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

The cheapest way to get from Kuantan to Padang Besar is to bus and train which costs ฿500 - ฿1400 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuantan to Padang Besar is to fly and tram which takes 4h 48m and costs ฿3200 - ฿8000.

Is there a direct bus between Kuantan and Padang Besar?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuantan to Padang Besar. However, there are services departing from (M) Hentian Bandar and arriving at Sma Almaad via Kuantan and Terminal Bukit Lagi Kangar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 3m.

How far is it from Kuantan to Padang Besar?

The distance between Kuantan and Padang Besar is 494 km. The road distance is 640.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuantan to Padang Besar without a car is to bus and train via Kuala Lumpur which takes 11h 28m and costs ฿460 - ฿1300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Kuantan to Padang Besar, including transfers.

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

Kuantan to Padang Besar bus services, operated by Cosmic Express, depart from Kuantan station.

Where does the Kuantan to Padang Besar bus arrive?

Kuantan to Padang Besar bus services, operated by Cosmic Express, arrive at Kangar station.

Can I drive from Kuantan to Padang Besar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuantan to Padang Besar is 640 km. It takes approximately 8h 43m to drive from Kuantan to Padang Besar.

Where can I stay near Padang Besar?

There are 140+ hotels available in Padang Besar.

Kuantan to Padang Besar - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

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

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Fly to Alor Setar, tram
best
1. Fly from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane KUA - AOR
2. Take the tram from Anak Bukit to Padang Besartram
4h 48m
฿3,286–7,719
Bus, train via Kuala Lumpur
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sentral Kuantan to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
2. Take the train from Kuala Lumpur to Padang Besartrain Ets
11h 28m
฿468–1,213
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sentral Kuantan to Sungai Petanibus
2. Take the train from Sungai Petani to Padang Besartrain Butterworth
11h 30m
฿543–1,383
Drive 640.3 km
1. Drive from Kuantan to Padang Besarcar 640.3 km
8h 43m
฿2,427–3,506
Fly to Hat Yai, train
1. Fly from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Hat Yai (HDY)plane KUA - HDY
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
8h 18m
฿3,883–11,569
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kuantan to Kangarbus
14h 3m
฿599–1,743
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sentral Kuantan to Sungai Nibongbus
2. Take the bus from Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal to Alor Setarbus
3. Take the train from Alor Setar to Padang Besartrain
14h 45m
฿696–988

Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Alor Setar (AOR) flights

3Weekly Planes

3h 10mAverage Duration

฿2,813Cheapest Price

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Distance: 494.3 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

Cosmic Express operates a bus from Kuantan to Kangar once daily. Tickets cost ฿600–1,300 and the journey takes 10h 27m. Mara Liner also services this route once daily.

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