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

The cheapest way to get from Pak Bara to Alor Setar is to drive which costs RM 25 - RM 40 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pak Bara to Alor Setar is to drive and tram which takes 2h 17m and costs RM 21 - RM 45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Pak Bara to Alor Setar. However, there are services departing from Pak Bara Pier and arriving at Terminal Shahab Perdana via Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Padang Besar and Terminal Bukit Lagi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Pak Bara to Alor Setar?

The distance between Pak Bara and Alor Setar is 234 km. The road distance is 149.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Pak Bara to Alor Setar without a car is to bus and train and tram which takes 6h 7m and costs RM 40 - RM 180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Pak Bara to Alor Setar, including transfers.

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

Pak Bara to Alor Setar bus services, operated by Dee Travels Hatyai, depart from Pak Bara Pier station.

Where does the Pak Bara to Alor Setar bus arrive?

Pak Bara to Alor Setar bus services, operated by Dee Travels Hatyai, arrive at Hat Yai Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Pak Bara to Alor Setar?

Yes, the driving distance between Pak Bara to Alor Setar is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Pak Bara to Alor Setar.

Where can I stay near Alor Setar?

There are 483+ hotels available in Alor Setar.

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

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

Bus, train, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Pak Bara Pier to Hat Yai station
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besar45
3. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Alor Star
6h 7m
RM 42–175
Drive, tram
cheapest
1. Drive from Pak Bara to Bukit Katri
2. Take the tram from Bukit Katri to Alor StarPadang Besar Line
2h 17m
RM 22–45
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Pak Bara Pier to Koh Lipe
2. Take the ferry from Koh Lipe Pattaya Beach to Kuah Ferry Terminal
3. Take the ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Kuala Kedah
7h 56m
RM 223–283
Bus, train, tram via Hat Yai Airport (HDY)
1. Take the bus from Pak Bara Pier to Hat Yai Airport
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besar45
3. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Alor Star
6h 15m
RM 48–183
Bus, Minivan
1. Take the bus from Pak Bara Pier to Hat Yai Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Padang Besar
3. Take the bus from Padang Besar to KangarT11
4. Take the bus from Terminal Bukit Lagi to Terminal Shahab PerdanaT14 / ...
8h 19m
RM 43–55
Drive 149.6 km
1. Drive from Pak Bara to Alor Setar149.6 km
2h 28m
RM 26–37

Pak Bara to Alor Setar by bus, train, and tram

18Weekly Services

6h 7mAverage Duration

RM 42Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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

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Distance: 234.1 km
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a ferry from Pak Bara Pier to Alor Setar via Koh Lipe, Koh Lipe Pattaya Beach, Langkawi Ferry Terminal, Kuala Kedah, and Kuala Kedah in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pak Bara Pier to Terminal Shahab Perdana via Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Padang Besar, and Terminal Bukit Lagi in around 8h 19m.

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