What is the cheapest way to get from Surathani to Penang?

The cheapest way to get from Surathani to Penang is to train and car ferry which costs RM 30 - RM 180 and takes 11h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surathani to Penang?

The fastest way to get from Surathani to Penang is to drive which takes 7h 9m and costs RM 230 - RM 340.

Is there a direct bus between Surathani and Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Surathani station to Penang. However, there are services departing from Surathani Talad Kaset Station and arriving at Komtar Bus Terminal via Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

How far is it from Surathani to Penang?

The distance between Surathani and Penang is 531 km. The road distance is 525.4 km.

How do I travel from Surathani to Penang without a car?

The best way to get from Surathani to Penang without a car is to Minivan and Mini Van which takes 10h 11m and costs RM 105.

How long does it take to get from Surathani to Penang?

It takes approximately 10h 11m to get from Surathani to Penang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surathani to Penang bus from?

Surathani to Penang bus services, operated by Hat Yai Transport, depart from Surathani Talad Kaset Station.

Bus or fly from Surathani to Penang?

The best way to get from Surathani to Penang is to Minivan and Mini Van which takes 10h 11m and costs RM 105. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs RM 440 - RM 1400 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Surathani to Penang bus arrive?

Surathani to Penang bus services, operated by Hat Yai Transport, arrive at Hat Yai Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Surathani and Penang?

Penang is 1h ahead of Surathani. It is currently 4:45 AM in Surathani and 5:45 AM in Penang.

Can I drive from Surathani to Penang?

Yes, the driving distance between Surathani to Penang is 525 km. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from Surathani to Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2566+ hotels available in Penang.

Surathani to Penang - 9 ways to travel via train, Minivan, and Mini Van

There are 9 ways to get from Surathani to Penang by bus, train, car ferry, 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.

Minivan, Mini Van
best
1. Take the bus from Surathani Talad Kaset Station to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Komtar Bus Terminalbus
10h 11m
RM 104
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Surat Thani Train Station to Padang Besar Malaysiatrain 45
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Butterworthtrain
3. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
11h 16m
RM 34–173
Train, car ferry via Hat Yai
1. Take the train from Surat Thani Train Station to Hat Yaitrain 983
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain 45
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Butterworthtrain
4. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
11h 8m
RM 39–288
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Surathani to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcar
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
7h 18m
RM 230–331
Fly from Surat Thani
1. Fly from Surat Thani (URT) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane URT - PEN
7h 11m
RM 444–1,319
Bus
1. Take the bus from Suratthani to Songkhlabus
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Prangin Mallbus
12h 36m
RM 79–84
Drive 525.4 km
1. Drive from Surathani to George Towncar 525.4 km
7h 9m
RM 236–340
Bus, bus to Phuket International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Surathani Talad Kaset Station to Phuket Bus Terminal 1bus
2. Take the bus from Old Phuket Bus Terminal to Phuket Airport Busbus
3. Fly from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane HKT - PEN
9h 28m
RM 271–810
Bus to Krabi Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Surat Thani City to Krabi Bus Terminalbus
2. Fly from Krabi Airport (KBV) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane KBV - PEN
10h 4m

Surathani to Penang by foot, bus, train, and car ferry

18Weekly Services

11h 8mAverage Duration

RM 39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 531.2 km
Duration: 10h 11m

What companies run services between Surathani, Thailand and Penang, Malaysia?

You can take a vehicle from Surathani to Komtar Bus Terminal via Surathani Talad Kaset Station and Hat Yai in around 10h 11m. Alternatively, Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, and two other airlines fly from Surat Thani (URT) to Penang International Airport (PEN) twice daily.

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