Thailand Island Transport 2026 — Compare Flights, Ferries & Buses
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Phuket, Koh Tao & More — Compare Flights, Buses & Ferries
Popular Routes
Popular Routes
Covering the most popular island routes in Thailand, from Bangkok to Koh Samui, Phuket, Koh Tao and more.
Bangkok → Koh Samui
Koh Samui transport guide 2026: fly Bangkok Airways direct to Samui Airport in 1h, or take Lomprayah bus+ferry via Surat Thani (10-12h). Budget travelers: night bus+ferry (12h). Compare all 3 options — book 3+ days ahead in peak season.
Price
From $18
Bangkok → Phuket
Bangkok to Phuket travel guide 2026: AirAsia & Thai Airways fly direct in 1.5h. Buses from Southern Terminal take 8-10h. Cheapest: night bus (10h) — saves a night of accommodation. Phuket has two bus terminals, check which is closer to your hotel.
Price
From $12
Bangkok → Koh Tao
Bangkok to Koh Tao guide 2026: no direct flights — fly to Samui then ferry (3.5h total). Best: Lomprayah bus+ferry combo (8h). Cheapest: night bus+ferry (9h). Koh Tao is the world's #1 PADI dive certification spot — Open Water courses from $300.
Price
From $22
Bangkok → Koh Phangan
Bangkok to Koh Phangan travel guide 2026: fly to Samui then ferry (3h). Lomprayah bus+ferry takes 11h. Cheapest: night bus+ferry (12h). Home of the legendary Full Moon Party — book ferries weeks ahead during party dates, tickets sell out fast.
Price
From $20Fastest
Short on time? Direct flights and high-speed ferries for the quickest routes.
Best Value
The perfect balance of time and cost with bus+ferry combinations.
Cheapest
Night buses and slow boats — backpacker favorites for authentic Thailand.
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Explore Thailand's most beautiful islands and coastal destinations
Travel Tips
- Peak season (Dec–Apr): Book 3+ days in advance
- Recommended operators: Lomprayah, Seatran Discovery
- Compare different options to find your best fit
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