Samui Island to Koh Lanta: Compare Times & Book Tickets
- Crossing time 6h 15m–8h
- Operators 3
- Departures a day 4
940+ THB
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How to get from Samui Island to Koh Lanta
Koh Samui to Koh Lanta: Ferry and Transfer Guide
Travelling from Samui Island to Koh Lanta means crossing Thailand from the Gulf coast to the Andaman Sea, so this route is normally covered as a combined ferry-and-road transfer rather than a single direct boat. Most itineraries connect through the mainland pier at Surat Thani and the town of Krabi before a final ferry crossing to Saladan Pier on Koh Lanta.
How the journey works
The trip typically starts with a several transport options ferry departing Koh Samui for Surat Thani, followed by an overland transfer to Krabi, and a final ferry leg across the Andaman Sea to Saladan Pier, the main arrival point on Koh Lanta. Operators such as several operators run this connection, with through-tickets covering every leg so travellers only need to book once. If you would rather island-hop first, the Koh Samui to Koh Phangan ferry route is a shorter alternative in the same part of the Gulf of Thailand.
Duration, frequency and price
Door-to-door, the full Koh Samui to Koh Lanta connection takes around the scheduled journey time, though total time depends on how the mainland transfer lines up with ferry departures at each end. There are 3 scheduled departures covering this route, and the service runs during all year round; check the live schedule above before finalising your travel dates, since combined transfers are more sensitive to timing than a direct ferry. Fares start from ฿930 per person, with the final price depending on the operator, class of ferry, and how far in advance you book.
Onboard comfort and facilities
Ferries on the Gulf and Andaman legs of this route typically offer onboard facilities, plus space for luggage carried through the overland transfer in between. Air-conditioned coaches or minivans usually handle the Surat Thani to Krabi stretch, so the journey stays comfortable even though it crosses the peninsula.
Departure and arrival points
Departures from Koh Samui leave from the island's main piers, with arrival at Saladan Pier on Koh Lanta, the island's principal gateway for ferries, longtail boats, and onward transport to the beaches further south. Travellers connecting onward from Krabi to Koh Lanta ferry and transfer options or arriving via Surat Thani to Koh Samui ferry connections use the same Saladan Pier arrival point, so it is worth comparing schedules across these routes together.
Ready to book? Compare live departure times and fares above and secure your several operators tickets for the full Koh Samui to Koh Lanta journey in one transaction.
Planning the return leg? See the Koh Lanta to Koh Samui ferry schedule for timings and prices in the opposite direction.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to print my ferry ticket or is mobile ok?
You don't need to print your ticket. Your boarding voucher is in your account: open Bookings, then View trip details, and click Download PDF. On the day of travel, show the QR code on it — on your phone is fine — to the ferry operator staff at the pier named on your ticket, and they will direct you to your boat.
If you'd prefer paper, print the PDF yourself.
What happens if my ferry is cancelled due to weather?
We are sorry when weather stops a sailing. Ferries usually run in rain; speedboats are more often stopped by rough seas.
If your trip is cancelled because of weather, your booking in Bookings shows a message once our team has confirmed the cancellation. You can then either move to the next available service with Change this booking, or cancel with Cancel & refund for a full refund.
If the sailing is running but you choose not to travel, the normal cancellation policy applies.
Why is my account locked?
We lock an account for a short time after several failed sign-in attempts in a row. It is an automatic safety measure: it stops someone else guessing your password, and it happens whether or not the person typing was you.
You do not need to contact us. The lock lifts on its own — see How long am I locked out for?
What is the difference between a locked and a blocked account?
Locked is automatic and temporary. It happens after repeated failed sign-in attempts and it lifts by itself — within a minute in most cases.
Blocked is a decision made by our team, and it does not lift on its own. If your account is blocked you will need to contact us; waiting will not change it, and neither will resetting your password.
If you are not sure which applies to you, get in touch and we will tell you.
How do I unlock my account now?
Wait, and try again. Every lock lifts on its own — a minute the first time, and never more than an hour however many attempts have failed. There is nothing to click and nobody to contact.
If you have forgotten your password, do not keep guessing: each wrong attempt makes the next wait longer. Use Forgot password instead. Resetting your password gets you straight back in.
My account locked but I never tried to sign in
Then someone else was trying to sign in as you, and the lock did its job — it stopped them.
Your account is safe: a lock means the attempts failed. Nobody got in. You do not have to do anything, and the lock will lift on its own.
We would still recommend two things:
- Change your password, especially if you use the same one on another website.
- Add an authenticator app in your account security settings, so a password alone is never enough to sign in as you.
If you get these repeatedly, contact us and we will look into it.
