Distance to the mainland (Donsak)
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Fact
The sea crossing between Koh Samui's west coast piers and Donsak Pier on the mainland is roughly 25-35 km depending on the source and route (published figures range from about 25 km to 21 miles/34 km). Crossing time is about 45-60 minutes by fast catamaran and about 1.5 hours by car ferry. Wikipedia also states Samui lies about 35 km northeast of Surat Thani town.
Value
~25-35 km by sea to Donsak; ~35 km NE of Surat Thani town
Notes
Distance figures disagree across ferry booking sites; recorded as a range.
Sources
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- Island size: 228.7 km2 vs 247 km2 (source discrepancy)
- Location: Gulf of Thailand, Surat Thani Province
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