What is the cheapest way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town?

The cheapest way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town is to car ferry and bus which costs RM 140 - RM 240 and takes 13h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town?

The fastest way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs RM 650 - RM 1200.

Is there a direct bus between Ko Samui (Island) and George Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town. However, there are services departing from Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui and arriving at Komtar Bus Terminal via Surathani Talad Kaset Station and Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 14m.

How far is it from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town?

The distance between Ko Samui (Island) and George Town is 496 km.

How do I travel from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town without a car?

The best way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town without a car is to bus and Minivan and Mini Van which takes 13h 14m and costs RM 170 - RM 210.

How long does it take to get from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ko Samui (Island) to George Town bus from?

Ko Samui (Island) to George Town bus services, operated by Boonsiri Ferry, depart from Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui station.

Bus or fly from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town?

The best way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs RM 650 - RM 1200. Alternatively, you can bus and Minivan and Mini Van, which costs RM 170 - RM 210 and takes 13h 14m.

Where does the Ko Samui (Island) to George Town bus arrive?

Ko Samui (Island) to George Town bus services, operated by Boonsiri Ferry, arrive at Van Station Kaset Market 2.

What is the time difference between Ko Samui (Island) and George Town?

George Town is 1h ahead of Ko Samui (Island). It is currently 8:17 PM in Ko Samui (Island) and 9:17 PM in George Town.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town?

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Where can I stay near George Town?

There are 2495+ hotels available in George Town.

Ko Samui (Island) to George Town - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ko Samui (Island) to George Town by plane, bus, train, or car ferry

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane USM - PEN
4h 40m
RM 662–1,168
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Lipa Noi Pier to Raja Ferry Donsak Piercarferry
2. Take the bus from Raja Ferry Donsak Pier to Nakhon Si Thammaratbus
3. Take the bus from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Hat Yai Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Prangin Mallbus
13h 28m
RM 146–231
Bus, Minivan, Mini Van
1. Take the bus from Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui to Van Station Kaset Market 2bus
2. Take the bus from Surathani Talad Kaset Station to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Komtar Bus Terminalbus
13h 14m
RM 170–210
Bus, train, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui to Surat Thani Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Surat Thani Train Station to Hat Yaitrain
3. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
4. Take the train from Padang Besar to Butterworthtrain
5. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
13h 22m
RM 148–375

Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

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4h 42mAverage Duration

RM 521Cheapest Price

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Distance: 495.8 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Ko Samui (Island), Thailand and George Town, Malaysia?

Bangkok Airways, Firefly, and five other airlines fly from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Penang International Airport (PEN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui to Komtar Bus Terminal via Van Station Kaset Market 2, Surathani Talad Kaset Station, and Hat Yai in around 13h 14m.

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