandtoday.com
How much is a private car from Surat Thani Airport to Donsak pier?
$110 for a sedan (up to 3 people), $130 for an SUV, $140 for a 9-seat van and $210 for a Toyota Alphard — per car, with a name sign and 60 minutes of free waiting after landing. Pay 50% online to confirm, the rest in cash to the driver — or pay 100% online. Trips under $100 are paid in full online. Full refund if cancelled 24h+ before pickup (multi-day trips: 7+ days before the start).
Surat Thani and Samui: price per car
| Route | Sedan | SUV | Van (9) | Premium (Alphard) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surat Thani Airport to Donsak ferry pier (to Samui & Phangan) 92 km · 1 h 30 min | $110 | $130 | $140 | $210 |
| Samui Airport to Chaweng (Samui) 6 km · 15 min | $30 | $40 | $40 | $65 |
Questions
How far is Surat Thani Airport from Donsak pier?
92 km, about 1 h 30 by road.
How long is the ferry to Samui?
About 1 h 30.
What time is the last ferry?
Raja’s last car ferry leaves Donsak at 19:00.
Where do the ferries arrive on Samui?
Raja at Lipa Noi, Seatran at Nathon.
Is the ferry ticket included?
No, you buy it at the pier.
Do you also drive on Samui?
Yes — airport transfers and a car with driver by the day on the island.
Sources and checks
- visitthailandtoday.com — Surat Thani to Koh Samui (unofficial source) · published 20 October 2026 · checked 27 October 2026
- Travellers’ reports — Samui Airport taxi rates 2026 (unofficial, not linked) · published 2026 · checked 27 October 2026
You may also need
- Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Chaweng, Bophut and Lamai: every way, night arrival and prices 2026
- Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Donsak pier (Samui & Phangan ferries): every way, night arrival and prices 2026
- Samui Airport to Chaweng (Samui) — from $30
- Samui Airport to Lamai (Samui) — from $45
- Samui Airport to Bophut & Fisherman’s Village (Samui) — from $30
- Car with driver on Koh Samui (per day) — from $215
Checked by the RideTHA team on 27 October 2026. Bookings operated by GG Services Limited (Hong Kong).