The cheapest and fastest buses from Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
5 h 46 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong without transferring at least once.






Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €134.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€15 Average price Cheapest | €251 Average price |
6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 25m Average total duration 18h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Hat Yai | 5h46 | 2:46 PM Tesco Tanjung Pinang | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Hat Yai | 6h40 | 6:40 PM Tesco Tanjung Pinang | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Hat Yai | 6h52 | 10:12 PM Tesco Tanjung Pinang | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 46m |
First bus 09:00 |
Last bus 15:20 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong start from as low as $18 (€15) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $18 (€15) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: New Asian Travel from Hat Yai to Tanjung TokongYou can travel by bus between Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong with New Asian Travel for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Bus from Hat Yai to Tanjung Tokong Cross-Border Travel Information
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Visa Required | ❌ |
| E-Visa | ❌ |
| E-Visa Link | https://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/entry-requirement-into-malaysia.html |
| Visa On Arrival (At The Border) | ❌ |
| Visa On Arrival (At The Border) Details | Not available for Thai-Malaysia land border crossings; visa on arrival not applicable to most travelers except special cases (e.g., Indian/Chinese nationals arriving from Singapore only). |
| Visa On Arrival Document Needed | Passport, completed arrival/departure card. |
| Visa Validity | 30–90 days depending on nationality (Thai: 30 days, others: check requirements). |
| Where To Get On Arrival Visa | Directly at the Malaysian immigration counter after exiting Thailand. |
| Border Crossing Time | 15–60 minutes depending on queues and time of day. |
| Passport Validity | Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date into Malaysia. |
| Immigration Process | Exit Thailand → Walk or drive to Malaysian side → Present passport and arrival card → Get entry stamp. Bus companies usually guide passengers through process. |
| Luggage Check Or Custom Inspection | ✅ |
| Luggage Check Or Custom Inspection Details | Random checks possible but not frequent; customs may scan bags or ask questions about goods/alcohol/tobacco limits. |
| Bus Companies | Sri Maju, Konsortium Bas Ekspres, Plusliner, Alisan Golden Coach Express, Super Nice Express, KKKL Express. |
| Money Needed Dollars? Local Money | Malaysian Ringgit needed for purchases in Malaysia; Thai Baht accepted in some shops near border but poor rates. Visa-free so no fee required for most nationalities traveling this route by bus. |
| Fees | ❌ |
| Fees Details | No official fees if visa-exempt; only pay if you overstay or need a special permit (rare). Some buses may charge a small "border service" fee (~10–20 THB), unofficially collected by staff as a tip/service charge but not mandatory nor official government fee. |
| Direct Bus After Transfer | ✅ |
| Food At Border | ✅ |
| Atm At Border | ATMs available at Bukit Kayu Hitam town center (~1 km walk from checkpoint); sometimes ATM inside duty-free complex just past Malaysian immigration—carry cash as backup due to occasional outages/out-of-service machines. |
| Atm Details | ATMs are present but can be out of order—bring some cash just in case! |
| Toilets At Border | ✅ |
| Toilets At Border Details | Toilets available on both sides of the border post—basic cleanliness standards only; bring tissue paper/sanitizer as supplies may run out during busy periods. |
| Common Scams | Overcharging currency exchange rates at unofficial booths/kiosks; Fake "express lane" offers by touts outside official counters; Unlicensed taxi drivers offering overpriced rides onward; Bus company staff asking for unnecessary "border processing fees." |
| Tips For Smooth Trip | Keep your valuables with you during crossing; Double-check your belongings before reboarding; Have hotel address ready for Malaysian arrival card; Avoid changing large sums of money at the border—use ATMs/banks instead when possible; Be polite and patient with officials even if queues are long. |
| Border Opening Hours | Open 24 hours daily (Sadao/Bukit Kayu Hitam). |
| Border Opening Hours/ Details | Peak times: early morning & late afternoon weekends/public holidays can see longer waits due to tour groups/shopping traffic. |
| Travel Insurrance | Strongly recommended especially if carrying valuables/luggage—petty theft/pickpocketing occasionally reported around crowded checkpoints/bus stations. |
| Vaccination Certificates | Not required unless coming from yellow fever endemic countries within last 6 days prior entry into Malaysia/Thailand—check latest health advisories before travel! |
| Dress Appropriately | Dress modestly/respectfully especially when dealing with officials—not strictly enforced but helps avoid unwanted attention/questions ("smart casual" preferred). |
| Photos And Phones | No photography allowed inside immigration/customs areas—phones/cameras must be put away until outside building perimeter! |
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