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

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur is to train which costs RM 50 - RM 290 and takes 22h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs RM 440 - RM 1100.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur?

No, there is no direct bus from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur. However, there are services departing from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal and arriving at Terminal Bersepadu Selatan via Opposite Panu, Street Assawaphisit Chet., Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Hat Yai and Danok. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur?

No, there is no direct train from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur. However, there are services departing from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal and arriving at Kuala Lumpur via Hat Yai and Padang Besar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 19m.

How far is it from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur?

The distance between Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur is 1241 km. The road distance is 1452.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur without a car is to train which takes 22h 19m and costs RM 50 - RM 290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur, including transfers.

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

Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by Piya, depart from Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs RM 440 - RM 1100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs RM 50 - RM 290 and takes 22h 19m, you could also bus and Minivan, which costs RM 200 - RM 1100 and takes 23h 50m.

Where does the Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur bus arrive?

Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by Piya, arrive at Hat Yai Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur?

Kuala Lumpur is 1h ahead of Bangkok. It is currently 7:42 PM in Bangkok and 8:42 PM in Kuala Lumpur.

Where does the Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur is 1453 km. It takes approximately 19h 17m to drive from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur.

How do I get a train ticket from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur?

Book your Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur train tickets online with 12go.asia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur?

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Where can I stay near Kuala Lumpur?

There are 8237+ hotels available in Kuala Lumpur.

Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and Minivan

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Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
best
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane DMK - SZB
5h 43m
RM 443–1,070
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 Kuala Lumpurtrain Ets
22h 19m
RM 51–281
Bus, Minivan
1. Take the bus from Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Danokbus
3. Take the bus from Danok to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
23h 50m
RM 209–1,086
Drive 1,452.5 km
1. Drive from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpurcar 1,452.5 km
19h 17m
RM 673–973
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
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 Bandar Tasik Selatantrain
6h 27m
RM 380–864
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 Bandar Tasik Selatantrain
6h 46m
RM 419–1,175
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane BKK - SZB
8h 11m
RM 958–1,912
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Senai International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Senai International Airport (JHB)plane DMK - JHB
2. Take the bus from JB Larkin Terminal to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
10h 39m
RM 462–1,242
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
36h 13m
RM 168–1,256

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) flights

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Distance: 1,241.3 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Bangkok, Thailand and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia?

Malindo Airways flies from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Kuala Lumpur via Hat Yai and Padang Besar in around 22h 19m.

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