THE SHORT VERSION
Hat Yai to Bukit Kayu Hitam at a glance.
- From
- Hat Yai หาดใหญ่
- Road distance
- About 63 km
- Straight line
- 56 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~45 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 Bukit Kayu Hitam
Ask the seller where the service ends in Bukit Kayu Hitam. 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 Bukit Kayu Hitam, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Hat Yai from Bukit Kayu Hitam by road?+
About 63 km by road (56 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Hat Yai to Bukit Kayu Hitam take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 45 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 Bukit Kayu Hitam to Hat Yai?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Bukit Kayu Hitam to Hat Yai as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Hat Yai arrive in Bukit Kayu Hitam?+
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 Bukit Kayu Hitam?+
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 Bukit Kayu Hitam 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 Bukit Kayu Hitam by bus?+
Direct buses from Bukit Kayu Hitam include Johor Bahru. See all connections on our Bukit Kayu Hitam bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Hat Yai to Bukit Kayu Hitam?+
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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