What is the cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Tanah Rata?

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Tanah Rata is to train and bus which costs RM 85 - RM 310 and takes 26h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Tanah Rata?

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to Tanah Rata is to fly and train and bus which takes 10h 41m and costs RM 290 - RM 600.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Tanah Rata?

No, there is no direct bus from Bangkok to Tanah Rata. However, there are services departing from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal and arriving at Tanah Rata Bus Terminal via Opposite Panu, Street Assawaphisit Chet., Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok, Hat Yai and Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 17m.

How far is it from Bangkok to Tanah Rata?

The distance between Bangkok and Tanah Rata is 1527 km. The road distance is 1341.9 km.

How do I travel from Bangkok to Tanah Rata without a car?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Tanah Rata without a car is to train and taxi which takes 21h 34m and costs RM 220 - RM 550.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Tanah Rata?

It takes approximately 10h 41m to get from Bangkok to Tanah Rata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Tanah Rata bus from?

Bangkok to Tanah Rata bus services, operated by Piya, depart from Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok station.

Where does the Bangkok to Tanah Rata bus arrive?

Bangkok to Tanah Rata bus services, operated by Piya, arrive at Hat Yai Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Bangkok and Tanah Rata?

Tanah Rata is 1h ahead of Bangkok. It is currently 1:26 AM in Bangkok and 2:26 AM in Tanah Rata.

Can I drive from Bangkok to Tanah Rata?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok to Tanah Rata is 1342 km. It takes approximately 18h 34m to drive from Bangkok to Tanah Rata.

Where can I stay near Tanah Rata?

There are 979+ hotels available in Tanah Rata.

Bangkok to Tanah Rata - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Bangkok to Tanah Rata by plane, train, bus, taxi, 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.

Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train, bus
best
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane DMK - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T1 to Bandar Tasik Selatantrain
3. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Tanah Rata Bus Terminalbus
10h 41m
RM 296–574
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besar Malaysiatrain 45
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Butterworthtrain
3. Take the bus from Penang Sentral to Cameron Highlandsbus
26h 31m
RM 86–302
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besartrain 45
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Kampartrain Ets
3. Take the taxi from Kampar to Tanah Ratataxi
21h 34m
RM 228–546
Bus via Opposite Panu, Street Assawaphisit Chet.
1. Take the bus from Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Terminal Bas Sungai Nibongbus
3. Take the bus from Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal to Tanah Rata Bus Terminalbus
25h 17m
RM 205–236
Drive 1,341.9 km
1. Drive from Bangkok to Tanah Ratacar 1,341.9 km
18h 34m
RM 600–867
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane BKK - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T1 to Bandar Tasik Selatantrain
3. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Tanah Rata Bus Terminalbus
10h 57m
RM 337–750
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, bus
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane DMK - SZB
2. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Tanah Rata Bus Terminalbus
11h 21m
RM 372–838
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Hat Yai, train, taxi
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Hat Yai (HDY)plane DMK - HDY
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Kampartrain
4. Take the taxi from Kampar to Tanah Ratataxi
11h 4m
RM 323–871
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Hat Yai, train, taxi
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Hat Yai (HDY)plane BKK - HDY
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Kampartrain
4. Take the taxi from Kampar to Tanah Ratataxi
11h 25m
RM 332–853
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Terminal Bas Sungai Nibongbus
3. Take the bus from Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal to Tanah Rata Bus Terminalbus
32h 56m
RM 194–1,014

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) flights

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2h 14mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Bangkok to Tanah Rata.

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Distance: 1,526.7 km
Duration: 10h 41m

What companies run services between Bangkok, Thailand and Tanah Rata, Malaysia?

You can take a bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Tanah Rata Bus Terminal via Soi Borommaratchachonnani 99, Opposite Panu, Street Assawaphisit Chet., Opposite Southern Bus Terminal, Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Hat Yai, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong, and Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal in around 25h 17m.

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