Nathon Pier is Koh Samui’s ferry hub, with ticket offices, a tour counter and currency exchange in a clean, sheltered waiting area. It connects the island with the mainland and other islands, so check your onward route and boat time before you arrive. There are seats and toilets, plus markets and places to eat nearby. If you have time before boarding, the sea-facing terrace is a good spot to watch the sunset when the sky is clear.
Ferries and waiting facilities
Nathon Pier handles ferry services between Koh Samui, the mainland and other islands. Ticket offices, a tour counter and a currency exchange booth are available in the pier area. The waiting space is sheltered and has seating, and toilets are on site.
Passengers and vehicles may board separately. Check the destination and departure time before boarding, and confirm where your vehicle will be if you are travelling with one.
Food and transport nearby
Markets and restaurants are close to the pier. A food market operates in the evening nearby, while a larger market is roughly a 10-minute walk away. The sea-facing terrace gives you a place to wait and watch the sunset when the weather is clear.
Tuk-tuks and Grab are options for getting away from the pier. If your journey continues to Koh Phangan or the mainland, plan the transfer around the available boat times.
FAQ
What can you do at Nathon Pier?
Use the ferry ticket offices, tour counter and currency exchange, or wait in the sheltered seating area. Markets and restaurants are nearby.
Do ferries from Nathon Pier go to other islands?
Yes. Ferry services connect Koh Samui with the mainland and other islands. Check your destination and departure time before boarding.
Is there food near Nathon Pier?
Yes. There are restaurants and markets nearby, including an evening food market close to the pier and a larger market about a 10-minute walk away.
How do you get from Nathon Pier to other parts of Koh Samui?
Tuk-tuks and Grab are transport options. Pickup-truck fares can depend on negotiation.
