Getting to Koh Tao can be achieved in a number of ways, all eventually by ferry. They run frequently throughout the day and night from a number of local hotspots, details are given below.

*All ferries from Koh Samui stop at Koh Phangan 30 mins after departure before departing again for Koh Tao.

Transport from BK and Kuala Lumpur to Suratthani and Chumphon is easily done via one of the many travel agents who usually offer all inclusive tickets in Kuala Lumpur or on the Khao San road. By bus or train the journey shouldn’t take longer than 8 hours from BK and maybe 12-15 from Malaysia.
For anyone making online bookings a free taxi service is available when you get to Koh Tao to bring you to your destination.