Penang to Phuket by van, bus, flight, taxi from MYR 148

Penang to Phuket Destination Reviews

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Дарья А

Incorrect information in the voucher was twice, on the way from Phuket to Malaysia, and on the way back. The second trip we scept the bus, because, suddenly, you have to call the hotline each time you go somewhere. And if you have no internet it becomes a quest. But they changed the bus to the next one and we waited the trip 3 hours more. Should give people correct vouchers.

Penang to Phuket, Van Van or Bus, New Asian Travel, Dec 26, 2025

Leonor J

Way too long. 3 hours more than it said.

Penang to Phuket, Van Van or Bus, New Asian Travel, Aug 2, 2024

Mike H

05:00 am we left, with an arrivaltime of 01:00 pm. Means it’s a journey for about 9 hours to Phuket.

Penang to Phuket, Van Van or Bus, New Asian Travel, Dec 21, 2023

Kieran

You should really change the description about large luggage. As I was asked, I booked 2 seats due to having 20kg luggage with me. Despite this, it wasn’t necessary and I payed double the price when I didn’t need to

Penang to Phuket, Van Van or Bus, New Asian Travel, Oct 26, 2023

Ady R

I missed my bus and they let me take the next one, with only a small extra fee, which was nice. However, when I changed vehicles to the connecting bus in Hat Yai, we had to wait about 3 hours. They did not inform anyone about this very long waiting time, and they should have done so, as it hugely affects someone's travel plans. I let it go because I was grateful that they let me take the next bus after I missed mine, however the other people were also very upset. First they wanted to make us wait 4 hours, then when we complained they changed it to 3. We changed vehicles twice. On the last bus, when we arrived in Phuket (my final destination), I very politely asked the staff-member if I could get out sooner than the last bus terminal, as it was a more convenient location for me. He completely refused to let me get off the vehicle, even though we stopped many times and other passengers got off, he actually would not allow me to get off the bus! That is crazy.

Penang to Phuket, Van Van or Bus, New Asian Travel, Oct 11, 2023

Igor C

Our flight was rescheduled from 2:40 pm to 6:60 pm and no one notified us . Then flight was late for more them one hour. This delay caused us many problem and ruined our plans for that afternoon.

Penang to Phuket, flight Economy, Firefly, Sep 28, 2022

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Penang to Phuket Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Flight	Juneyao Airlines	Economy	00:05	23:30	$348.94
Van	New Asian Travel	Van or Bus	04:45	15:45	$27.32
Van	New Asian Travel	Van or Bus	05:15	16:15	$29.80
Flight	AirAsia	Economy	05:45	15:55	$136.57
Flight	Batik Air Malaysia	Economy	06:25	13:30	$72.68
Flight	Batik Air Malaysia	Economy	06:50	13:30	$77.99
Flight	Cathay Pacific	Economy	07:30	18:20	$1,719.34
Flight	Cathay Pacific	Economy	07:55	18:35	$1,713.74
Flight	AirAsia	Economy	08:15	15:55	$130.06
Flight	AirAsia	Economy	08:40	15:05	$154.87
Flight	AirAsia	Economy	09:05	15:55	$127.94
Flight	AirAsia	Economy	09:30	14:00	$99.68
Flight	Malaysia Airlines	Economy	09:50	14:20	$65.61
Flight	Batik Air Malaysia	Economy	10:10	19:20	$66.54
Flight	Scoot	Economy	10:35	20:20	$67.96
Flight	AirAsia	Economy	10:55	17:35	$108.84
Flight	AirAsia	Economy	11:15	18:20	$192.23
Van	New Asian Travel	Van or Bus	11:35	22:35	$29.80
Van	New Asian Travel	Regional 14pax	12:00	23:00	$33.52
Flight	Malaysia Airlines	Economy	12:35	10:50	$81.04

Transportation Overview: Penang to Phuket

This route connects the northern Malaysian state to the southern Thai island. It facilitates travel between these two regional centers. The route from Penang to Phuket connects these key locations in Malaysia. Travelers can choose from multiple transport options, ranging from the bus+van for budget trips to the avia+charter for quicker arrivals.

Criteria	Information
Fastest Option	avia+charter (3h)
Most Budget-Friendly	bus+van (Starting at MYR 155)

Travel Duration and Distance

Parameter	Value
Land Distance	Approximately 125 km (78 miles)
Direct Flight Distance	125 km (78 miles)
Shortest Journey	3h
Longest Journey	25h

Travelers typically depart from the main terminal in Penang and arrive at the main terminal in Phuket.

Ticket Prices: Penang to Phuket

Fares vary by operator and season. New Asian Travel currently offers competitive rates.

Category	Description
Budget vs. Premium	bus+van offers the lowest entry price at MYR 155, while bus+van (up to MYR 163) ensures a higher level of comfort.
Availability	Tickets for bus+van and other modes are available for daily booking.

Practical Travel Tips

Topic	Details
Departure	Arrive at the main terminal in Penang at least 60 minutes before departure to complete the necessary immigration procedures for this cross-border journey.
Arrival	Upon arrival at the main terminal in Phuket, local transport options such as taxis and shuttle services are available for transit to various locations across the island.
General	Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months and check specific visa requirements before boarding the bus+van or avia+charter.

Returning to Penang

Return trips from Phuket to Penang are generally available via the same transport modes. We recommend checking the latest schedule for bus+van or avia+charter to ensure a smooth return journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is the land distance from Penang to Phuket?

The land distance between the two locations is approximately 125 km.

What is the fastest way to travel between Penang and Phuket?

The avia+charter is the quickest option, with the shortest journey taking approximately 3h.

What is the cheapest price for a ticket on this route?

The most budget-friendly option is the bus+van, with prices starting at MYR 155.

Transportation from Penang to Phuket

Popular Routes

Cheapest Transport	$37
Fastest Transport	11m
Earliest Departure	12:00 AM
Latest Departure	10:20 PM
Departures per day	135
Distance	10 kilometers
Transport Companies	AirAsia, AirAsia, Asian Overland Services, Batik Air Malaysia, KST Travel, Malaysia Airlines, New Asian Travel, Scoot, Siamese Trans, Singapore Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, TransBaanTon

Penang to Phuket