THE SHORT VERSION
Hat Yai to Alor Setar at a glance.
- From
- Hat Yai หาดใหญ่
- Road distance
- About 106 km
- Straight line
- 99 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
- Border
- Thailand → Malaysia. Passport and visa rules apply
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Hat Yai
Hat Yai is southern Thailand's largest city and the main hub for buses to the deep south and Malaysia. It has a main bus station and a separate minivan station.
- Hat Yai Bus Station
Near CentralFestival. Buses across the south and to Bangkok. - Hat Yai Minivan Station
Minivans to towns across the south.
Arriving in Alor Setar
Ask the seller where the service ends in Alor Setar. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Alor Setar, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Alor Setar
More buses from Hat Yai
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Hat Yai from Alor Setar by road?+
About 106 km by road (99 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Hat Yai to Alor Setar take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Hat Yai?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Hat Yai include Hat Yai Bus Station, Hat Yai Minivan Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Alor Setar to Hat Yai?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Alor Setar to Hat Yai as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Hat Yai arrive in Alor Setar?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of vehicle runs from Hat Yai to Alor Setar?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Hat Yai to Alor Setar bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Alor Setar by bus?+
Direct buses from Alor Setar include Ipoh, Kota Bharu, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Johor Bahru and more. See all connections on our Alor Setar bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Hat Yai to Alor Setar?+
This journey crosses from Thailand into Malaysia. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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