What is the cheapest way to get from Penang to Ko Samui?

The cheapest way to get from Penang to Ko Samui is to bus which costs ฿1500 - ฿1900 and takes 14h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penang to Ko Samui?

The fastest way to get from Penang to Ko Samui is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs ฿5500 - ฿11000.

Is there a direct bus between Penang and Ko Samui?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Town Komtar CIMB Bank and arriving at Nathon Pier. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 30m.

How far is it from Penang to Ko Samui?

The distance between Penang and Ko Samui is 497 km.

How do I travel from Penang to Ko Samui without a car?

The best way to get from Penang to Ko Samui without a car is to car ferry and tram and train and ferry which takes 12h 53m and costs ฿1000 - ฿3000.

How long does it take to get from Penang to Ko Samui?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Penang to Ko Samui, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penang to Ko Samui bus from?

Penang to Ko Samui bus services, operated by KST Travels, depart from George Town Komtar CIMB Bank station.

Bus or fly from Penang to Ko Samui?

The best way to get from Penang to Ko Samui is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs ฿5500 - ฿11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿1500 - ฿1900 and takes 14h 30m.

Where does the Penang to Ko Samui bus arrive?

Penang to Ko Samui bus services, operated by KST Travels, arrive at Nathon Pier station.

What is the time difference between Penang and Ko Samui?

Ko Samui is 1h behind Penang. It is currently 12:52 PM in Penang and 11:52 AM in Ko Samui.

How do I get a bus ticket from Penang to Ko Samui?

Book your Penang to Ko Samui bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Ko Samui?

There are 3419+ hotels available in Ko Samui.

Penang to Ko Samui - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, car ferry, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Penang to Ko Samui by plane, car ferry, tram, train, ferry, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)plane PEN - USM
6h 5m
฿5,645–10,617
Car ferry, tram, train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the tram from Butterworth to Padang Besartram
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Surat Thani Train Stationtrain 46
4. Take the ferry from Surat Thani Train Station to Lomprayah Nathon Pierferry
12h 53m
฿1,033–2,938
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Town Komtar CIMB Bank to Nathon Pierbus George Town Komtar CIMB Bank - Nathon Pier
14h 30m
฿1,500–1,900
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Prangin Mall to Hat Yaibus
2. Take the ferry from Wichan Tour Office to Koh Samui Nathon Pierferry Wichan Tour Office - Koh Samui Nathon Pier
15h 52m
฿1,581–2,100

Penang to Ko Samui by car ferry, tram, foot, train, and ferry

7Weekly Services

12h 53mAverage Duration

฿1,033Cheapest Price

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Distance: 497 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Penang, Malaysia and Ko Samui, Thailand?

Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways, and six other airlines fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Koh Samui Airport (USM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, KST Travels operates a bus from George Town Komtar CIMB Bank to Nathon Pier once daily. Tickets cost ฿1,570 and the journey takes 14h 30m. TransBaanTon also services this route once daily.

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