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Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya

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Nineteen ways to Travel from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya

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Transport providers

Airlines

Malindo Airways

Website:
malindoair.com/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Don
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$121.04

Malaysia Airlines

Website:
malaysiaairlines.com/hq/en.html
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.82–$203.86
Plane from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$121.04–$471.43

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Don
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.79–$101.93
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to U-Tapao
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$57.34–$203.86

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Don
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.61–$108.30

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.82–$203.86
Plane from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$229.35–$433.21

Firefly

Website:
fireflyz.com.my/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.82–$191.12
Plane from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$121.04–$471.43

Scoot Tigerair

Website:
flyscoot.com/en
Plane from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$82.82–$229.35

Indonesia AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Don
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$76.45–$178.38

Train operators

KLIA Express

Phone:
+603 2267 8000
Website:
kliaekspres.com
Train from KL Sentral to Klia
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.48–$12.10
Train from Bandar Tasik Selatan to Klia
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.71–$10.19

State Railway of Thailand

Phone:
1690
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 Krung
Ave. Duration:
14h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.92–$61.16
Train from Hat Yai to Hua
Ave. Duration:
18h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$61.16
Train from Hua Lamphong to Pattaya
Ave. Duration:
3h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.21–$35.68

KTM Intercity

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Website:
ktmb.com.my
Train from Kuala Lumpur to Padang
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.64–$40.77

Bus operators

Roong Reuang Coach

Phone:
+66 2 747 4307
Website:
airporthuahinbus.com/
Bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.20–$7.01

Ekspres Mutiara

Phone:
(09) 774 2655
Website:
e-mutiara.com.my/
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Rantau
Ave. Duration:
8h 36m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.56–$14.02

Tawanok Tour

Phone:
+66 8-6832-6338
Website:
12go.com/en/operator/tawanok-tour
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to North
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$8.92
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to South
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$8.92
Bus from Ekkamai Bus Terminal to South
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$8.92

KPB Express

Phone:
+604 332 5815
Website:
kpbekspres.com/
Bus from Hentian Duta to Hat
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.02–$20.39

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
13h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.03
Bus from Sungai Kolok to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
27h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$42.05

Nakhonborrikarn

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/nakhonborrikarn?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoxfGhoOjN8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTgyNGItODFiYi03MmViLWE5ZGMtY2VjMWViZmE2ZWNkLA
Bus from Hat Yai Bus Station to Nakhon
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.87

Queen Express

Phone:
+6 09 742 2277
Website:
queenexpress.com.my/
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Rantau
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya?

The cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya is to bus via Nakhon Si Thammarat which costs $39.13 - $59.78 and takes 31h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya?

The fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya is to train and fly which takes 6h 29m and costs $53.26 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Kuala Lumpur and Pattaya?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya. However, there are services departing from Kl1821 Pasar Seni and arriving at South Pattaya via Hentian Duta, Thanon Nipatuthit 2, Hat Yai Bus Station, Nakhon Si Thammarat and Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Kuala Lumpur and Pattaya?

No, there is no direct train from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya. However, there are services departing from Kuala Lumpur and arriving at Pattaya via Padang Besar, Hat Yai and Hua Lamphong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 24m.

How far is it from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Pattaya is 1405 km. The road distance is 1598.8 km.

How do I travel from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya without a car?

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya without a car is to train and bus which takes 26h 34m and costs $20.65 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya?

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya bus from?

Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya bus services, operated by KPB Express, depart from Hentian Duta station.

Where do I catch the Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya train from?

Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Kuala Lumpur station.

Train or bus from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya?

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya is to bus via Nakhon Si Thammarat which takes 31h 38m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16.30 - $152.17 and takes 32h 24m.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya bus arrive?

Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya bus services, operated by KPB Express, arrive at Hat Yai Station.

What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur and Pattaya?

Pattaya is 1h behind Kuala Lumpur. It is currently 06:53 in Kuala Lumpur and 05:53 in Pattaya.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya train arrive?

Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Padang Besar station.

Can I drive from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya is 1599 km. It takes approximately 20h 35m to drive from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya.

Where can I stay near Pattaya?

There are 4251+ hotels available in Pattaya. Prices start at $11.85 per night.
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