What is the cheapest way to get from Malaysia to Yala?

The cheapest way to get from Malaysia to Yala is to train which costs ฿150 - ฿1500 and takes 13h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malaysia to Yala?

The fastest way to get from Malaysia to Yala is to drive which takes 6h 39m and costs ฿2200 - ฿3300.

Is there a direct bus between Malaysia and Yala?

No, there is no direct bus from Malaysia to Yala. However, there are services departing from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan and arriving at Yala via Sungai Kolok. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Malaysia and Yala?

No, there is no direct train from Malaysia to Yala. However, there are services departing from Kuala Lumpur and arriving at Yala via Padang Besar and Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

How far is it from Malaysia to Yala?

The distance between Malaysia and Yala is 673 km. The road distance is 500.8 km.

How do I travel from Malaysia to Yala without a car?

The best way to get from Malaysia to Yala without a car is to train via Padang Besar which takes 9h 39m and costs ฿160 - ฿2400.

How long does it take to get from Malaysia to Yala?

It takes approximately 9h 39m to get from Malaysia to Yala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malaysia to Yala bus from?

Malaysia to Yala bus services, operated by Queen Express, depart from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan station.

Where do I catch the Malaysia to Yala train from?

Malaysia to Yala train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Kuala Lumpur station.

Train or bus from Malaysia to Yala?

The best way to get from Malaysia to Yala is to train via Padang Besar which takes 9h 39m and costs ฿160 - ฿2400. Alternatively, you can bus and Minivan, which costs ฿950 - ฿1700 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Malaysia to Yala bus arrive?

Malaysia to Yala bus services, operated by Queen Express, arrive at Rantau Panjang station.

Where does the Malaysia to Yala train arrive?

Malaysia to Yala train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Padang Besar station.

Can I drive from Malaysia to Yala?

Yes, the driving distance between Malaysia to Yala is 501 km. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Malaysia to Yala.

How do I get a train ticket from Malaysia to Yala?

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Where can I stay near Yala?

There are 13+ hotels available in Yala.

Malaysia to Yala - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, Minivan, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Malaysia to Yala by train, bus, or car

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Train via Padang Besar
best
1. Take the train from Kuala Lumpur to Padang Besartrain Ets
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Hat Yaitrain 46
3. Take the train from Hat Yai to Yalatrain 171
9h 39m
฿160–2,316
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kl Sentral to Hat Yaitrain Ets
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Yalatrain 171 / ...
13h 57m
฿154–1,452
Bus, Minivan
1. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Rantau Panjangbus
2. Take the bus from Sungai Kolok to Yalabus
12h 25m
฿986–1,646
Drive 500.8 km
1. Drive from Kuala Lumpur to Yalacar 500.8 km
6h 39m
฿2,278–3,291
Bus, Minivan via Terminal Seksyen 17
1. Take the bus from Shah Alam to Rantau Panjangbus
2. Take the bus from Sungai Kolok to Yalabus
14h 42m
฿514–1,496

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Distance: 672.9 km
Duration: 9h 39m

What companies run services between Malaysia and Yala, Thailand?

You can take a train from Kuala Lumpur to Yala via Padang Besar, Padang Besar, and Hat Yai in around 9h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from KL Sentral to Yala via Bandar Tasik Selatan, Terminal Bersepadu Selatan, Rantau Panjang, and Sungai Kolok in around 12h 25m.

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