Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai

Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai

Kuala Lumpur
Hat Yai
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Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai Destination Reviews

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Rita G
The bus departed 1 hour and 40 minutes late, causing me to miss my connecting bus, which operates only once a day. The total cost incurred as a direct result of your delay was THB 6,890.
Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai, Bus Executive, Suasana Tony Coach, Aug 11, 2026
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Lucy C
The bus itself was nice, comfortable, and spacious. Unfortunately, the service completely overshadowed that. The whole trip was incredibly uncomfortable. I haven’t felt that much like an outsider in a long time. Throughout the journey, the bus driver and another staff member repeatedly singled me out. They kept asking only me, despite there being other foreign passengers, whether I had a medical card and other documentation to enter Thailand. When we arrived at the border for immigration, they instructed only me to take all of my belongings with me, as if they expected me to be denied entry or detained. Since no one else was bringing their luggage, I left mine on the bus because no one else was taking theirs. After I finished at immigration and came back outside, the bus was already pulling away. I had to run after it, and when I got back on, I asked if they were really going to leave without me. They simply said yes. There were fewer than 10 passengers on the bus, so it’s not as though I was easy to overlook. To make matters worse, all of my belongings had been moved from my seat to the front of the bus, as if they expected I wouldn’t be returning. Finally, when we reached Hat Yai, they made me get off about 10 minutes before the destination printed on my ticket, which was the stop I had paid for. The only positive thing I can say is that I made it back safely. Honestly, I almost didn’t. If I hadn’t noticed the bus pulling away and run after it, I could have been stranded at the border through no fault of my own. I’ve lived in Thailand for quite a while and regularly travel throughout the region. I’ve never been made to feel so singled out or treated so differently because I was a foreigner. The entire experience was stressful, uncomfortable, and unprofessional.
Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai, Bus Express, Alibaba Express, Aug 4, 2026
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Thomas
The best Bus I drove with in Asia. I sat at the front so I had more than enough space. Sadly my travel buddy didn't get a visa for Thailand on time so I did this trip alone and he came the next day. The responsible persons(driver and others) asked me why I'm alone. So they were prepared and they cared. The driver drove carefully but fast so I enjoyed driving bus. The only little annoying thing was the music of the driver. Sitting directly behind him I heard it all and sleeping was just possible with headphones. Nevertheless the best drive I had.
Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai, Bus Executive, City Express, Jul 10, 2026
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Abrar
I really like their services. Like they offer wifi water and blanket
Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai, Bus Executive 1X2, Suasana Tony Coach, Jun 30, 2026
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Ali E
It’s delayed 45 min buut the bus was soo comfy. I never seen a bus which has a this size of distance with front seat. And there is 2 mechanism that you can set for your legs. I could go 20 hours like that
Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai, Bus VIP, Super Nice Express, Dec 20, 2025
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Wolf- D
We just forgot very important stuff (Passport and so on) in the bus, and because of the great work from the Company we had it back 2 hours later
Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai, Bus Express, Alibaba Express, Dec 17, 2025
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Alexander
More than 2 hours to late. Nice Bus.
Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai, Bus VIP, Super Nice Express, Sep 12, 2025
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Ashley N
The staff were friendly and the bus was modern, clean, and very comfortable. Would recommend and will use again if we ever find the need to.
Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai, Bus Executive, Suasana Tony Coach, Jul 25, 2025
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Eric T
Our driver was very helpful in filling out our paperwork for entering Thailand. The only unpleasant thing was that the driver was smoking on the bus.
Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai, Bus VIP 24, Sri Maju Group, Jul 21, 2025
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Siti N
The bus was late, we were sipposed to leave at 10pm but the bus arrived at TBS at 12 ! ang Gate17 is small n very crowded. The seat No 2 is hard, no more cushion n uncomfortable for a long journey.. The drivers are good . The bus is clean and pleasant.
Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai, Bus VIP 24, Sri Maju Group, Jun 11, 2025
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Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
THS Transportation
Economy 2pax
Any time
+9h
$352.39
Bus
Super Nice Express
VIP
00:29
09:05
$13.73
Bus
Super Nice Express
VIP
01:00
14:44
$13.73
Bus
Alisan Coach
SVIP
01:30
10:06
$21.74
  4.5
Bus
Alisan Coach
SVIP
02:30
10:38
$27.46
  4.5
Bus
Alisan Coach
SVIP
06:30
20:14
$21.74
  4.5
Bus
Alisan Coach
SVIP
07:00
15:10
$21.74
Flight
Scoot
Economy
07:40
14:00
$271.85
Bus
Alisan Coach
SVIP
08:00
16:36
$21.74
  4.5
Bus
Super Nice Express
VIP
08:30
17:06
$20.59
Bus
Suasana Tony Coach
Executive
09:00
17:36
$25.17
  4.5
Flight
Scoot
Economy
09:25
14:00
$287.94
Bus
Suasana Tony Coach
Executive
10:00
23:24
$20.59
  5.0
Flight
Batik Air Malaysia
Economy
11:05
12:20
$166.75
Flight
Batik Air Malaysia
Economy
11:35
12:50
$57.23
Flight
Scoot
Economy
11:55
14:00
$174.25
Flight
Batik Air Malaysia
Economy
12:15
13:30
$212.18
Flight
Batik Air Malaysia
Economy
12:35
13:50
$99.51
Flight
Scoot
Economy
12:55
14:00
$344.29
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
13:20
21:00
$261.27

Transportation Overview: Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai

The route from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai connects the Malaysian capital to the southern Thai border region. Travelers can choose from multiple transport options, ranging from the bus for budget trips to the avia for quicker arrivals.

Criteria Information
Fastest Option avia (2h)
Most Budget-Friendly bus (Starting at MYR 77)

Travel Duration and Distance

Parameter Value Land Distance 542 km (337 miles) Flight Distance 458 km (285 miles) Shortest Journey 2h Longest Journey 14h

Buses for this route primarily depart from TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan), while train services originate from KL Sentral. Upon arrival in Hat Yai, most services terminate at the Hat Yai Bus Terminal or the Hat Yai Railway Station.

Ticket Prices: Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai

Fares vary by operator and season. Sri Maju Group currently offers competitive rates.

Category Description
Budget vs. Premium bus offers the lowest entry price at MYR 77, while charter (up to MYR 3240) ensures a higher level of comfort.
Availability Tickets for bus and other modes are available for daily booking.

Practical Travel Tips

Topic Details Departure TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) is a large, centralized facility; arrive at least 45 minutes early to exchange your booking confirmation for a physical boarding pass. Arrival Upon reaching Hat Yai, the main terminal provides easy access to local songthaews and tuk-tuks for transit to the city center or nearby hotels. Border Crossing This route involves an international border crossing; ensure your passport is valid for at least six months and check visa requirements for entering Thailand.

Returning to Kuala Lumpur

Return trips from Hat Yai to Kuala Lumpur are generally available via the same transport modes. We recommend checking the latest schedule for bus or avia to ensure a smooth return journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is the land distance between Kuala Lumpur and Hat Yai?

The land distance is approximately 542 km via the North-South Expressway and the Thai border.

What is the fastest way to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai?

The avia is the quickest mode of transport, with a duration of approximately 2h.

What is the lowest price for a ticket to Hat Yai?

The most budget-friendly option is the bus, with prices starting at MYR 77.

Transportation from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai

Facts about the transport from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure12:45 AM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day94
Distance542 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAlibaba Express, Alisan Coach, Alisan Golden Coach, City Express, DTY Holidays, FQD Travel, Inter Top Express, Inter Top Express, Malaysia Airlines, Scoot, Singapore Airlines, Sri Maju Group, Suasana Tony Coach, Suasana Tony Coach, Super Nice Express, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, THS Transportation