What is the cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Pak Bara?

The cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Pak Bara is to drive which costs ฿190 - ฿290 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Pak Bara?

The fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Pak Bara is to tram and drive which takes 2h 17m and costs ฿160 - ฿350.

Is there a direct bus between Alor Setar and Pak Bara?

No, there is no direct bus from Alor Setar to Pak Bara. However, there are services departing from Terminal Shahab Perdana and arriving at Pak Bara Pier via Kangar, Padang Besar and Hat Yai Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Alor Setar to Pak Bara?

The distance between Alor Setar and Pak Bara is 241 km. The road distance is 149.3 km.

How do I travel from Alor Setar to Pak Bara without a car?

The best way to get from Alor Setar to Pak Bara without a car is to tram and train and Minivan which takes 6h 26m and costs ฿360 - ฿1500.

How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to Pak Bara?

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Alor Setar to Pak Bara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alor Setar to Pak Bara bus from?

Alor Setar to Pak Bara bus services, operated by Mara Liner MyBAS, depart from Terminal Shahab Perdana station.

Where does the Alor Setar to Pak Bara bus arrive?

Alor Setar to Pak Bara bus services, operated by Mara Liner MyBAS, arrive at Terminal Bukit Lagi station.

Can I drive from Alor Setar to Pak Bara?

Yes, the driving distance between Alor Setar to Pak Bara is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Alor Setar to Pak Bara.

Where can I stay near Pak Bara?

There are 28+ hotels available in Pak Bara.

Alor Setar to Pak Bara - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, Minivan, and ferry

There are 6 ways to get from Alor Setar to Pak Bara by tram, train, bus, ferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram, train, Minivan
best
1. Take the tram from Alor Star to Padang Besar
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Hat Yai46
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai Airport to Pak Bara Pier
6h 26m
฿367–1,436
Tram, drive
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Alor Star to Bukit KatriPadang Besar Line
2. Drive from Bukit Katri to Pak Bara
2h 17m
฿166–350
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Kuala Kedah to Langkawi Ferry Terminal
2. Take the ferry from Kuah Ferry Terminal to Koh Lipe Pattaya Beach
3. Take the ferry from Bundhaya Beach Ko Lipe to Pak Bara Pier
8h 53m
฿2,043–2,933
Tram, train, bus
1. Take the tram from Alor Star to Padang Besar
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Hat Yai
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai Junction to Pak Bara Pier
7h 8m
฿327–1,346
Bus, Minivan
1. Take the bus from Terminal Shahab Perdana to Terminal Bukit LagiT14 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kangar to Padang BesarT11
3. Take the bus from Padang Besar to Hat Yai Bus Terminal
4. Take the bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Pak Bara Pier
9h 5m
฿348–426
Drive 149.3 km
1. Drive from Alor Setar to Pak Bara149.3 km
2h 27m
฿195–282

Alor Setar to Pak Bara by bus and ferry

21Weekly Services

8h 53mAverage Duration

฿2,043Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alor Setar to Pak Bara.

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Distance: 241.4 km
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Alor Setar, Malaysia and Pak Bara, Thailand?

You can take a bus from Alor Setar to Pak Bara Pier via Kuala Kedah, Kuala Kedah, Kuah Ferry Terminal, and Bundhaya Beach Ko Lipe in around 8h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Shahab Perdana to Pak Bara Pier via Kangar, Padang Besar, and Hat Yai Bus Terminal in around 9h 5m.

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