Sarah M.
2 weeks ago
★★★★★
Stunning views and easy to reach by scooter from Patong. Parking was straightforward.
Destinations
8/10
Uzun yol · Feribot · ADV 350
Donsak Ferry Pier (Koh Samui)
Surat Thani — Koh Samui vehicle ferry terminal. Ride your motorcycle aboard and continue on the island.
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Distance
~280 km from Patong
Drive time
5–6 h drive + 1.5–2 h ferry
From Patong — riding only
Total time
5–6 h drive + 1.5–2 h ferry + visit (~1–2 hours)
Including stops & visit
Traveller score
8/10
Ideal motorcycle
ADV 350 · Forza 350
💡 Pro riding tips
Last ferry ~18:00–19:00; check schedule. Motorcycle ticket ~150–250 THB.
Why visit here?
A must-see stop reachable by motorcycle from Patong in a day:
Surat Thani — Koh Samui vehicle ferry terminal. Ride your motorcycle aboard and continue on the island.
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How to get there by motorcycle + boat
Reach Koh Samui by vehicle ferry from Donsak with your motorcycle; continue exploring by scooter on the island.
Last point by motorcycle
Donsak Pier (Surat Thani — Samui ferry terminal)
~280 km · 5–6 h (via Khao Sok / Surat Thani)
Boat departure
Donsak Raja Ferry / Seatran Pier
Vehicle ferry (motorcycle-friendly) · Ferry: ~1.5–2 h (Nathon / Lipa Noi)
Step by step
- 1Patong → Khao Sok → Surat Thani → Donsak Pier (Routes 402/401).
- 2Buy motorcycle ferry ticket at Donsak (~150–250 THB including bike).
- 3Ferry to Koh Samui (Nathon or Lipa Noi) — 1.5–2 h.
- 4Explore Chaweng, Lamai, Big Buddha by motorcycle on the island.
Practical tips
- •Last ferry usually around 18:00–19:00; check schedule.
- •Open sea can be rough in monsoon — prefer morning sailings.
- •Use same ferry line for return; round-trip motorcycle ticket available.
Google reviews
★ GoogleMarco R.
1 month ago
★★★★★
One of the best stops on our Phuket trip. Go early to avoid tour buses.
Yuki T.
2 months ago
★★★★★
Beautiful place. Road is fine for ADV 160. Bring water and sun protection.
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