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

The cheapest way to get from Langkawi to Tanah Rata is to ferry and bus which costs RM 60 - RM 100 and takes 12h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Langkawi to Tanah Rata is to fly and train and taxi which takes 5h 35m and costs RM 370 - RM 700.

How far is it from Langkawi to Tanah Rata?

The distance between Langkawi and Tanah Rata is 383 km.

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

The best way to get from Langkawi to Tanah Rata without a car is to ferry and train and taxi which takes 7h 47m and costs RM 250 - RM 380.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Langkawi to Tanah Rata, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Tanah Rata?

There are 982+ hotels available in Tanah Rata.

Langkawi to Tanah Rata - 7 ways to travel via train, ferry, taxi, bus

There are 7 ways to get from Langkawi to Tanah Rata by ferry, train, taxi, bus, or plane

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

Ferry, train, taxi
best
1. Take the ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Kuala Kedah
2. Take the train from Alor Star to TasekEts
3. Take the taxi from Tasek to Tanah Rata
7h 47m
RM 258–377
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Kuala Perlis
2. Take the bus from Kuala Perlis to Terminal Meru Raya
3. Take the bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Cameron Highlands
12h 54m
RM 63–97
Ferry, bus via George Town
1. Take the ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Kuala Perlis
2. Take the bus from Kuala Perlis to Butterworth Bus Terminal
3. Take the bus from Butterworth Bus Terminal to Tanah Rata Bus Terminal
10h 11m
RM 74–103
Fly to Penang International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Penang International Airport (PEN)LGK - PEN
2. Take the bus from Penang Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong to Cameron Highlands
7h 4m
RM 166–310
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Kuala Kedah
2. Take the train from Alor Setar to Butterworth
3. Take the bus from Butterworth Bus Terminal to Tanah Rata Bus Terminal
10h 21m
RM 74–111
Fly to Ipoh, taxi
1. Fly from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Ipoh (IPH)LGK - IPH
2. Take the taxi from Ipoh (IPH) to Tanah Rata
5h 50m
RM 610–1,177
Fly to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, train, taxi
1. Fly from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)LGK - SZB
2. Take the train from Sungai Buluh to Kampar
3. Take the taxi from Kampar to Tanah Rata
5h 35m
RM 379–661

Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

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37 minAverage Duration

RM 93Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Langkawi to Tanah Rata.

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Distance: 382.5 km
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Langkawi, Malaysia and Tanah Rata, Malaysia?

There is no direct connection from Langkawi to Tanah Rata. However, you can take the ferry to Kuala Kedah, walk to Kuala Kedah, take the bus to Alor Setar, walk to Alor Star, take the train to Tasek, then take the taxi to Tanah Rata. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Tanah Rata Bus Terminal via Kuala Perlis, Kuala Perlis, and Butterworth Bus Terminal in around 10h 11m.

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