The Soul of
Hua Thanon
Nestled in the distinctive southeastern district of Hua Thanon, ClayHouse SAMUI sits just minutes away from the vibrant shores of Lamai. To ensure a seamless and effortless arrival, we kindly invite you to share your travel itinerary or flight details in advance. Allow our dedicated Guest Relations Team to meticulously coordinate and prepare for your welcoming.
234/8 Moo 1, Maret, Koh Samui
Surat Thani 84310
9.44° N · 100.02° E
Every way to Samui,
choose the one that suits you
Koh Samui can be reached by air, rail, road and sea. Whether you want the fastest arrival, the best value or a slow, scenic journey, here is every route, from Bangkok all the way to our door in Hua Thanon.
Price level ฿ budget · ฿฿ moderate · ฿฿฿ premium · Total times are approximate, Bangkok to Koh Samui
Fly direct to Samui Airport (USM)
The most convenient option: land, and you are a short drive from our door. Ideal when time is precious.
- FlightSuvarnabhumi (BKK) or Don Mueang (DMK) → SamuiBangkok Airways flies direct several times a day, with further direct flights from Phuket, Krabi, Chiang Mai, U-Tapao, Hong Kong and Singapore (Bangkok Airways / Scoot).About 1 hr 10 min
- ArrivalSamui International AirportAn open-air, resort-style airport. Fixed-rate taxi counters by beach zone are at the exit.
- TransferAirport → ClayHouse SAMUIAround 25 km south via Chaweng and Lamai. Share your flight details with us in advance and our Guest Relations Team will help arrange your pickup.About 35–40 min
Fares rise sharply over December–January and Songkran. Booking several weeks ahead is recommended.
Fly to Surat Thani + bus + ferry
A popular, more affordable alternative to flying direct, with a single combined bus-and-ferry ticket from the airport to the island.
- FlightDon Mueang / Suvarnabhumi → Surat Thani (URT)AirAsia, Nok Air, Thai Lion Air and Thai VietJet. Nakhon Si Thammarat (NST) airport is another option.About 1 hr 15 min
- Combined ticketBuy bus + ferry in the arrivals hallPhantip (with Seatran ferry), Raja Ferry and Lomprayah have counters, or book a Fly + Ferry package with your airline.
- Bus / vanAirport → Donsak pierAround 90 km; coaches meet scheduled arrivals.About 1–1.5 hrs
- FerryDonsak → Koh SamuiCar ferries land at Nathon or Lipa Noi; the Lomprayah high-speed catamaran lands at Nathon.45 min–1.5 hrs
- ArrivePier → ClayHouse SAMUIAcross the island to the south-east coast.About 30–40 min
Combined airport tickets run until mid-afternoon (around 16:00). If you land later, let us know and we will help you plan the rest of the way.
Sleeper train + bus + ferry
Fall asleep in Bangkok and wake up in the south. A slow, atmospheric way to travel.
- TrainKrung Thep Aphiwat → Surat Thani (Phun Phin station)Overnight sleeper trains leave in the evening and arrive in the morning, in first or second class.Overnight
- Combined ticketBuy bus + ferry outside the stationBus and ferry companies sell combined tickets at Phun Phin as the trains arrive.
- BusPhun Phin → Donsak pierAround 80 km.About 1–1.5 hrs
- FerryDonsak → Koh SamuiCar ferry or high-speed catamaran, depending on your ticket.45 min–1.5 hrs
- ArrivePier → ClayHouse SAMUIAbout 30–40 min
Train tickets open around 90 days ahead, and sleeper berths sell out quickly over holidays.
Coach + ferry
The lowest-cost route: board an evening coach in Bangkok and reach Samui by late morning.
- CoachBangkok → Donsak or ChumphonGovernment coaches (Transport Co.) from the Southern Terminal or Mo Chit with Seatran ferry tickets, or Lomprayah coaches from Khao San Road connecting to its catamaran at Chumphon.Overnight
- FerryDonsak / Chumphon → Koh SamuiFerries from Donsak land at Nathon; Lomprayah from Chumphon lands on the north coast (Pralarn / Bangrak).45 min–1.5 hrs (from Donsak)
- ArrivePier → ClayHouse SAMUIAbout 30–45 min
Drive yourself + car ferry
Keep your own car for exploring the island. Vehicles board the car ferries at Donsak, Surat Thani.
- CarDrive to DonsakSeveral car-ferry operators to choose from: Seatran, Raja Ferry, Samui Seaway and the new Lahkprayah high-speed car ferry (opening soon).
- Car ferryDonsak → Koh SamuiLands at Nathon or Lipa Noi, depending on the operator.About 1.5 hrs
- ArrivePier → ClayHouse SAMUIAbout 30–40 min
During holidays and high season (late December–April) vehicle queues get long, so book online in advance.
Cruise from Bangkok to Samui
The Seahorse Ferry sails from Bangkok straight to Koh Samui: an overnight voyage with room for your car on board.
- CruiseBangkok → Nathon pier, Koh SamuiFrom reclining seats to private cabins. Sails on announced dates only.Overnight
- ArriveNathon → ClayHouse SAMUIAbout 30–40 min
Check the latest sailing schedule with the operator before you plan your trip.
Donsak → Samui,
which ferry?
Every route through Surat Thani crosses from Donsak. Here is how the operators compare.
- Crossing
- About 1.5 hrs
- Sailings
- Hourly 05:00–18:00, half-hourly at peak times
Large ships carrying up to 90 cars and 600 passengers per trip. Book ahead for Fast Lane boarding.
- Passenger140–230
- Child 100–150 cm / student70–115
- Motorcycle200–290
- Car / SUV / pickup / van460–730
- Crossing
- About 1.5 hrs
- Sailings
- Hourly, 04:00–19:00
The widest spread of sailing times, ideal for very early or late arrivals.
- Passenger140–230
- Child 100–150 cm / student70–115
- Motorcycle200–290
- Car / SUV / pickup / van460–730
- Crossing
- About 1.5 hrs
- Sailings
- From 05:00 (see operator schedule)
Launched April 2026: fully air-conditioned, with a lounge area and an on-board shop.
- Passenger140–230
- Child 100–150 cm / student70–115
- Motorcycle200–290
- Car / SUV / pickup / van460–730
- Crossing
- About 45 min
- Sailings
- Twice daily (late morning and afternoon)
The fastest crossing, sold with bus transfers from the airport and train station; also runs from Chumphon.
- Passenger450
- Crossing
- To be announced
- Sailings
- To be announced
A new high-speed ferry that carries both vehicles and passengers.
- Passenger200–225
- Child 100–150 cm / student80
- Motorcycle280–410
- Car / SUV / pickup610–1,020
Wherever you land,
find your way to Hua Thanon
- Samui Airport (USM)35–40 min
- Nathon pier30–40 min
- Lipa Noi pier30–40 min
- Bangrak / Maenam / Pralarn pier35–45 min
- Let us arrange your pickupSend us your flight or ferry time on LINE and our Guest Relations Team will book a car to our door.
- Fixed-rate taxiThe airport and main piers have taxi and minivan counters with zone-based fares.
- Grab or BoltBook in the app and pin “ClayHouse SAMUI Boutique Hotel”, Hua Thanon.
Information compiled October 2026. Fares and timetables change with the season and fuel prices, so please confirm with each operator before you travel.
Essential Details
Prior to Your Arrival
- Private Airport & Pier TransfersWe are delighted to coordinate private transfers from the airport and all ferry piers upon receiving your travel itinerary.
- Local TransportationTaxis are readily available at the airport and piers; we kindly recommend confirming fares prior to boarding.
- Parking SpacePublic parking spaces are conveniently accessible at the rear and side of the property for guests traveling with private vehicles.
- Check-in & Guest RelationsCheck-in begins at 14:00, and check-out is at 12:00. Our Guest Relations Team is at your service from 07:00–21:00 (after hours: reachable via LINE or WhatsApp).
- Luggage AssistanceAs our unique boutique architecture features staircases for room access, our Guest Relations Team is always pleased to assist with your luggage upon arrival.