Thailand · Harbour guide
Koh Samui
Koh Samui is the clearest example of why the pier matters more than the island. Nathon on the west coast handles the larger mainland ferries from Donsak. Maenam on the north coast is where Lomprayah's catamarans to Koh Phangan and Koh Tao leave from. Bangrak, also called Big Buddha Pier, takes some island services. These are on opposite sides of the island. Check which pier your ticket names before booking a taxi, because the difference is a real drive, not a short hop.
City
Koh Samui
Region
Gulf coast
Routes
4
Type
High speed catamaran and vehicle ferry
Routes
Fast boats using Koh Samui
Koh Phangan → Koh Samui
high speed approx 45 to 90 min Details
Koh Samui → Koh Phangan
high speed approx 45 to 90 min Details
Donsak → Koh Samui
vehicle ferry approx 90 to 120 min Details
Koh Samui → Donsak
vehicle ferry approx 90 to 120 min Details
Sources
- Lomprayah serves Koh Samui at Pralarn, Nathon and Bangrak: Lomprayah, checked 2026-08-13