Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry
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Is Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry worth booking?
Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry is a 2-hour experience in Krabi, Thailand, from $35 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 48 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 3.8/5 (48)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $35 per person
Simplify your travel plans with pre-booked tickets from Krabi to Koh Samui, one of Thailand’s top-rated islands. Enjoy comfortable bus and ferry transfers, including onboard air-conditioned and door-to-door hotel pickup
What you get
About this experience
Simplify your travel plans with pre-booked tickets from Krabi to Koh Samui, one of Thailand’s top-rated islands. Enjoy comfortable bus and ferry transfers, including onboard air-conditioned and door-to-door hotel pickup services. Get a guaranteed seat year-round, and enjoy a range of flexible, early morning-to-afternoon departure timings. • Pre-booked bus and high-speed catamaran tickets from Krabi to the island of Koh Samui • Enjoy bus and ferry service in one joint, pre-booked ticket, including a direct bus with no stopover • Choose from multiple departure options through the day, with timing to fit every schedule • Door-to-door hotel pickup is available from Ao Nam Mao, Ao Nang, Ao Nang Soi 8, and Krabi Town
What's included
Included
- Air conditioning minivan/coach and high speed catamaran
- Ao Nang pickup is available only up to the 23 Roasters Cafe Krabi area
- Toilet on board
- Basic travel insurance
- Hotel pickup from Ao Nam Mao and Krabi Town
Not included
- Gratuities
- No transfer service is provided from Khlong Muang and Tubkaek.
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Krabi
Lomprayah's office at Krabi branch is located at 163/24 Pak Nam Subdistrict, Mueang District, Krabi Province 81000.
Meeting point
Krabi
Located on Maharaj Road, in the heart of Krabi Town
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Lomprayah(bus/coach+catamaran)
Duration: 4 hours Combined Vehicle: 8:00AM/11:30 AM: by bus/coach and catamaran, arriving at Nathon Pier Pickup included
Lomprayah(minivan+speedboat)
Operator: By Lomprayah Duration: 4 hours Pickup Time: 1 Hr before depart Combined Vehicle: 9:30 AM: by minivan and speedboat, arriving at Maenam Pier Pickup included
Krabi Sea Pearl(Bus+Ferry)
Duration: 5 hours Pickup Time: 1 Hr before depart Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Oh-Hoo
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child ticket age between 3-8 years
- If you stay at Railay Beach, we offer a pickup service from the boat ticket office at Ao Nam Mao Pier which is just a 15-minute longtail boat ride from Railay East.
- If you stay in Ton Sai, please come to the meeting point at Phra Nang Inn reception in Ao Nang.
- If you stay at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas, please take the hotel shuttle boat to Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang.
- On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund
- Passengers can carry personal luggage on car and/or boat up to a maximum total permitted weight must not exceed 20 kilograms (twenty kilograms) per person.
- If a passenger wishes to carry other luggage on car and/or boat more than the specified weight, Passengers must pay for the next piece of baggage at 200 baht each.
- If you select the 9:30 AM departure, your transfer will be by minivan and speedboat, arriving at Maenam Pier on Koh Samui.
- If you select the 8:00 AM or 11:30 AM departure, your transfer will be by bus/coach and catamaran, arriving at Nathon Pier on Koh Samui.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 48 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
48 verified traveler reviews for Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Easy way from Krabi to Samui
Efficient. Enough seats. Calm seas.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your kind review. We’re glad to hear that you found the service efficient, the seating comfortable, and that you enjoyed the calm sea during your trip. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on board again in the future. Best Regards, Oh-HOO Team
via Tripadvisor
Great communication and...
Great communication and timely transfer. A great way to get from krabi area to Koh samui instead of flying
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your kind review. We’re happy to hear that you were satisfied with the communication and the timely transfer. It’s great to know the trip from Krabi to Koh Samui was a convenient and enjoyable alternative to flying. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to assist you again on your next trip. Best Regards, Oh-Hoo Team
via Viator
Brilliant seamless trip
I was originally worried about travelling by coach and ferry as all flights had filled I had no choice but I must say it was absolutely seamless. The coach ride was shorter than expected the driver allowed us to stop for a break, we arrived at the ferry in good time and ferry ride was comfortable. I would recommend anyone to use this service rather than flying
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that your journey by coach and ferry was seamless and comfortable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are so happy that we could provide a reliable alternative to flying. We hope to welcome you again on your future travels. Best Regards, Oh-Hoo Team
via Tripadvisor
It'll get you there, but it's not well organized.
It'll get you there, but it's not well put together. We got picked up at the hotel and it was 45min in a van to the Lomprayah bus depot. Once out of the shuttle you check in with your bags and put color coded stickers on you/your luggage for what island you're going to. No one tells you what bus to get on, but we managed to find ours. Your bags are thrown on the double decker bus and then it's a 2hr ride to the Lomprayah Pier. There's a tiny closet of a toilet on the bus if you need it. The aircon was OK, no place to charge your phone. Bring headphones because everyone listens to their phones on full blast. At the Pier, it was an absolute sh*tshow. The weather wasn't great so the boat came back late which caused us to be late. Hundreds of people were milling around the waiting area. There's a small snack mart and a little Cafe, but with basic offerings like chips, nuts, cookies, some drinks, and instant noodles. There's a sign that says one 20kg bag per person, but no one checked if you had more. We tried to pay for ours but just got yelled at in Thai. No one really speaks English which is fine because of Google translate, but it was very chaotic. Passengers spoke different languages but broken English was common amongst most and it would've helped if the staff spoke English and made an announcement as to why we were late. They were trying to say the sea was very rough. We wee supposed to Depart at 230 but we're delayed til 3. We didn't get on til 4. When it was time to get on, there were no lines, just a mad rush of 200+ people trying to get on. People got on the boat and sat down with bags on seats and then it was the Hunger Games trying to find a seat. If you get motion sick AT ALL, or even think you might, sit towards the back near a window. You feel the motion less towards the back. DO NOT SIT IN THE MIDDLE. Also, don't eat before the trip. You will throw it back up. The crew handed out small black plastic garbage bags before we even left the pier. We left the Pier at 415 (1h15 late). About 30min into the ride, everyone was throwing up. You can stand outside at the back of the boat if you want, but all of the smokers go outside and smoke so keep that in mind. It may be better than being enclosed with people hurling their guts out. We finally arrived in Koh Samui at 615. The staff got everyone's bags off before letting people off, but it was probably better that way. All in all, you got from A to B but it was a mess from start to finish. Bring water and snacks, prepare for seasickness, sit towards the back, and hold on.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed account of your experience. We appreciate your honest feedback and are sorry to hear that the journey fell short of expectations in terms of organization and comfort. -Transportation & Check-in Process: We understand the frustration caused by the lack of clear communication regarding the buses and chaotic check-in at the pier. We’ll share this feedback with the team to improve the boarding process and provide clearer instructions to passengers in the future. -Facilities: Your comments about the bus and pier facilities are noted. While some limitations may be beyond our control, we’ll review how we can better support our customers during these transitions, including clearer announcements and more assistance from English-speaking staff. -Delays and Weather Conditions: While weather can be unpredictable, we recognize that timely communication about delays could have helped ease some frustration. -Boat Conditions: We understand how challenging the boat ride was, especially for those prone to motion sickness. We will communicate with the operators to suggest better handling of passenger comfort, seating, and announcements to minimize stress during such journeys. Your feedback will help us work with our partners to improve these aspects of the experience. Thank you for sharing your insights, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a smoother and more enjoyable journey in the future. Best regards, Oh-Hoo Team
via Viator
Works but overpriced.
Please note whilst the transfer is fine, the price Viator is showing is double the local price per the poster I have attached. Would be better to pay locally. Also has to pay extra 535 THB for transfer from our Krabi hotel before 4pm or risk them cancelling our trip. Responsiveness very slow regarding confirmation of pick up. Boat is fine, all worked out in the end.
Response from the operator: Dear valued customer, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We apologize for the confusion regarding the pricing and the extra transfer fee. We strive to provide clear and transparent information, and we regret that this was not your experience. We will review the pricing details and work on improving the responsiveness regarding confirmations to ensure a smoother process for future customers. We are glad to hear that the boat ride worked out in the end, and we appreciate your input as we continue to enhance our services. Best regards, Oh-Hoo Team
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $35 to $1733
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 17
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krabi.
How much does Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry cost?
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Prices start at $35 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Krabi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Krabi is not rushed.
Is Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 48 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Krabi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry?
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Around 17 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Krabi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Krabi and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Krabi To Koh Samui(Samui Island) by Bus and Ferry start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Krabi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Krabi?
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On Outty we rank every Krabi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full-Day Phi Phi Islands Tour with Lunch from Krabi, Phi Phi Early Bird & 4 Islands - Day Tour by Speedboat From Krabi, Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Krabi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Krabi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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