What is the cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Batu Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Batu Caves is to train which costs RM 50 - RM 290 and takes 23h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Batu Caves?

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to Batu Caves is to fly and train which takes 6h 39m and costs RM 440 - RM 1100.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Batu Caves?

No, there is no direct bus from Bangkok to Batu Caves. However, there are services departing from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal and arriving at Sl493 Nissan via Rantau Panjang and Kl117 Bsn Lebuh Ampang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Bangkok and Batu Caves?

No, there is no direct train from Bangkok to Batu Caves. However, there are services departing from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal and arriving at Batu Caves via Hat Yai, Padang Besar and Putra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 3m.

How far is it from Bangkok to Batu Caves?

The distance between Bangkok and Batu Caves is 1341 km. The road distance is 1440.9 km.

How do I travel from Bangkok to Batu Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Batu Caves without a car is to train which takes 23h 3m and costs RM 50 - RM 290.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Batu Caves?

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Bangkok to Batu Caves, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Batu Caves bus from?

Bangkok to Batu Caves bus services, operated by The Transport Company, depart from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Batu Caves train from?

Bangkok to Batu Caves train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Bangkok to Batu Caves?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Batu Caves is to train which takes 23h 3m and costs RM 50 - RM 290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 170 - RM 1300 and takes 37h 16m, you could also fly, which costs RM 950 - RM 2000 and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Bangkok to Batu Caves bus arrive?

Bangkok to Batu Caves bus services, operated by The Transport Company, arrive at Sungai Kolok station.

What is the time difference between Bangkok and Batu Caves?

Batu Caves is 1h ahead of Bangkok. It is currently 2:58 AM in Bangkok and 3:58 AM in Batu Caves.

Where does the Bangkok to Batu Caves train arrive?

Bangkok to Batu Caves train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Hat Yai station.

Can I drive from Bangkok to Batu Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok to Batu Caves is 1441 km. It takes approximately 19h 18m to drive from Bangkok to Batu Caves.

How do I get a train ticket from Bangkok to Batu Caves?

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Where can I stay near Batu Caves?

There are 8173+ hotels available in Batu Caves.

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Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane DMK - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T2 to KL Sentraltrain
7h 22m
RM 384–885
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Hat Yaitrain
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Putratrain Ets
23h 3m
RM 54–286
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Sungai Kolokbus
2. Take the bus from Rantau Panjang to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
37h 16m
RM 170–1,265
Drive 1,440.9 km
1. Drive from Bangkok to Batu Cavescar 1,440.9 km
19h 18m
RM 668–965
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, train
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane DMK - SZB
2. Take the train from Kuala Lumpur to Batu Cavestrain
6h 39m
RM 447–1,076
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane BKK - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T2 to KL Sentraltrain
7h 41m
RM 423–1,196
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane BKK - SZB
9h 7m
RM 962–1,918
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Hat Yaitrain 31 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station - Hat Yai - Class II Sleeper AC / ...
2. Take the bus from Hatyai to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
25h 5m
RM 143–295

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) flights

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Distance: 1,341 km
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between Bangkok, Thailand and Batu Caves, Malaysia?

You can take a train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Batu Caves via Hat Yai, Padang Besar, and Putra in around 23h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Sl493 Nissan via Sungai Kolok, Rantau Panjang, Kuala Lumpur, Tbs (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan), Bandar Tasik Selatan, Masjid Jamek, and Kl117 Bsn Lebuh Ampang in around 37h 16m.

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