What is the cheapest way to get from Kangar to Thailand?

The cheapest way to get from Kangar to Thailand is to train which costs ฿360 - ฿2300 and takes 19h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kangar to Thailand?

The fastest way to get from Kangar to Thailand is to drive which takes 14h 29m and costs ฿4500 - ฿7000.

Is there a direct bus between Kangar and Thailand?

No, there is no direct bus from Kangar to Thailand. However, there are services departing from Mega Star Inn and arriving at Nitas Rattanakosin via Mini Changlun and Mo Chit 2 Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kangar and Thailand?

No, there is no direct train from Kangar to Thailand. However, there are services departing from Arau and arriving at Mrt Sam Yot via Padang Besar Malaysia, Srt Bang Bamru and Mrt Hua Lamphong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 15m.

How far is it from Kangar to Thailand?

The distance between Kangar and Thailand is 1085 km. The road distance is 989.6 km.

How do I travel from Kangar to Thailand without a car?

The best way to get from Kangar to Thailand without a car is to train which takes 19h 15m and costs ฿360 - ฿2300.

How long does it take to get from Kangar to Thailand?

It takes approximately 16h 7m to get from Kangar to Thailand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kangar to Thailand bus from?

Kangar to Thailand bus services, operated by Mara Liner MyBAS, depart from Mega Star Inn station.

Where do I catch the Kangar to Thailand train from?

Kangar to Thailand train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Padang Besar Malaysia station.

Train or bus from Kangar to Thailand?

The best way to get from Kangar to Thailand is to train which takes 19h 15m and costs ฿360 - ฿2300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿2300 - ฿2900 and takes 25h 31m.

Where does the Kangar to Thailand bus arrive?

Kangar to Thailand bus services, operated by Mara Liner MyBAS, arrive at Terminal Changlun station.

What is the time difference between Kangar and Thailand?

Thailand is 1h behind Kangar. It is currently 7:34 AM in Kangar and 6:34 AM in Thailand.

Where does the Kangar to Thailand train arrive?

Kangar to Thailand train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Bang Bamru station.

Can I drive from Kangar to Thailand?

Yes, the driving distance between Kangar to Thailand is 990 km. It takes approximately 14h 29m to drive from Kangar to Thailand.

Where can I stay near Thailand?

There are 5911+ hotels available in Thailand.

Kangar to Thailand - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Kangar to Thailand by car, bus, or train

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Kangar to Tammalang Piercar
2. Take the bus from Tammalang Pier to Mochitbus Tammalang Pier - Mochit
16h 7m
฿1,984–2,167
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Padang Besar Malaysia to Bang Bamrutrain 46
19h 15m
฿360–2,217
Drive 989.6 km
1. Drive from Kangar to Bangkokcar 989.6 km
14h 29m
฿4,535–6,550
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kompleks Islam Perlis to Terminal Padang Besar Perlisbus R11
2. Take the train from Padang Besar Malaysia to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain 46
22h 6m
฿376–1,496
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mega Star Inn to Terminal Changlunbus R10
2. Take the bus from Mini Changlun to Mochit Terminalbus Mini Changlun - Mochit Terminal
25h 31m
฿2,366–2,900

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Distance: 1,085.2 km
Duration: 16h 7m

What companies run services between Kangar, Malaysia and Thailand?

State Railway of Thailand operates a train from Padang Besar Malaysia to Bang Bamru once daily. Tickets cost ฿300–950 and the journey takes 15h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mega Star Inn to Nitas Rattanakosin via Terminal Changlun, Mini Changlun, Mochit Terminal, and Mo Chit 2 Bus Terminal in around 25h 31m.

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