Padang Besar (Thailand-Malaysia)

About Padang Besar (Thailand-Malaysia) Border Crossing

The Padang Besar (Thailand-Malaysia) is a land border crossing between Thailand and Malaysia, located in Southeast Asia. This crossing point connects Hat Yai with Perlis and is popular with Backpackers, Road Trippers, Cross-border Shoppers.

Wait Time Expectations

Average crossing time at Padang Besar (Thailand-Malaysia) ranges from 30 to 90 minutes under normal conditions. However, wait times can vary significantly based on time of day, day of week, and season.

Best Time to Cross

To minimize your wait time at Padang Besar (Thailand-Malaysia), consider crossing during these optimal times: 06:00-07:00, 14:00-16:00. Avoid peak hours which are typically 08:00-10:00 and 17:00-19:00.

Crossing Tips

• Prepare passport and visa documents in advance
• Avoid weekends and public holidays
• Currency exchange available on both sides
• Train crossing also available

Available Facilities

At the Padang Besar (Thailand-Malaysia) border crossing, you'll find: ATM, Currency Exchange, Shops, Restrooms.

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