THE SHORT VERSION
Koh Samui to Chumphon at a glance.
Ready to travel from Koh Samui to Chumphon?
Check live availability, fares and departure times with 12Go.
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Koh Samui
Koh Samui is the largest island in the Gulf of Thailand. Bus tickets to Samui combine a bus to Donsak or Chumphon with a ferry or catamaran.
- Island ferry piers
Ferries arrive at Nathon and Lipa Noi; catamarans also use other piers.
Arriving in Chumphon
Combined tickets usually include the transfer to the pier on the coast outside town.
- Chumphon bus terminal
Outside the town centre. Long-distance buses. - Chumphon railway station
In town. Trains and connecting island transfers.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Night boats and early catamarans mean odd hours. Check the timings on your ticket.
KEEP GOING
From Chumphon, the road continues.
This trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
Other ways to reach Chumphon
More buses from Koh Samui
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Koh Samui to Chumphon take?+
Journey times depend on the service and any boat connection. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Koh Samui?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Koh Samui include Island ferry piers, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Chumphon to Koh Samui?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Chumphon to Koh Samui as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Koh Samui arrive in Chumphon?+
It depends on the operator. In Chumphon, services use Chumphon bus terminal, Chumphon railway station. Combined tickets usually include the transfer to the pier on the coast outside town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Chumphon?+
Combined tickets usually include the transfer to the pier on the coast outside town.
What kind of vehicle runs from Koh Samui to Chumphon?+
Tickets to Chumphon usually combine a bus or van with a boat. The vehicle type, seat style and boat connection are shown for each departure on 12Go.
Can I book the Koh Samui to Chumphon bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Chumphon by bus?+
Direct buses from Chumphon include Surat Thani, Hua Hin, Khao Lak, Krabi Town, Railay and more. See all connections on our Chumphon bus page.
Does the trip to Chumphon include a ferry?+
Yes, Chumphon is an island, so the journey includes a boat crossing. Check whether your ticket covers the boat and the transfer from the pier, and allow for weather delays.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
Book Koh Samui → Chumphon on 12GoFOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
12Go: Koh Samui to Chumphon bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Ko Samui (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Chumphon (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →