How do I get to Koh Samet?
To get to Koh Samet you have to take a passenger boat from Ban Phe, on the mainland. Ban Phe, the pier for boats to Koh Samed, is around 2 and a half hours drive from Bangkok. On this site you’ll find all the information you need regarding getting to Ban Phe and boat services to Koh Samed.
How do I get from Koh Samet to ekkamai?
There are 2 ways to get from Ekkamai BTS Station to Ko Samet by bus, ferry or bus and ferry
- Take the bus from Ekkamai to Rayong Tour Office Sai 4.
- Take the Fast Ferry from Ban Phe Pier to Ko Samet Na Dan Pier.
Can I take my car to Koh Samet?
You are not allowed to take your own vehicle to Koh Samet, but you can drive to Ban Phe and leave your vehicle in secure parking areas across from the Koh Samet ferry terminals for a cost of approximately 100 baht per day.
How do I get from Pattaya to Koh Samet?
There are 2 ways to get from Pattaya to Ko Samet by bus or ferry
- Take the bus from Pattaya to Rayong 138.
- Take the Songtaew from Rayong Bus Terminal to Ban Phe.
- Take the Fast Ferry from Ban Phe Pier to Ko Samet Na Dan Pier.
What province is Koh Samet?
province of Rayong
Ko Samet (Cajeput Island; Thai: เกาะเสม็ด, Thai pronunciation: [kɔ̀ʔ samèt]) is one of the eastern seaboard islands of Thailand. It is in the Gulf of Thailand off the coastline of the Thai province of Rayong, approximately 220 kilometres (140 mi) southeast of Bangkok.
How long does it take to get from Pattaya to Koh Samet?
approximately 2h 45m
It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Pattaya to Ko Samet, including transfers.
What is the coldest it gets in Thailand?
The coldest temperature ever recorded in Bangkok was 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius), and that was back in 1955. 1 Cool season temperatures are generally around 80 degrees Fahrenheit (27 degrees Celsius), so it’s no surprise that it’s such a favorite time to visit.