Ko Samet is a must-see destination in Rayong, Thailand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Ko Samet deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Although Ko Samet doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Rayong Utapao Rayong Pattaya (UTP), which is located 50 km from Ko Samet. Rayong Utapao Rayong Pattaya is the most popular, with regular flights from ANA, Thai Airways, EVA Air and other airlines departing from India.
Another option to get to Ko Samet is to pick up a car hire from Bangkok, which is about 166 km from Ko Samet. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Drive Car Rental, among others, in Bangkok.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ko Samet, including Bus, Virak Buntham and Saly VIP. From Warsaw, the bus ride to Ko Samet takes 515 km and will cost you around ₹ 2,919. From Siem Reap, the ticket costs about ₹ 3,003 for a journey of 676 km.
Average rates range from around ₹ 4,336 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 32,520 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include I-Talay Zone Sea and The Lost Resort.
Expect to pay ₹ 109 per litre in Ko Samet (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,311 and ₹ 1,748.