What is the cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Taiping?

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Taiping is to train which costs RM 40 - RM 260 and takes 19h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Taiping?

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to Taiping is to fly and car ferry and train which takes 8h 3m and costs RM 350 - RM 900.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Taiping?

No, there is no direct bus from Bangkok to Taiping. However, there are services departing from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal and arriving at Taiping via Opposite Panu, Street Assawaphisit Chet., Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Changlun and Kamunting, Perak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bangkok and Taiping?

No, there is no direct train from Bangkok to Taiping. However, there are services departing from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal and arriving at Taiping via Hat Yai and Padang Besar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 14m.

How far is it from Bangkok to Taiping?

The distance between Bangkok and Taiping is 1083 km. The road distance is 1196.3 km.

How do I travel from Bangkok to Taiping without a car?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Taiping without a car is to train which takes 19h 14m and costs RM 40 - RM 260.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Taiping?

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Bangkok to Taiping, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Taiping bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Taiping train from?

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

Train or bus from Bangkok to Taiping?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Taiping is to train which takes 19h 14m and costs RM 40 - RM 260. Alternatively, you can bus and Minivan, which costs RM 160 - RM 1100 and takes 23h 55m.

Where does the Bangkok to Taiping bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Bangkok and Taiping?

Taiping is 1h ahead of Bangkok. It is currently 1:41 PM in Bangkok and 2:41 PM in Taiping.

Where does the Bangkok to Taiping train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bangkok to Taiping?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok to Taiping is 1196 km. It takes approximately 16h 35m to drive from Bangkok to Taiping.

How do I get a train ticket from Bangkok to Taiping?

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

Where can I stay near Taiping?

There are 302+ hotels available in Taiping.

Bangkok to Taiping - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car ferry, and bus

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Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport, car ferry, train
best
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane DMK - PEN
2. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
3. Take the train from Butterworth to Taipingtrain
8h 3m
RM 355–888
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 Taipingtrain Ets
19h 14m
RM 43–252
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
3. Take the bus from Changlun to Kamuntingbus
23h 55m
RM 166–1,022
Drive 1,196.3 km
1. Drive from Bangkok to Taipingcar 1,196.3 km
16h 35m
RM 555–802
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport, car ferry, train
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane BKK - PEN
2. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
3. Take the train from Butterworth to Taipingtrain
8h 31m
RM 454–893
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Hat Yai, train
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
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Taipingtrain
8h 41m
RM 189–553
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
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Taipingtrain
9h 10m
RM 201–610
Bus, Minivan, train
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Padang Besarbus
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Bukit Mertajamtrain
4. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Taipingtrain
29h 26m
RM 144–985

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

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Distance: 1,083.4 km
Duration: 8h 3m

What companies run services between Bangkok, Thailand and Taiping, Malaysia?

You can take a train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Taiping via Hat Yai and Padang Besar in around 19h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Taiping via Soi Borommaratchachonnani 99, Opposite Panu, Street Assawaphisit Chet., Opposite Southern Bus Terminal, Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Padang Besar, Changlun, and Kamunting, Perak in around 23h 55m.

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