Ipoh, the gateway to the Cameron Highlands hill station is a city in Northwestern Malaysia by the river Kinta. Ipoh's location between George Town and Kuala Lumpur has made it a major land transportation hub. Recently, Ipoh's tourist destinations have been popularised because of the efforts taken to conserve its British colonial-era architecture. The city is also known for its delicious cuisine, natural attractions and it has managed to remain one of the cleanest cities in Malaysia. On the other hand, Hatyai is the largest metropolitan city in the Southern province of Thailand. The city is the leading center for tourism and shopping. It has an important Buddhist temple and is home to the third-largest reclining statue in the world. People travel for long hours from different parts of the world just to pay their respects to the statue.
The distance between Ipoh to Hatyai is 336 km by road which is covered by a number of buses. Around four coach companies provide prepaid bus services from Ipoh to Hatyai to complete 5 hours 30 minutes of road journey. However, travelers can choose from a fleet of buses plying on this route.
Traveling from Ipoh to Hatyai has been made comfortable and easy by the use of buses. In comparison to other modes of travel, travelers commonly prefer using buses for its convenience and economical options.
Ipoh to Hatyai Bus Details
There are popular operators like Sri Manju Express, Kesatuan Express, Sri Cheven Express, and many more who provide services all throughout the day. Buses operating on this route are well-equipped with comfortable and clean seating arrangements.
The first bus leaves around 8 am from Ipoh Amanjaya, the integrated bus terminal in Bandar Meru Raya, just north of the city to Hatyai, whereas the last bus leaves at around 10 pm. Most of the buses plying on this route are known for their punctuality and comfort. Commuters can also board the bus from allocated pick up points by the coach company.
Ipoh to Hatyai bus tickets can be booked online for a minimum price of RM 55 approximately. The category of buses that are available while booking includes SVIP, executive, standard, seater and many more. Travelers can choose their preferred buses and travel with ease.
Travelers usually prefer traveling during the day because of the picturesque route taken by the bus making the ride worthwhile, relating to nothing less than an effortless travel getaway. The bus reaches the destination within 5 hours 30 minutes which gives them an ample amount of time to freshen up and go sightseeing in the evening.
Things to do in Hatyai
There are innumerable things one can do in Hatyai. Travelers can get around using a taxi, songthaew, motorbike, and one can also rent a car. Here is a list of attractions that people could visit:
- Wat Hat Yai Nai Temple
- Jatukam Shrine
- Kim Yong Market
- Asean trade bazaar
- Greenway Night Market
- Namtok Ton Nga Chang
- Kho Hong Mountain
- Magic Museum Hatyai by Black Crystal
- Phra Maha Chedi Tripob Trimongkol
- Ton Nga Chang Waterfall
- Khlong Hae Floating Market
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