Satun–Surat Thani Ferry, Bus & Minivan: Compare Fares
Satun to Surat Thani by Bus or Minivan
Satun to Surat Thani: Route Overview
The Satun to Surat Thani journey links Thailand's Andaman coast with the Gulf coast in a single overland trip. Satun, the gateway to Koh Lipe on Thailand's Andaman coast, connects overland to Surat Thani, home to Donsak Pier and the Gulf of Thailand ferries for Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao. This route does not run year-round: it operates only during selected months of the year. If you are searching outside that window, check transport from Satun to Hat Yai for an alternative connection, or wait for the route to reopen.
Because the corridor crosses the peninsula from west to east, it is most often used by travellers moving between the two island groups rather than by people stopping in Surat Thani town itself.
Transport, Operators, and Facilities
The route is served by the available transport operated by our transport partners, travelling directly between Satun and Surat Thani. Onboard facilities typically include onboard facilities. Many travellers break the journey in Hat Yai, the region's main transport hub, or continue past Surat Thani to Donsak Pier for ferries to the Gulf islands.
Vehicle type matters for comfort and luggage: seat layout, stops, and storage differ between operators, so review the vehicle shown on your chosen departure before you confirm.
Journey Duration and Departure Points
Total travel time is the scheduled journey time. Clock departure times are not fixed on this corridor: they vary by operator and by day, so treat the timetable shown at booking as the current one rather than relying on a remembered time. Pick-up is arranged from central points in Satun, with arrival in Surat Thani town; onward links to Donsak Pier make this route practical for travellers heading to Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, or Koh Tao, and it also works in reverse for anyone starting from the islands and heading toward Koh Lipe.
What to check before you travel
- Your exact pick-up point and reporting time, both confirmed on your ticket.
- Whether you need a connecting ferry the same day, or an overnight stop before sailing.
- Luggage allowance for the the available transport you book.
Schedule and Pricing
During the season, regular departures run on this route, though frequency can shift with demand, day of week, and time of year, so check the live schedule for your travel date rather than assuming a fixed number. Fares start from our online fares per person; the final price depends on the operator, vehicle type, and how close to departure you book, and is confirmed at checkout rather than fixed year-round.
Booking earlier in the season generally gives you more departure choices, particularly around Thai public holidays when seats sell quickly.
Booking the Satun to Surat Thani Route
You can check current departures, compare our transport partners options, and reserve a seat for the Satun to Surat Thani trip online. If your journey continues beyond Surat Thani, ferry connections from Surat Thani to Koh Samui, Surat Thani to Koh Phangan, and Surat Thani to Koh Tao depart from Donsak Pier. Heading the other way, see the Surat Thani to Satun schedule, or continue on to Satun to Koh Lipe for Satun province's main island destination.
You can also browse all routes or compare all destinations if your plans are still flexible. Ready to travel? Search availability for your date and book your seat from Satun to Surat Thani.
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.
