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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Koh Samui to Krabi
Showing times and prices for 11 Aug
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
201 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Koh Samui to Krabi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Koh Samui to Krabi will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Fast coaches
Of the 2 buses that leave Koh Samui for Krabi every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 201 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:005h00Ko Samui, Nathon Pier13:00Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal£111One-way0 changes- 12:005h30Ko Samui, Nathon Pier17:30Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal£111One-way0 changes
- 8:005h00Ko Samui, Nathon Pier13:00Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal£111One-way0 changes
- 12:005h30Ko Samui, Nathon Pier17:30Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, ferry and flight for Koh Samui to Krabi
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Koh Samui to Krabi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £87.
Distance: 201 km
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £161 Average Price |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Koh Samui to Krabi bus times
The table below shows live departures for Koh Samui to Krabi coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 11 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:00 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 5h00 | 13:00 Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 5h30 | 17:30 Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Koh Samui to Krabi
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Buses from Koh Samui to Krabi run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:00, the last at 13:30. The fastest coach covers the 201 km distance in 5h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 201 km |
Average bus duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 8:00 |
Last bus 13:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Phantip Travel from Koh Samui to KrabiYou can travel by bus between Koh Samui to Krabi with Phantip Travel for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 30m
Cheapest Price
£14
Complete guide to Krabi
Things to do in Krabi
Discover the best of Krabi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Krabi trip today.
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Ao Nang Beach
The main beach area with a lively promenade, shops, long-tail boat access and sunsets framed by Krabi's limestone cliffs.
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Gaeng Som Pla
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Massaman Curry
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Hokkien Mee
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Jampoon Restaurant
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Thai baht (฿)
Krabi is budget-friendly by Thai beach standards, with cheap street food, modest local transport and many low-cost stays, though island tours and resort areas cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- ฿60-120 for street food or a simple local meal.
- Mid-range
- ฿200-500 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- ฿800+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- ฿60-100 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is not obligatory. Round up small bills at cafés, leave about 5-10% in restaurants if no service charge, and round up taxi fares for good service.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal -> Krabi Town
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Public transport information for Krabi is limited on official sources; confirm current local bus or songthaew fares at the terminal before travel.
- Cash is the safest option for local road transport in Krabi; official sources located did not confirm contactless payment on local buses or songthaews.
FAQs: Koh Samui to Krabi coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh Samui to Krabi by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Krabi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Koh Samui to Krabi can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Koh Samui to Krabi is £15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Koh Samui to Krabi is 5h 30m to travel the 201 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Koh Samui to Krabi leaves at 8:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Koh Samui to Krabi leaves at 13:30.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Koh Samui to Krabi with Phantip Travel. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Koh Samui to Krabi, you can count on Phantip Travel for the best way to get you to Krabi. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Koh Samui and Krabi and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Koh Samui , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Ko Samui, Nathon Pier . When arriving in Krabi , you can end your route in coach stations like Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal, Ban Ao Nam Mao, Pier (ท่าเรืออ่าวน้ำเมา), Ao Nang, Beach (บ้านอ่าวนาง, หาดอ่าวนาง).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Ko Samui, Nathon Pier, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Krabi from Koh Samui is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Koh Samui to Krabi is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Koh Samui and Krabi including taking a coach, ferry and flight.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Koh Samui to Krabi.
No, the coach from Koh Samui to Krabi has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Koh Samui to Krabi.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Koh Samui to Krabi.
No, luggage for the coach from Koh Samui to Krabi needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Koh Samui to Krabi.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Koh Samui to Krabi.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Koh Samui to Krabi.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Koh Samui to Krabi.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Koh Samui and Krabi
Most Koh Samui to Krabi buses use the Ko Samui, Nathon Pier to Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Koh Samui and Krabi bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Koh Samui
Arrival bus stations in Krabi
Which Koh Samui station do buses to Krabi leave from?
Buses from Koh Samui to Krabi leave from Ko Samui, Nathon Pier. The station is 1 km from Koh Samui city centre at Nathon Pier, Ko Samui, Surat Thani 84140, Thailand.
Ko Samui, Nathon PierNathon Pier, Ko Samui, Surat Thani 84140, Thailand
City-centre transport
Getting to Ko Samui, Nathon Pier from Koh Samui city centre
BusLocal songthaews
Ferry services to mainland
Ko Samui, Nathon Pier bus station facilities and services
Ko Samui, Nathon Pier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants near the pier
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs near pier entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier: Basic ramp access.
Which Krabi station do buses from Koh Samui arrive at?
Buses from Koh Samui to Krabi most often arrive at Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal. Some services arrive at {secondaryArrivalStation}, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Krabi arrival station.
Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal123 Utarakit Road, Pak Nam, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi 81000, Thailand
City-centre transport
Getting to Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal from Krabi city centre
Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal is 2 km from Krabi city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus759 · 8m · £4
Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal bus station facilities and services
Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants within the terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal: Basic wheelchair access.
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