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Koh samet to Koh chang
koh-samet Main bus Station
koh-chang Main bus Station
Operators
PN Group
Van Shuttle
FAQs for Bus Travel from koh samet to koh chang
The total travel time for the journey between Koh Samet and Koh Chang typically ranges from approximately 3 hours to 5 hours, depending on the specific mode of transport chosen (e.g., taxi, van+ferry). Combined van-ferry services often take between 4 hours 40 minutes and 5 hours. The land transfer portion between mainland piers alone usually takes about 3 to 4 hours.
During the land transfer segment of the journey between Koh Samet and Koh Chang (connecting the mainland piers), the number of stops can vary. Depending on whether you take a public bus or a shared minivan, you might expect potentially 2 to 5 stops along the route.
The cost to travel from Koh Samet to Koh Chang varies based on the chosen transportation method. Combined van-ferry options often range from US$ 29 to US$ 57. Ferry+van tickets might start around US$ 43. The land transfer portion alone is estimated at 300 - 600 THB (excluding ferry costs). Ferry-only tickets for the sea crossings are about US$ 18 each way. Taxis are the most expensive option, potentially costing US$ 100 to US$ 241 for the land portion.
Departure times for services from Koh Samet to Koh Chang can vary. Some information suggests departures as early as 06:00, while other sources list combined Ferry+Van services departing around 10:00 from Nadan Pier (on the Koh Samet side). Taxis can often be booked for custom times. It is highly recommended to check directly with operators like PN Group or Andaman Shuttle for the most current schedules between Koh Samet and Koh Chang.
Based on available information and user preferences indicated in polls, combined services like van-ferry or taxi+ferry appear to be the most popular methods for traveling between Koh Samet and Koh Chang. Operators such as PN Group are frequently mentioned for these combined services.
The fastest documented transport option for the journey from Koh Samet to Koh Chang is often the combined van-ferry service, such as the one offered by PN Group, which takes approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes. While a taxi might be faster for the land portion, overall time depends on coordinating ferry schedules.
The most economical way to travel from Koh Samet to Koh Chang is generally via a combined van-ferry or ferry+van service. Prices for these options can start from around US$ 29 to US$ 43, depending on the operator (e.g., PN Group, Andaman Shuttle) and specific service.
Several operators provide transport services for the route between Koh Samet and Koh Chang. Notable companies include PN Group, Van Shuttle, and Andaman Shuttle. They offer various combinations like van+ferry, minibus+speedboat, ferry+van, and taxi services.
The approximate land travel distance between the mainland ferry pier areas serving Koh Samet and Koh Chang is around 150 kilometers (approximately 94 miles).
To travel between Koh Samet and Koh Chang, you have several options, usually requiring a combination of transport modes. These include Ferry crossings combined with Van/Minibus/Bus transfers on the mainland, or Taxi services for the land portion combined with ferries. Common combined tickets are available (e.g., Ferry+Van, Taxi+Ferry). Note that a land transfer between mainland piers is always necessary.
No, direct bus or van travel *between* the islands of Koh Samet and Koh Chang is not possible. The bus/van services advertised cover the *land transfer* portion of the journey, operating between the mainland ferry piers that serve each island (like Ban Phe pier area for Koh Samet and Ao Thammachart pier area for Koh Chang). You will need separate ferry tickets for the sea crossings at both ends of the trip.
Amenities on the vehicles used for the land transfer portion between Koh Samet and Koh Chang mainland pier areas generally include Air Conditioning. Some vehicles, particularly minivans or specific bus classes, may also offer Reclining Seats, but this can vary.
The provided details do not specify any key landmarks or major cities that are passed through during the land transfer portion of the trip between the mainland pier areas for Koh Samet and Koh Chang.