1. Ferry + Bus to Krabi
2. Direct Flight to Krabi
3. Ferry + Taxi to Krabi
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🎫 Book Ticket to Krabi
From Koh Samui to Krabi you can travel by ferry + bus/van or flight.
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- Travel distance from Koh Samui to Krabi is about 250 km by land via Surat Thani town. There are 3 options how you can get to Krabi from Koh Samui – travel by ferry + bus, ferry + private car/taxi or you can also book a direct flight from Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport. The most popular and cheap way how you can reach Krabi is to travel by ferry + bus/van via Surat Thani. Transfer by ferry/boat + van from Koh Samui to Krabi takes about 4-10 hours and it costs about $15-46/pp (join ticket). You can arrive to Krabi town, Krabi Bus Terminal, Ao Nang or Railay beach. Another way how you can go from Koh Samui to Krabi is to book a private transfer with ferry transfer from Koh Samui.
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- Travel by ferry + private car/taxi to Krabi takes about 4-6 hours and it costs about $150-250/car, it is the most expensive option of transport. You can arrive by private car to Krabi town, Krabi Airport or Ao Nang beach area. The fastest way how you can reach Krabi from Koh Samui is to travel by plane, because there are direct flights. Direct flight from Koh Samui Airport to Krabi Airport takes only about 1 hour and it costs about $100-160/pp. These direct flights to Krabi are operated by Bangkok Air airline. Krabi Airport is about 15 km from the town center and you can go there by local bus/minivan or private car. From Krabi you can travel to Koh Phi Phi or Koh Yao Yai by ferry or boat or you can also visit Phuket – by ferry/boat, tourist bus/van or private taxi.
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- Krabi is one of the most popular and visited provinces in southern Thailand. It is a very large are and offers various tourist activities, beach relax, boat trips or snorkeling in Phang Nga Bay and various historical sites in the whole province. There is no railway in Krabi province, so it is not possible to travel by train between Surat Thani and Krabi. The closest railway station to Krabi is in Surat Thani. Krabi has also an international airport and there are also direct flights to Bangkok or another big city of Thailand. The most popular beach areas in Krabi are Railay beach or Ao Nang beach. You can also book join tickets from Koh Samui to these areas. In these places you can also stay, there are various beach resorts or small hotels and guesthouses. Read carefully the instructions how you can travel to Krabi from Koh Samui in Thailand below in this article and book your tickets or flights easily online. Before you arrive to Krabi district, you should also read carefully this article: Weather in Krabi.
| Transfer Mode – Koh Samui to Krabi: | Duration | Cost |
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| Ferry + Bus (via Surat Thani) | About 4-10 hours | $15-46 per person |
| Plane (Direct Flight) | About 1 hour | $100-160 per person |
| Ferry + Private Car/Taxi | About 4-6 hours | $150-250 per car |
How do I get from Koh Samui to Krabi?
1. BUS/VAN + FERRY from Koh Samui to Krabi
1. Ferry / Boat from Koh Samui to Surat Thani
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- travel by ferry/boat from Koh Samui to Surat Thani takes about 2-3 hours
- there are ferries or boats from Lipa Noi or Na Thon in Koh Samui
- comfortable and modern ferries and boats, inside and outside seating
- various ferry companies: Lomprayah, Raja Ferry, Songserm, Phantip, Seatran Ferry…
- total price of the bus/van+ferry ticket is only about $8-26/pp
2. Bus / Van or car from Surat Thani to Krabi
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- travel by bus or minivan from Surat Thani to Krabi takes about 4-5 hours
- comfortable and modern bus and private luxury minivans
- various bus companies: Lomprayah, Songserm, Phantip, Seatran…
- transfer by bus or van from Surat Thani to Krabi costs about $8-20/pp
- you can read this article: How to go to Krabi from Surat Thani?
- Book your ferry + bus tickets from Koh Samui to Krabi on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜
- read carefully all the instructions before you book tickets to Krabi
2. FLIGHT from Koh Samui to Krabi
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- the most comfortable and fastest option how to get from Koh Samui to Krabi
- direct flight from Koh Samui to Krabi takes only about 1 hour
- airlines from Koh Samui to Krabi: Bangkok Air
- flights to Krabi International Airport from Koh Samui Airport
- travel by plane – direct flight from Koh Samui to Krabi costs about $100-160/pp
- Book and buy your flight from Koh Samui to Krabi online on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜
- from Krabi Airport to Krabi town you can travel by shuttle bus/van or private car
- from Krabi Airport you can also travel to Ao Nang and from Ao Nang by boat to Railay Beach
3. FERRY + TAXI / CAR from Koh Samui to Krabi
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- from Koh Samui to Krabi you can also travel by ferry + private car/taxi
- travel time by ferry + private taxi from Koh Samui to Krabi is about 3.5-6 hours
- taxi company from Koh Samui to Krabi: Bangkok Taxi24, Raja Ferry
- travel by ferry + private taxi from Koh Samui to Krabi costs about $150-250/car
- there is a hotel transfer in Koh Samui, you can arrive to Krabi town, airport or Ao Nang
- from Ao Nang you can also travel by private car to Khao Sok National Park
- Book private car or taxi from Koh Samui to Krabi online on 12go.asia ➜
❓ FAQ + TIPS — Travel route from Koh Samui to Krabi:
1. How to book tickets + flights from Koh Samui to Krabi?
2. What is the travel time from Koh Samui to Krabi?
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- Travel by ferry + bus from Koh Samui to Krabi (via Surat Thani) takes about 4-10 hours.
- Travel by plane (direct flight) from Koh Samui to Krabi takes about 1 hour.
- Travel by ferry + private car/taxi from Koh Samui to Krabi takes about 4-6 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Koh Samui to Krabi?
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- Travel distance from Koh Samui to Krabi in Thailand is about 270 km by land via Surat Thani.
4. How much does it cost to get from Koh Samui to Krabi?
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- Travel by ferry + bus from Koh Samui to Krabi (via Surat Thani) costs about $15-46/pp.
- Travel by plane (direct flight) from Koh Samui to Krabi costs about $100-160/pp.
- Travel by ferry + private car from Koh Samui to Krabi costs about $150-250/car.
5. Is there also a private transfer/private taxi from Koh Samui?
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- Yes, you can also travel by private car/taxi with ferry from Koh Samui to Krabi. You can book your car online.
6. Is it possible to travel by train from Surat Thani to Krabi?
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- No, travel by train from Surat Thani to Krabi is not possible because there is no railway between these cities.
7. What is the best way of transfer from Koh Samui to Krabi?
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- The best and fastest option how you can get to Krabi from Koh Samui is to travel by plane. There are direct flights from Koh Samui to Krabi Airport and it takes only about 1 hour. From Krabi Airport to Krabi town you can go by bus, minivan or private taxi.
8. What is the cheapest option of transfer from Koh Samui to Krabi?
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- The most cheapest option how you can reach Krabi from Koh Samui is to travel by ferry+ bus/van via Surat Thani. You can book join tickets with Raja Ferry or Lomprayah private company. The most cheapest join ticket from Koh Samui to Krabi costs about $15-18/pp.
9. How to go from Krabi Airport to Ao Nang in Krabi?
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- From Krabi Airport to Ao Nang beach area in Krabi you can travel by private minivan/bus or taxi/car. Travel time by minivan is about 1.5 hour and tickets cost about $8-12/pp, private taxi/car costs about $17-33.
10. Where you can travel from Krabi?
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- From Krabi you can travel to popular islands in Phang Nga Bay in southern Thailand. There are ferries or speedboats to Koh Phi Phi, Koh Yao Yai or Koh Yao Noi or you can also travel to Koh Lanta. The most popular and visited island is Koh Phi Phi and the largest is Koh Lanta. You can also go to the north of Thailand, to Chiang Mai.
11. What is the accommodation in Krabi? Where to stay?
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- Krabi offers various modern accommodation facilities almost everywhere, at the beach or in the town center or at the nearby islands of Koh Phi Phi, Koh Yao Yai or Koh Lanta. There are various cheap hotels, private luxury hotels + resorts or cheap hostels for backpackers.
12. How to travel solo in Thailand?
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- Embark on a solo adventure in Thailand by researching destinations, ensuring personal safety, trying local experiences, connecting with fellow travelers, and savoring the diverse landscapes and attractions the country has to offer. Traveling on your own in Thailand is very popular by travelers. Read this article: Solo Travel in Thailand.
BOOK a TOUR / ACTIVITY in Krabi ➜
🚢 Ferry + Bus Schedule / Timetable – Koh Samui to Krabi + Tickets:
Bus + Ferry Schedule - Koh Samui to Krabi | Departs in Koh Samui | Arrival in Krabi | Bus + Ferry Ticket |
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Raja Ferry | 05:00 | 14:00 | From $18.00 |
Raja Ferry | 09:00 | 16:00 | From $18.00 |
Raja Ferry | 11:00 | 19:00 | From $18.00 |
Raja Ferry | 14:00 | 19:00 | From $18.00 |
Phantip | 08:00 | 15:00 | From $17.00 |
Phantip | 10:00 | 17:30 | From $21.00 |
Phantip | 14:00 | 20:00 | From $21.00 |
Lomprayah | 08:30 | 14:00 | From $42.00 |
Lomprayah | 11:45 | 18:00 | From $42.00 |
🚕 Taxi Schedule / Timetable – Koh Samui to Krabi + Prices:
Taxi Schedule - Koh Samui to Krabi | Travel time | Prices (Car) |
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Bangkok Taxi 24 | 03:15 | From $215.00 |
Bangkok Taxi 24 | 03:15 | From $219.00 |
Bangkok Taxi 24 | 03:15 | From $242.00 |
Raja Ferry | 03:20 | From $158.00 |
🎫 Book ferry + bus tickets or flights from Koh Samui to Krabi:
(You can change another travel route, e.g. Koh Samui to Surat Thani, Surat Thani to Krabi…)