June 22, 2026 10:11

2026 Travel Guide: Boonsiri Ferry Schedules, Routes, and Pricing (Gulf of Thailand & Eastern Coast)

Executive Summary / Key Takeaways

  • Comprehensive Dual-Zone Network: Boonsiri Ferry (บริษัท บุญศิริเรือเร็ว จำกัด) operates seamlessly integrated land-and-sea transit routes connecting travelers to Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, and Koh Samui (Southern Gulf Zone), as well as Trat, Koh Kood, Koh Mak, and Koh Chang (Eastern Coast Zone).
  • 2026 Premium Route Launch: Newly introduced daily **Direct Routes from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)** link international arrivals straight to both marine zones without multi-provider transit hassle.
  • Unified Joint Tickets: Services run via VIP coaches synchronized with high-speed catamarans (featuring the new "Boonsiri Sealine" fleet in the Gulf zone) for a single-ticket, hassle-free check-in experience.
  • June Low-Season Operational Advisory: Eastern routes (Trat to Koh Kood/Koh Mak/Koh Chang) are subject to weather-dependent schedule changes during the monsoon season. Pre-verification of fleet status is highly recommended.

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🧭 Southern Gulf Zone: Koh Tao – Koh Phangan – Koh Samui Routes

Connecting major transport hubs to the southern archipelago utilizing VIP coaches and the high-speed catamaran "Boonsiri Sealine."

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"Outbound" Timetable from Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport, and Hua Hin

Departure Point Departure Time Koh Tao Arrival Koh Phangan Arrival Koh Samui Arrival Transport Type
Bangkok (Khao San Road) 05:00 AM 03:00 PM VIP Bus + High-Speed Catamaran
Bangkok (Khao San Road) 10:00 PM 08:45 AM (+1 Day) 10:30 AM (+1 Day) 11:30 AM (+1 Day) VIP Sleeper Bus + Catamaran
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) 08:00 PM 08:45 AM (+1 Day) 10:30 AM (+1 Day) 11:30 AM (+1 Day) New 2026 Direct Route
Hua Hin 01:00 AM 08:45 AM VIP Bus + High-Speed Catamaran

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"Outbound" Regional Hub Connections (Joint Tickets from Airports & Stations)

Integrated transit schedules for passengers arriving via flights, trains, or staying in regional city centers.

Departure Point Departure Time Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) Koh Phangan (Thong Sala) Koh Tao Price Range (THB)
Surat Thani Airport 11:30 AM 02:15 PM (850B) 03:05 PM (950B) 04:25 PM (1,100B) 850 - 1,100 THB
Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport 09:00 AM 02:15 PM (850B) 03:05 PM (950B) 04:25 PM (1,100B) 850 - 1,100 THB
Surat Thani Train Station 10:30 AM 02:15 PM (750B) 03:05 PM (850B) 04:25 PM (1,000B) 750 - 1,000 THB
Surat Thani City Hotels 10:30 AM 02:15 PM (750B) 03:05 PM (850B) 04:25 PM (1,000B) 750 - 1,000 THB
Donsak Pier (Ferry Only) 01:15 PM 02:15 PM (450B) 03:05 PM (550B) 04:25 PM (750B) 450 - 750 THB

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Inter-Island & Inbound Routes

  • Koh Samui (Lipa Noi Pier) → Koh Phangan → Koh Tao: Departs daily at 02:10 PM (Arrives Koh Phangan at 02:45 PM / Koh Tao at 04:15 PM). *A highly popular afternoon corridor optimized for travelers staying on Samui’s west coast.*
  • Koh Tao → Bangkok (Khao San Road): The primary inbound service departs Koh Tao at 10:00 AM, connecting to the mainland VIP bus directly into Bangkok.

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"Inbound" Return Timetable & Pricing to Mainland Hubs

Origin (Departure Time) Donsak Pier Arrival Talad Kaset 1 / Train Station Arrival Surat Thani / Nakhon Si Airports
From Koh Tao (08:30 AM) 11:20 AM
(750 THB)
01:00 PM
(1,000 THB)
02:00 PM
(1,100 THB)
From Koh Phangan (10:00 AM) 11:20 AM
(550 THB)
01:00 PM
(850 THB)
02:00 PM
(950 THB)

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🌊 Eastern Coast Zone: Trat – Koh Kood – Koh Mak – Koh Chang

Premium transport corridors connecting Bangkok and Suvarnabhumi directly to the eastern piers (Laem Sok Pier and Had Lek Pier).

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1. Joint Ticket (Bus + High-Speed Catamaran): Bangkok (Khao San) → Koh Kood (Ao Salad Pier)

  • 05:00 AM Departure → Arrives Koh Kood at 11:45 AM (Connects to the 10:45 AM boat departure)
  • 06:00 AM Departure → Arrives Koh Kood at 02:15 PM (Connects to the 01:15 PM boat departure)
  • 08:00 AM Departure → Arrives Koh Kood at 04:00 PM (Connects to the 03:00 PM boat departure)

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2. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) Direct Route → Eastern Islands

Optimized for morning flight arrivals. The VIP coach departs Suvarnabhumi Airport at 09:00 AM and drives directly to the respective island piers:

  • To Koh Chang: Arrives at 02:00 PM (Bus + Car Ferry)
  • To Koh Mak: Arrives at 03:45 PM (Bus + High-Speed Catamaran)
  • To Koh Kood: Arrives at 04:00 PM (Bus + High-Speed Catamaran)

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3. Mainland Ferry Only Timetable (Laem Sok Pier ↔ Koh Kood)

Route Departure 1 Departure 2 Departure 3
Trat (Laem Sok) → Koh Kood 10:45 AM 01:15 PM 03:00 PM
Koh Kood → Trat (Laem Sok) 09:00 AM 11:45 AM 01:00 PM

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🚌 Inter-City Holiday Connections (Pattaya)

  • Koh Kood → Pattaya: Departs Koh Kood daily at 09:00 AM via catamaran, transferring smoothly to an air-conditioned coach/van, arriving in Pattaya at approximately 03:00 PM.

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💡 Industry Insights & Conversational FAQ

First-Hand Ground Insight for June 2026 Travel:
June marks the beginning of the Southwest Monsoon (Low Season) for the Eastern Gulf (Trat, Koh Kood, Koh Chang). While the Southern Gulf (Koh Tao, Samui) remains relatively sheltered during this period, weather conditions at sea can change abruptly. Boonsiri Ferry operates strictly under maritime safety protocols; therefore, certain vessel departures may be rescheduled, delayed, or swapped based on real-time sea conditions and passenger volume. Recommendation: When booking return trips to catch international flights, always factor in a minimum buffer window of 3 to 4 hours at the airport.

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Q: What is the most efficient way to travel from Bangkok to Koh Kood?

A: The most reliable and cost-effective option is the unified Joint Ticket departing from Khao San Road, Bangkok. Boonsiri Ferry provides three departures (05:00 AM, 06:00 AM, and 08:00 AM) that perfectly synchronize coach arrival times with ferry departures from Laem Sok Pier, eliminating the logistical risk of missing the boat transfer.

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Q: How do I get to Koh Chang, Koh Mak, or Koh Kood straight from Suvarnabhumi Airport?

A: You can utilize Boonsiri Ferry's Direct Route which departs from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) daily at 09:00 AM. This service drives straight to Trat's piers, reaching Koh Chang by 02:00 PM, Koh Mak by 03:45 PM, and Koh Kood by 04:00 PM—making it ideal for passengers arriving on early morning flights.

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Q: What are the options and prices for traveling from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Tao, Phangan, or Samui?

A: Boonsiri Ferry operates a coordinated daily departure from Surat Thani Airport at 11:30 AM. Prices and arrival times are as follows:

  • To Koh Samui (Nathon Pier): Arrives at 02:15 PM | Price: 850 THB
  • To Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier): Arrives at 03:05 PM | Price: 950 THB
  • To Koh Tao: Arrives at 04:25 PM | Price: 1,100 THB

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