Koh Samui to Chumphon by ferry, van, train, bus, taxi from THB 1,206

Koh Samui to Chumphon Destination Reviews

Stephanie

The check-in process was fine and the ferry departed on time. The sea was extremely choppy, which made the journey very uncomfortable, but obviously the sea conditions were outside the ferry company’s control and of course I don’t hold them responsible for that. What did concern me was the location of the toilets. They were accessed from an outside area of the boat, and in such rough conditions getting to them felt genuinely unsafe. The boat was swaying heavily and it was far too easy for someone to lose their footing in this area. I was particularly concerned about the risk of someone falling or potentially going overboard. We eventually arrived in Chumphon more than 90 minutes late. Again, I appreciate that the rough conditions may have caused the delay, but at no point was there an announcement to tell passengers that we were running late or give us an estimated arrival time. This was particularly problematic for passengers like us who had an onward connection in Chumphon. We had no idea how late we were going to be or whether we would make our connections. The luggage handling on arrival was also extremely poor and chaotic. Cases were being pushed and rolled down the pier with very little care, and it looked entirely possible that one could have rolled off the edge into the sea. More concerningly, the luggage was being sent directly into the path of passengers disembarking from the ferry. People were having to dodge cases, move luggage out of their way and navigate through a large crowd at the same time. For those trying to collect their luggage, there was nowhere sensible or safe to stand because we were constantly having to move out of the way of both incoming cases and passengers leaving the boat. The whole system needs to be reconsidered, as I believe the way it was managed was unsafe for passengers as well as risking damage or loss of luggage. Overall, check-in and departure were perfectly fine, and I don’t blame the company for the rough sea or the resulting uncomfortable journey. My concerns are specifically about the lack of safe toilet access during rough conditions, the complete lack of communication about the significant delay and expected arrival time, and the unsafe and chaotic handling of luggage when we arrived in Chumphon.

Koh Samui to Chumphon, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Aug 22, 2026

Sophie

Great everything went smoothly

Koh Samui to Chumphon, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Apr 3, 2026

Michael A

AC was too cold

Koh Samui to Chumphon, Ferry Catamaran, Boonsiri High Speed Ferries (บุญศิริเรือเร็ว), Jan 16, 2026

Steven D

Even though the ferry was late I still enjoyed the ride and making use of the VIP area which is a must for solo or couples traveling.

Koh Samui to Chumphon, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Aug 15, 2025

Robin A

We took the ferry from Koh Samui to Chumphon and then took the bus to the train station. Everything worked great, we could use the pdf when we checked in and then we received a real ticket.

Koh Samui to Chumphon, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jul 12, 2025

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Koh Samui to Chumphon Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	BangkokTaxi24	VIP Van 9pax	Any time	+7h	$240.07
Taxi	Easyride Services	Van 8pax	Any time	+5h 30m	$375.12
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	06:45	08:30	$237.19
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	06:55	14:30	$172.87
Ferry	Lomprayah	Express	08:00	11:45	$19.81	4.5
Ferry	Lomprayah	Speedboat	08:00	11:45	$25.21	5.0
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	11:00	08:30	$237.19
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	11:15	08:30	$235.47
Ferry	Lomprayah	Express	12:30	16:30	$19.81	4.5
Ferry	Lomprayah	Speedboat	12:30	16:15	$25.21	5.0
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	15:55	19:00	$177.12
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	16:35	08:30	$237.19

How to get from Koh Samui to Chumphon

Travelling between Koh Samui and Chumphon is possible by Bus, ferry, train, van and taxi. Ferry guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+ferry+van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 431.38 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a ferry which will set you back mere USD 36.19.

How long does it take to get from Koh Samui to Chumphon?

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 9 hours to travel between Koh Samui and Chumphon depending on the means of transport you choose.

Ferry is the fastest way to travel between Koh Samui and Chumphon. Ferry will bring you to your destination in 4h. Bus+ferry+van does a much slower job and take about 9h to reach Chumphon.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Samui to Chumphon?

Travelling between Koh Samui and Chumphon can be as cheap as USD 36.19 if you opt for a Boonsiri High Speed Ferries (บุญศิริเรือเร็ว) ferry and as expensive as USD 431.38 if you buy a Easyride Services taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Koh Samui and Chumphon ?

6 from Koh Samui to Chumphon starting from 08:00 Bangrak Seatran Pier until 08:00 Bangrak Seatran Pier
6 by Ferry+Van from Koh Samui to Chumphon starting from 08:00 Bangrak Seatran Pier until 08:00 Bangrak Seatran Pier
4 by taxi+Van from Koh Samui to Chumphon starting from 06:30 Koh Samui Town Transfer until 06:30 Koh Samui Town Transfer
6 from Koh Samui to Chumphon starting from 00:00 Koh Samui Town Transfer until 06:30 Koh Samui Town Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Koh Samui to Chumphon.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Koh Samui and Chumphon

BangkokTaxi24, Easyride Services, Seatran Discovery (ซีทราน)

Ferry

Ferry may be a tiring experience especially if you are prone to seasickness and often is not the cheapest option available but it almost always makes for a very picturesque journey.

Things to remember: Ferry rides may be cancelled due to rough seas.

Companies operating ferry routes between Koh Samui and Chumphon

Boonsiri High Speed Ferries (บุญศิริเรือเร็ว), Lomprayah (ลมพระยา)

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Koh Samui and Chumphon, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Koh Samui and Chumphon

Boonsiri High Speed Ferries (บุญศิริเรือเร็ว)

What is the most popular transport to get from Koh Samui to Chumphon?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Ferry remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

58% travelled aboard a ferry
22% chosen Ferry+Train+Van
8% chosen Ferry+Van
8% took a van
2% bought a taxi ride
1% Other

Transportation from Koh Samui to Chumphon

Facts about the transport from Koh Samui to Chumphon

Cheapest Transport	$28
Fastest Transport	4h
Earliest Departure	6:00 AM
Latest Departure	6:00 PM
Departures per day	22
Distance	200 kilometers
Transport Companies	BangkokTaxi24, Boonsiri High Speed Ferries, Easyride Services, Lomprayah, Raja Ferry, Seatran Discovery, Seatran Ferry, Songserm, Thai Railways

Popular Routes

Koh Samui to Chumphon