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Four ways to Travel from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu

Composite routes from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu

Cheapest
4 h 31 min
Car
297 km.
from $16
Other
4 h 31 min
Rideshare
297 km.
from $11.30
7 h 24 min
220 km.
from $41.87
8 h 13 min
Train, Plane
220 km.
from $95.22

Transport providers

Airlines

Malindo Airways

Website:
malindoair.com/
Plane from Hat Yai to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Friday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$44.60–$229.35

Malaysia Airlines

Website:
malaysiaairlines.com/hq/en.html
Plane from Alor Setar to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$42.05–$191.12
Plane from Hat Yai to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$44.60–$178.38

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Alor Setar to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$42.05–$152.90
Plane from Hat Yai to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$229.35

Train operators

State Railway of Thailand

Phone:
1690
Email:
Website:
dticket.railway.co.th/DTicketPublicWeb/home/Home
Train from Padang Besar to Hat
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.53–$31.85
Train from Hat Yai to Sungai
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.93–$38.22

KTM Intercity

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Email:
Website:
ktmb.com.my
Train from Padang Besar to Sungai
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.70–$10.19
Train from Padang Besar to Anak
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.61

Bus operators

Ekspres Perdana

Phone:
+609-765 6000
Email:
Website:
ekspresperdana.com.my/
Bus from Sungai Petani to Bus
Ave. Duration:
6h 58m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.51
Bus from Kangar to Bus
Ave. Duration:
8h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.37

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu?

The cheapest way to get from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu is to bus which costs $10.65 - $10.98 and takes 10h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu?

The fastest way to get from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu is to tram and fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $44.57 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Padang Besar and Kota Bharu?

No, there is no direct bus from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu. However, there are services departing from Padang Besar and arriving at Bus Terminal Kota Bharu via Kangar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

How far is it from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu?

The distance between Padang Besar and Kota Bharu is 302 km. The road distance is 325 km.

How do I travel from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu without a car?

The best way to get from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu without a car is to tram and bus which takes 9h 20m and costs $10.33 - $16.30 .

How long does it take to get from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Padang Besar to Kota Bharu bus from?

Padang Besar to Kota Bharu bus services, operated by Ekspres Perdana, depart from Kangar station.

Train or bus from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu?

The best way to get from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs $8.15 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.65 - $10.98 and takes 10h 26m.

Where does the Padang Besar to Kota Bharu bus arrive?

Padang Besar to Kota Bharu bus services, operated by Ekspres Perdana, arrive at Bus Terminal Kota Bharu station.

Can I drive from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu?

Yes, the driving distance between Padang Besar to Kota Bharu is 325 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Padang Besar to Kota Bharu.

Where can I stay near Kota Bharu?

There are 800+ hotels available in Kota Bharu. Prices start at $15.52 per night.
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