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Compare prices and tickets Segamat to Hat Yai by flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Segamat to Hat Yai
Malaysia
Thailand
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $51 (€41)
Distance 349 miles (563 km) |
Key Takeaways
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $51 (€41)
Bus from Segamat to Hat Yai Cross-Border Travel Information
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| General Information | Bus travel between Segamat (Malaysia) and Hat Yai (Thailand) is possible, usually with a transfer in Larkin or Kuala Lumpur; direct buses are rare. Buses stop at the border for immigration. |
| Visa Required | ✅ |
| Visa Requirement Details | Required for most nationalities except ASEAN citizens. |
| E-Visa | ✅ |
| E-Visa Details | For eligible nationalities (not available to Malaysians/ASEAN). |
| E-Visa Price | ~$40 USD (THB 1,900). |
| E-Visa Validity | 15 days from date of entry by land. |
| E-Visa Process | Apply online before travel; print approval letter. |
| E-Visa Link | https://www.thaievisa.go.th/ |
| Visa On Arrival (At The Border) | True. |
| Visa On Arrival (At The Border) Details | Available at Sadao border crossing for many nationalities (not Malaysians/ASEAN). |
| Visa On Arrival Validity | 15 days from date of entry by land. |
| Visa On Arrival Price | THB 2,000 (~$55 USD), cash only in Thai Baht. |
| Visa On Arrival Document Needed | Passport, completed application form, passport photo, proof of onward travel/funds may be requested. |
| Visa Validity | 15 days from entry by land crossing on VOA/e-visa; 30 days if visa-exempt or e-visa multiple-entry holders. |
| Where To Get On Arrival Visa | At Sadao Immigration checkpoint on the Thai side after exiting Malaysia’s Bukit Kayu Hitam checkpoint. |
| Border Crossing Time | 30 minutes–2 hours depending on queues and time of day/weekend/public holidays. |
| Passport Validity | Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay in Thailand. |
| Immigration Process | Exit Malaysia → Walk/bus to Thai immigration → Apply/get visa if needed → Get stamped into Thailand. Bus companies sometimes assist but you must handle your own documents and luggage through both checkpoints. |
| Luggage Check Or Custom Inspection | ✅ |
| Luggage Check Or Custom Inspection Details | Random checks possible but not always done; customs officers may ask to scan bags or open luggage especially when entering Thailand. Food/meat products often checked/restricted items confiscated if found. |
| Popular Borders Crossing By Bus | Bukit Kayu Hitam–Sadao is the main crossing used by buses between Peninsular Malaysia and southern Thailand/Hat Yai. |
| Money Needed Dollars? Local Money | Thai Baht required for visa fees and purchases at border; Malaysian Ringgit accepted on Malaysian side only. |
| Fees | ✅ |
| Fees Details | Visa-on-arrival fee THB 2,000 (~$55 USD); no official extra charges but unofficial “express” fees may be solicited—decline politely. |
| Direct Bus After Transfer | ❌ |
| Other Mode Of Transport To The Final Destination | Direct buses often require passengers to disembark with luggage at both borders then reboard same/different bus after clearing immigration/customs. |
| Food At Border | ✅ |
| Atm At Border | ✅ |
| Atm Details | ATMs available on both sides but can run out of cash or have connectivity issues—carry enough cash in small denominations. |
| Toilets At Border | ✅ |
| Toilets At Border Details | Basic toilets available at both checkpoints—cleanliness varies widely; bring tissue/toilet paper just in case. |
| Common Scams | Overcharging for visas/“express” processing fees (“tea money”), touts offering fake fast-track services outside official counters—ignore them and pay only inside official offices. |
| Tips For Smooth Trip | Have sufficient Thai Baht ready before arrival; Keep valuables with you during crossing; Double-check bus company name & number plate before reboarding; Carry printed hotel bookings/onward tickets as proof if asked; Arrive early morning to avoid long queues especially weekends/public holidays; Don’t accept help from unofficial touts outside buildings; Dress modestly & remain polite/friendly even under pressure. |
| Border Opening Hours | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily (Bukit Kayu Hitam/Sadao). |
| Border Opening Hours/ Details | If you arrive late evening/night you may need to wait until morning as border closes overnight—plan accordingly! |
| Travel Insurrance | Strongly recommended due to risk of petty theft/pickpocketing near busy crossings/bus stations/hotels near border towns like Danok/Sadao/Hat Yai/Jitra/Bukit Kayu Hitam/Larkin/Johor Bahru/Kuala Lumpur etc.; medical emergencies also easier handled with insurance coverage abroad! |
| Vaccination Certificates | Not required unless coming from yellow fever endemic countries—but COVID-19 vaccination certificate sometimes requested during outbreaks/travel advisories so check latest updates before departure! |
| Dress Appropriately | Dress modestly especially when dealing with officials—even though shorts/t-shirts are common among travelers avoid overly revealing clothing out of respect/smooth process! |
| Photos And Phones | No photography allowed inside immigration/customs areas—phones/cameras can be confiscated/fined if caught taking photos/videos inside buildings/counters/windows/desks etc.; use phones discreetly outside only! |
| Emergency Contact | Keep embassy numbers handy: Malaysia Embassy Bangkok +66-2-6296800, Thailand Embassy Kuala Lumpur +60-3-2148-8222, Your bus company hotline, Local police emergency: 191 (Thailand), 999/112 (Malaysia). |
FAQs: Bus from Segamat to Hat Yai
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Segamat to Hat Yai by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hat Yai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip to Hat Yai from Segamat is worth doing with a journey time of min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a flight to Hat Yai from Segamat.
No, the bus from Segamat to Hat Yai has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Segamat to Hat Yai.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Segamat to Hat Yai.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Segamat to Hat Yai.
No, luggage for the bus from Segamat to Hat Yai needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Segamat to Hat Yai.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Segamat to Hat Yai.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Segamat to Hat Yai.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Segamat to Hat Yai.
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