What is the cheapest way to get from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang?

The cheapest way to get from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang is to train and car ferry via Padang Besar which costs RM 70 - RM 430 and takes 30h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang?

The fastest way to get from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs RM 410 - RM 1200.

Is there a direct bus between Ubon Ratchathani and Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang. However, there are services departing from Ubon Ratchathani and arriving at Komtar Bus Terminal via Opposite Samnak Ngon Khet Chatuchak, Victory Monument, Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok and Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 47m.

How far is it from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang?

The distance between Ubon Ratchathani and Penang is 1219 km.

How do I travel from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang without a car?

The best way to get from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang without a car is to bus and Mini Van which takes 29h 47m and costs RM 250 - RM 320.

How long does it take to get from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ubon Ratchathani to Penang bus from?

Ubon Ratchathani to Penang bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, depart from Ubon Ratchathani station.

Bus or fly from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang?

The best way to get from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs RM 410 - RM 1200. Alternatively, you can bus and Mini Van, which costs RM 250 - RM 320 and takes 29h 47m.

Where does the Ubon Ratchathani to Penang bus arrive?

Ubon Ratchathani to Penang bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, arrive at Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Ubon Ratchathani and Penang?

Penang is 1h ahead of Ubon Ratchathani. It is currently 1:43 AM in Ubon Ratchathani and 2:43 AM in Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2545+ hotels available in Penang.

Ubon Ratchathani to Penang - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ubon Ratchathani to Penang by plane, bus, train, or car ferry

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Ubon Ratchathani Airport (UBP) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane UBP - PEN
4h 40m
RM 410–1,112
Train, car ferry via Padang Besar
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ubon Ratchathani to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain 24
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal 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
30h 44m
RM 71–429
Bus, Mini Van
1. Take the bus from Ubon Ratchathani to Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Komtar Bus Terminalbus
29h 47m
RM 251–319
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Ubon Ratchathani to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain 24
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besar Malaysiatrain 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
33h 2m
RM 71–429
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ubon Ratchathani Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Prangin Mallbus
38h 48m
RM 224–1,580

Ubon Ratchathani to Penang by train, foot, and car ferry

7Weekly Services

30h 44mAverage Duration

RM 71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,219 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand and Penang, Malaysia?

Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, and three other airlines fly from Ubon Ratchathani Airport (UBP) to Penang International Airport (PEN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ubon Ratchathani to Komtar Bus Terminal via Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal, Opposite Samnak Ngon Khet Chatuchak, Victory Monument, Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South), Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok, and Hat Yai in around 29h 47m.

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