THE SHORT VERSION
Hat Yai to Sungai Petani at a glance.
- From
- Hat Yai หาดใหญ่
- Road distance
- About 163 km
- Straight line
- 152 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
- Border
- Thailand → Malaysia. Passport and visa needed
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 Sungai Petani
Ask the seller where the service ends in Sungai Petani. 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 Sungai Petani, the road continues.
12Go's list doesn't include onward buses from Sungai Petani yet.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Hat Yai from Sungai Petani by road?+
About 163 km by road (152 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Hat Yai to Sungai Petani take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 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 Sungai Petani to Hat Yai?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Sungai Petani to Hat Yai as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Hat Yai arrive in Sungai Petani?+
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 bus runs from Hat Yai to Sungai Petani?+
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 Hat Yai to Sungai Petani 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.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Hat Yai to Sungai Petani?+
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.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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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