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

The cheapest way to get from Kulim to Yala is to bus and Minivan which costs ฿450 - ฿850 and takes 9h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kulim to Yala is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs ฿750 - ฿1200.

Is there a direct bus between Kulim and Yala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kulim to Yala. However, there are services departing from Kulim and arriving at Yala via Sungai Kolok. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Kulim and Yala?

No, there is no direct train from Kulim to Yala. However, there are services departing from Bukit Mertajam and arriving at Yala via Padang Besar and Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Kulim to Yala?

The distance between Kulim and Yala is 331 km. The road distance is 205.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kulim to Yala without a car is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs ฿650 - ฿2600.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Kulim to Yala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kulim to Yala bus from?

Kulim to Yala bus services, operated by Ekspres Perdana, depart from Kulim station.

Where do I catch the Kulim to Yala train from?

Kulim to Yala train services, operated by KTM Komuter, depart from Bukit Mertajam station.

Train or bus from Kulim to Yala?

The best way to get from Kulim to Yala is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs ฿650 - ฿2600. Alternatively, you can bus and Minivan, which costs ฿450 - ฿850 and takes 9h 47m.

Where does the Kulim to Yala bus arrive?

Kulim to Yala bus services, operated by Ekspres Perdana, arrive at Pasir Mas station.

What is the time difference between Kulim and Yala?

Yala is 1h behind Kulim. It is currently 2:19 AM in Kulim and 1:19 AM in Yala.

Where does the Kulim to Yala train arrive?

Kulim to Yala train services, operated by KTM Komuter, arrive at Padang Besar station.

Can I drive from Kulim to Yala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kulim to Yala is 205 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Kulim to Yala.

Where can I stay near Yala?

There are 14+ hotels available in Yala.

Kulim to Yala - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, Minivan, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kulim to Yala by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Padang Besartrain
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Hat Yaitrain
3. Take the train from Hat Yai to Yalatrain
7h 47m
฿672–2,597
Bus, Minivan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kulim to Pasir Masbus Kulim
2. Take the bus from Sungai Kolok to Yalabus
9h 47m
฿451–808
Drive 205.4 km
1. Drive from Kulim to Yalacar 205.4 km
3h 9m
฿778–1,124

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Distance: 331.3 km
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Kulim, Malaysia and Yala, Thailand?

You can take a vehicle from Kulim to Yala via Bukit Mertajam, Padang Besar, and Hat Yai in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kulim to Yala via Pasir Mas and Sungai Kolok in around 9h 47m.

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