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How to get fromPadang Besar to Langkawi Islandsby tram, ferry, car, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Padang Besar to Langkawi Islands by tram, ferry, car, or train

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  1. Tram, ferry

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    1. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Alor Setartram tram Padang Besar Line
    2. Take the ferry from Kuala Kedah to Langkawi Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    4h 13m
    RM 23–66

  2. Drive, ferry

    1. Drive from Padang Besar to Tammalang Pier Satuncar car
    2. Take the ferry from Tammalang Pier Satun to Kuah Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    2h 13m
    RM 142–156

  3. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Padang Besar to Alor Setartrain train Padang Besar
    2. Take the ferry from Kuala Kedah to Langkawi Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    4h 15m
    RM 23–70

Padang Besar to Langkawi Islands by tram, foot, bus, and ferry

Calendar25Weekly Services
Duration4h 13mAverage Duration
TicketRM 23Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 150.3 km
  • Duration: 4h 13m

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

There is no direct connection from Padang Besar to Langkawi Islands. However, you can take the vehicle to Alor Setar, walk to Pekan Rabu, take the bus to Jeti Kuala Kedah, walk to Kuala Kedah, then take the ferry to Langkawi Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Padang Besar to Kuah Ferry Terminal via Tammalang Pier Satun in around 2h 13m.

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