Phuket to Penang

Phuket to Penang

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Phuket to Penang Destination Reviews

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There were 2 separate buses and bus drivers. There was a change of bus in Hat Yai. The first bus and bus driver were excellent. So my review is about the second part of the trip.
Phuket to Penang, Van Minibus + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Apr 25, 2025
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Phuket to Penang Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
06:30
13:40
$133.32
Van
KST Travel
Minibus + Van
07:00
20:00
$32.64
  4.3
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
07:30
21:20
$300.47
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
07:55
13:35
$107.20
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
08:15
17:10
$102.50
Flight
Sichuan Airlines
Economy
08:35
23:10
$391.44
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
09:00
18:25
$142.22
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
09:20
18:25
$129.96
Flight
Scoot
Economy
09:40
15:10
$68.26
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
10:00
16:10
$111.19
Flight
Malaysia Airlines
Economy
10:20
19:35
$431.24
Flight
Scoot
Economy
10:55
20:20
$80.01
Flight
HK Express
Economy
11:15
23:15
$376.14
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
11:40
21:10
$242.00
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
12:00
20:35
$109.82
Flight
Cathay Pacific
Economy
12:20
11:05
$1,698.84
Flight
Bangkok Airways
Economy
12:45
21:20
$258.39
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
13:15
08:20
$142.96
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
13:35
18:15
$93.34
Flight
Batik Air Malaysia
Economy
13:55
22:00
$157.70

How to get from Phuket to Penang

When you want to get from Phuket to Penang, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 760.50. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 73.31.

How far is Phuket from Penang?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phuket to Penang. Your trip will be a total of 529 miles (851 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 km).

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

The travel time from Phuket to Penang can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 26 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Penang?

The cost of the trip from Phuket to Penang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Firefly: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 73.31 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 760.50.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Phuket to Penang:

  • Bus+Van price: USD 43.32. From Phuket to Penang starting from 07:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 07:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • Plane tickets - USD 73.31 to USD 573.03;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 444.83 to USD 760.51.

How many trips per day are there between Phuket and Penang?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Phuket to Penang depart during the day - there are approximately 82 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Phuket to Penang any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Phuket to Penang. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 73.31.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Phuket to Penang

AirAsia, AirAsia, Firefly, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Scoot, Scoot, Singapore Airlines, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Phuket to Penang. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 444.83.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Phuket to Penang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Phuket to Penang? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 91% chosen Bus+Van
  • 9% users took a plane.

Transportation from Phuket to Penang

Facts about the transport from Phuket to Penang

Cheapest Transport$44
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure9:20 PM
Departures per day100
Distance851 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirAsia, AirAsia, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Firefly, Firefly, KST Travel, Malaysia Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Scoot, Singapore Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways