What is the cheapest way to get from Perak to Padang Besar?

The cheapest way to get from Perak to Padang Besar is to bus and train which costs ฿300 - ฿430 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Perak to Padang Besar?

The fastest way to get from Perak to Padang Besar is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs ฿1100 - ฿1600.

Is there a direct train between Perak and Padang Besar?

No, there is no direct train from Perak to Padang Besar. However, there are services departing from Ipoh and arriving at Padang Besar via Bukit Mertajam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Perak to Padang Besar?

The distance between Perak and Padang Besar is 296 km. The road distance is 305.1 km.

How do I travel from Perak to Padang Besar without a car?

The best way to get from Perak to Padang Besar without a car is to tram and train which takes 4h 4m and costs ฿260 - ฿550.

How long does it take to get from Perak to Padang Besar?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Perak to Padang Besar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perak to Padang Besar train from?

Perak to Padang Besar train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Ipoh station.

Where does the Perak to Padang Besar train arrive?

Perak to Padang Besar train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Bukit Mertajam station.

Can I drive from Perak to Padang Besar?

Yes, the driving distance between Perak to Padang Besar is 305 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Perak to Padang Besar.

Where can I stay near Padang Besar?

There are 138+ hotels available in Padang Besar.

Perak to Padang Besar - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Perak to Padang Besar by tram, train, bus, car, 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.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Ipoh to Bukit Mertajamtram Ipoh Line
2. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Padang Besartrain Butterworth
4h 4m
฿260–503
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Jalan Bendahara Ipoh to Butterworthbus
2. Take the bus from Penang Sentral to Alor Setarbus
3. Take the train from Alor Setar to Padang Besartrain
7h
฿308–422
Drive 305.1 km
1. Drive from Ipoh to Padang Besarcar 305.1 km
3h 30m
฿1,100–1,588
Train to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, fly, train
1. Take the train from Tanjung Malim to Sungai Bulohtrain
2. Fly from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane SZB - AOR
3. Take the train from Anak Bukit to Padang Besartrain
5h 25m
฿1,280–3,510
Train, train to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Tanjung Malim to KL Sentraltrain
2. Take the train from KL Sentral to Klia T1train
3. Fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane KUL - AOR
4. Take the train from Anak Bukit to Padang Besartrain
5h 45m
฿1,250–4,182

Perak to Padang Besar by tram and train

70Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

฿260Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Perak to Padang Besar.

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Distance: 296.1 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Perak, Malaysia and Padang Besar, Thailand?

There is no direct connection from Perak to Padang Besar. However, you can take the vehicle to Bukit Mertajam, walk to Bukit Mertajam, then take the train to Padang Besar. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jalan Bendahara Ipoh to Padang Besar via Butterworth, Penang Sentral, Alor Setar, and Alor Setar in around 7h.

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