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 RM 55 - RM 140 and takes 11h 28m.

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 train which takes 4h 46m and costs RM 390 - RM 1400.

How far is it from Kuantan to Padang Besar?

The distance between Kuantan and Padang Besar is 494 km. The road distance is 643.2 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 RM 55 - RM 150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Kuantan to Padang Besar, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kuantan to Padang Besar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuantan to Padang Besar is 643 km. It takes approximately 8h 46m to drive from Kuantan to Padang Besar.

Where can I stay near Padang Besar?

There are 148+ hotels available in Padang Besar.

Kuantan to Padang Besar - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, tram, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Kuantan to Padang Besar by plane, train, bus, tram, car, or car ferry

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Fly to Alor Setar, train
best
1. Fly from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane KUA - AOR
2. Take the train from Anak Bukit to Padang Besartrain
4h 46m
RM 398–1,390
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sentral Kuantan to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
2. Take the train from Bdr Tasek Selatan to Padang Besartrain Ets
11h 28m
RM 55–139
Bus, train via Kuala Lumpur
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
RM 59–149
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sentral Kuantan to Sungai Petanibus
2. Take the tram from Sungai Petani to Padang Besartram Padang Besar Line
11h 44m
RM 65–169
Drive 643.2 km
1. Drive from Kuantan to Padang Besarcar 643.2 km
8h 46m
RM 296–427
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
RM 537–1,570
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sentral Kuantan to Alor Setarbus Kuantan
2. Take the train from Alor Setar to Padang Besartrain Butterworth
13h 19m
RM 68–188
Bus, car ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sentral Kuantan to Sungai Nibongbus
2. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
3. Take the train from Butterworth to Padang Besartrain
14h 16m
RM 101–139

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

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3h 10mAverage Duration

RM 340Cheapest Price

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Distance: 493.6 km
Duration: 4h 46m

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

There is no direct connection from Kuantan to Padang Besar. However, you can take the taxi to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) airport, fly to Alor Setar (AOR), take the taxi to Anak Bukit, then take the train to Padang Besar. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kospek Mpk to Padang Besar via (M) Terminal Sentral Kuantan, Terminal Sentral Kuantan, Kuala Lumpur, Tbs (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan), Bandar Tasik Selatan, Kl Sentral, Kl1079 Kl Sentral, Kl1925 Jabatan Warisan Negara, and Kuala Lumpur in around 11h 28m.

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