Koh Samui to Big Buddha

Koh Samui to Big Buddha

Koh Samui
Big Buddha
Mon, May 20
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$5
 
 
$56

Other Options

Koh Samui to Big Buddha Schedule

Koh Samui to Big Buddha Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
GB Limousine VIP Van 9pax Any time฿ 1,320
Lomprayah Van 06:30 - 08:00฿ 150
12Go Transport Bus + Ferry + Minivan 08:15 - 18:00฿ 990
12Go Transport Bus + Ferry + Minivan 10:15 - 19:30฿ 990
12Go Transport Minivan + Ferry 12:00 - 19:30฿ 840
Lomprayah Van 15:00 - 16:30฿ 150
Koh Tao Booking Center Ferry 16:00 - 16:50฿ 300

Transportation from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

Facts about the transport from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport10m
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure5:00 PM
Departures per day28
Distance9 kilometers
Transport Companies12Go Transport, Firstplan Transport Services, GB Limousine, Koh Tao Booking Center, Lomprayah, Thailand Limo by Datum

How to get from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 55.04 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi+van which will set you back mere USD 4.13.

How long does it take to get from Koh Samui to Big Buddha?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 10 hours to travel between Koh Samui and Big Buddha depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Koh Samui and Big Buddha. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 10m. Bus+ferry+van does a much slower job and take about 9h 45m to reach Big Buddha.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Samui to Big Buddha?

Travelling between Koh Samui and Big Buddha can be as cheap as USD 4.13 if you opt for a Lomprayah (ลมพระยา) taxi+van and as expensive as USD 55.04 if you buy a Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส) 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 Big Buddha ?

  • 6 from Koh Samui to Big Buddha starting from 09:30 Phangan Haad Rin Queen Pier until 17:00 Samui Haad Rin Queen Pier
  • 3 by taxi+Van from Koh Samui to Big Buddha starting from 06:30 Koh Samui Transfer until 15:00 Koh Samui Transfer
  • 19 from Koh Samui to Big Buddha starting from 00:00 Samui Airport until 00:00 Samui Airport

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

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 Big Buddha

Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส), GB Limousine, Thailand Limo by Datum (บริษัท เดทัมกรุ๊ป จำกัด)

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 Big Buddha

Koh Tao Booking Center

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

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

  • 97% travelled aboard a ferry
  • 2% chosen taxi+Van
  • 1% Other