| Operator | Class | Travel Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Firstplan Transport Services | SUV 4pax | 4h | $216.53 | |
Smart En Plus | Economy 3pax | 4h | $98.99 | |
AEC 168 Transport and Travel | Economy 3pax | 4h 5m | $140.13 | |
Firstplan Transport Services | Van 10pax | 4h | $337.17 | |
AEC 168 Transport and Travel | Van 9pax | 4h 5m | $253.80 | |
AEC 168 Transport and Travel | SUV 4pax | 4h 5m | $174.77 | |
Gosafe Transport | Van 9pax | 4h 5m | $247.62 | |
KST Travel | Minivan 8pax | 4h | $170.44 |
Undoubtedly more convenient than public transportation but predictably more expensive travelling from Hat Yai to Penang by taxi transfer is a good choice if you wish to get to your destination with less hassle possible. There are taxi of different size, class, comfort level and price offering your charter door-to-door service to suit every taste and pocket. With an easy and straightforward online booking, it is a quick and smooth process. Book your taxi in advance to ensure you get your transport when you need it.
With the following operators – – all offering taxi from Hat Yai to Penang – it is a good idea to read other travellers’ reviews before you make your choice. It will help you to figure out what to expect from your trip: how long the ride will take, how clean the car is, how professional the drivers are and much more.
The overland distance to Penang from Hat Yai is 184 km.
Taxis transfer normally require less time than buses or vans to cover the same distance as they often travel at higher speed and may skip en route stops if you do not need any. In any case expect your journey by taxi to Penang to take between 4h and 5h hours. If you are planning any detours or toilet or lunch stops, remember to calculate some extra time for that. If travelling by night, during rainy or snowy weather, rush hour or on weekends, traffic jams may add extra time to your journey. Never plan tight connections with flights, ferries, or trains – allow enough time to arrive.
Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส) report the shortest travel time promising to bring you to Penang in 4h hours while the slowest operator is Easyride Services.
The cost of your taxi transfer will depend on the operator and the type of the vehicle you choose. Very often, there is little or no difference in price between a car accommodating three passengers and a van good for up to 9 pax. The latter offers much more comfort in the sense of legroom and luggage space, so even if you are not a large party, it is still worth checking the price for both options before making your choice. Note that on some routes – especially to and from the airports – there may be an additional fee for each piece of luggage. On the positive side, remember that during certain periods or on some routes, taxi charter companies may offer free class upgrade – book the cheapest economy ride and get a larger car.
The lowest charter taxi rate from Hat Yai to Penang is provided by AEC 168 Transport and Travel (เออีซี 168 ทรานสปอร์ต แอนด์ ทราเวล). The maximum rate is USD 387.74 if you opt for Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส).
| Cheapest Taxi | $162 |
| Fastest Taxi | 4h |
| Earliest Taxi | 12:00 ночи |
| Latest Taxi | 12:00 ночи |
| Daily Taxi Routes | 9 |
| Distance | 184 kilometers |
| Taxi Companies | AEC 168 Transport and Travel, Easyride Services, Firstplan Transport Services, Gosafe Transport |