What is the cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Padang Besar?

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Padang Besar is to train which costs RM 35 - RM 110 and takes 18h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Padang Besar?

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to Padang Besar is to fly and drive which takes 5h 21m and costs RM 230 - RM 460.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Padang Besar?

No, there is no direct bus from Bangkok to Padang Besar. However, there are services departing from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal and arriving at Padang Besar via Opposite Panu, Street Assawaphisit Chet., Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok and Hat Yai Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Bangkok and Padang Besar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal and arriving at Padang Besar. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 15m.

How far is it from Bangkok to Padang Besar?

The distance between Bangkok and Padang Besar is 849 km. The road distance is 967.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bangkok to Padang Besar without a car is to bus and Minivan which takes 16h 23m and costs RM 100 - RM 950.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Padang Besar?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Bangkok to Padang Besar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Padang Besar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Padang Besar train from?

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

Train or bus from Bangkok to Padang Besar?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Padang Besar is to bus and Minivan which takes 16h 23m and costs RM 100 - RM 950. Alternatively, you can train, which costs RM 35 - RM 110 and takes 18h 15m.

Where does the Bangkok to Padang Besar bus arrive?

Bangkok to Padang Besar bus services, operated by The Transport Company, arrive at Songkhla station.

What is the time difference between Bangkok and Padang Besar?

Padang Besar is 1h ahead of Bangkok. It is currently 8:41 AM in Bangkok and 9:41 AM in Padang Besar.

Where does the Bangkok to Padang Besar train arrive?

Bangkok to Padang Besar train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Padang Besar station.

Can I drive from Bangkok to Padang Besar?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok to Padang Besar is 967 km. It takes approximately 14h 13m to drive from Bangkok to Padang Besar.

How do I get a train ticket from Bangkok to Padang Besar?

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Where can I stay near Padang Besar?

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Bangkok to Padang Besar - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and Minivan

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There are 7 ways to get from Bangkok to Padang Besar by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Hat Yai, train
best
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Hat Yai (HDY)plane DMK - HDY
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
5h 27m
RM 176–420
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besartrain 45 Hua Lamphong - Padang Besar - Class II Sleeper AC
18h 15m
RM 35–110
Bus, Minivan
1. Take the bus from Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Padang Besarbus
16h 23m
RM 106–913
Drive 967.1 km
1. Drive from Bangkok to Padang Besarcar 967.1 km
14h 13m
RM 443–640
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Hat Yai, train
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Hat Yai (HDY)plane BKK - HDY
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
5h 56m
RM 196–482
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Trang Airport, drive
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Trang Airport (TST)plane DMK - TST
2. Drive from Trang-Airport-TST to Padang Besarcar
5h 21m
RM 235–455
Bus, Minivan via Songkhla
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Songkhlabus
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Padang Besarbus
22h 20m
RM 112–912

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Hat Yai (HDY) flights

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 849.4 km
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Bangkok, Thailand and Padang Besar, Perlis, Malaysia?

You can take a bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Padang Besar via Soi Borommaratchachonnani 99, Opposite Panu, Street Assawaphisit Chet., Opposite Southern Bus Terminal, Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok, and Hat Yai Bus Terminal in around 16h 23m. Alternatively, State Railway of Thailand operates a train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besar once daily. Tickets cost RM 35–110 and the journey takes 18h 15m.

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