THE SHORT VERSION
Malacca to Hat Yai at a glance.
- From
- Malacca
- To
- Hat Yai หาดใหญ่
- Road distance
- About 679 km
- Straight line
- 571 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~8 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Hat Yai to Malacca →
- Border
- Malaysia → Thailand. Passport and visa rules apply
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Malacca
Malacca (Melaka) is a historic port city between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, with frequent buses to both. Long-distance buses use Melaka Sentral, about 4.5 km from the historic core.
- Melaka Sentral
The main bus terminal, about 4.5 km from the old town.
Arriving in Hat Yai
Buy tickets at the official counters, not through touts.
- Hat Yai Bus Station
Near CentralFestival. Buses across the south and to Bangkok. - Hat Yai Minivan Station
Minivans to towns across the south.
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.
- Buses to Penang and Kuala Lumpur cross the border at Sadao–Bukit Kayu Hitam. Check entry rules for Malaysia.
KEEP GOING
From Hat Yai, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Hat Yai
More buses from Malacca
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Malacca from Hat Yai by road?+
About 679 km by road (571 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Malacca to Hat Yai take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 h 15 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 Malacca?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Malacca include Melaka Sentral, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Hat Yai to Malacca?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Hat Yai to Malacca guide.
Where does the bus from Malacca arrive in Hat Yai?+
It depends on the operator. In Hat Yai, services use Hat Yai Bus Station, Hat Yai Minivan Station. Buy tickets at the official counters, not through touts.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Hat Yai?+
Buy tickets at the official counters, not through touts.
What kind of bus runs from Malacca to Hat Yai?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Malacca to Hat Yai 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 Hat Yai by bus?+
Direct buses from Hat Yai include Penang (George Town), Krabi Town, Ao Nang, Donsak, Surat Thani and more. See all connections on our Hat Yai bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Malacca to Hat Yai?+
This journey crosses from Malaysia into Thailand. 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). Station information reviewed 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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