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Seven ways to Travel from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai

Composite routes from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai

Cheapest
31 h 17 min
Car
2307 km.
from $126
Other
8 h 5 min
Train, Plane
1932 km.
from $171.53
41 h 27 min
Train, Bus
1930 km.
from $114.78
35 h 15 min
Train
1932 km.
from $112.11
8 h 33 min
Train, Plane
1932 km.
from $203.38
36 h 22 min
1932 km.
from $106.39
2 d 13 h 26 min
1932 km.
from $64.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Myanmar Airways International

Website:
maiair.com/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Tachilek
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$140.16–$369.50

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mae
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$293.05

Thai Lion Mentari

Website:
lionairthai.com/en/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mae
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$305.80

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mae
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.16–$420.47

Train operators

KLIA Express

Phone:
+603 2267 8000
Email:
Website:
kliaekspres.com
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
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 Krung
Ave. Duration:
14h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.92–$61.16
Train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.01–$54.79

KTM Intercity

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Email:
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

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Email:
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Chiang Mai to Mae
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74

Ekspres Mutiara

Phone:
(09) 774 2655
Email:
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

KPB Express

Phone:
+604 332 5815
Email:
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
Email:
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Sungai Kolok to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
27h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$42.05
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Mae
Ave. Duration:
22h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$29.31

Local Minivan Thailand

Bus from Padang Besar to Hat
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.53–$2.42

Piya Chai Patthana

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/piya-chai-patthana?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjN8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTdmM2UtMDljYy03MGM0LTk1MzAtNTc3MmJlMWFiZDQ0LA
Bus from Hat Yai to Mae
Ave. Duration:
26h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.43–$66.26

Queen Express

Phone:
+6 09 742 2277
Email:
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 Mae Sai?

The cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai is to bus via Bangkok which costs $51.09 - $76.09 and takes 2 days 13h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai?

The fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai is to train and fly and taxi which takes 8h 5m and costs $97.83 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Kuala Lumpur and Mae Sai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai. However, there are services departing from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan and arriving at Mae Sai via Sungai Kolok, Opposite Southern Bus Terminal, Pata Pinklao and Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

How far is it from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Mae Sai is 2031 km. The road distance is 2309.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai without a car is to train and Minivan and bus which takes 35h 15m and costs $59.78 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai?

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai bus from?

Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai bus services, operated by Queen Express, depart from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan station.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai bus arrive?

Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai bus services, operated by Queen Express, arrive at Rantau Panjang station.

What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur and Mae Sai?

Mae Sai is 1h behind Kuala Lumpur. It is currently 19:06 in Kuala Lumpur and 18:06 in Mae Sai.

Can I drive from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai is 2309 km. It takes approximately 31h 16m to drive from Kuala Lumpur to Mae Sai.

Where can I stay near Mae Sai?

There are 49+ hotels available in Mae Sai. Prices start at $18.29 per night.
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