How to travel from Langkawi to Pangkor Island, Malaysia
The distance between Langkawi and Pangkor Island is around 311km (194 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Langkawi to Pangkor Island by ferry, bus, train and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Pangkor Island → Langkawi if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Pangkor (PKG).
- Duration2h 25m
- Flight time2h 10m
- Typical costMYR 335($76)
Malindo Airways
+ 3 others4 similiar routes
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Ferry to Swettenham Pier, bus
Take a ferry to Swettenham Pier and then to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal then take the bus to Terminal Lumut then take a ferry to Sungai Pinang Ferry Terminal.
- Duration6h 40m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costMYR 120($27)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry, Train and Bus
Take a ferry to Kuala Kedah then take the train to Butterworth then take the bus to Terminal Lumut then take a ferry to Sungai Pinang Ferry Terminal.
- Duration6h 25m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costMYR 80($18)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Langkawi and Pangkor Island
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Langkawi to Pangkor Island by ferry, bus, train and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around MYR 71 ($16) and will take around 6h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MYR 335 ($76).
The distance between Langkawi and Pangkor Island is around 311km (194 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 253km (157 miles)
It takes around 6h 45m to get from Langkawi and Pangkor Island by ferry and bus.
The quickest way to get from Langkawi to Pangkor Island is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx MYR 335 ($76).
The cheapest way to travel between Langkawi and Pangkor Island is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around MYR 71 ($16) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Langkawi and Pangkor Island. We recommend that you fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Pangkor (PKG). instead which will take 2h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Langkawi and Pangkor Island. We recommend that you fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Pangkor (PKG). instead which will take 2h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Langkawi and Pangkor Island. Flights depart from Langkawi (LGK) and arrive at Pangkor (PKG) - via Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB). The flight takes around 2h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Langkawi to Pangkor Island. There is however a flight that goes via Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB). This services will take at least 2h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Langkawi to Pangkor Island typically takes around 2h 10m. Flights depart from Langkawi (LGK) and and arrive into Pangkor (PKG).
The closest major airport to Pangkor Island is Ipoh Airport (IPH) (IPH) which is approximately 70km (44 miles) from Pangkor Island. Penang International Airport (PEN) (PEN) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) (SZB) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Langkawi to Pangkor Island. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kuala Perlis then take the bus to Terminal Lumut then take a ferry to Sungai Pinang Ferry Terminal. instead which will take 6h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Langkawi to Pangkor Island is to take a ferry and then take the bus which takes, on average, 6h 45m and will usually cost around MYR 71 ($16).
Compare travel optionsbetween Langkawi and Pangkor Island
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 2h 25m | MYR 335($76) | on demand | 592km (368 miles) |
| Fly to Ipoh (IPH), bus and ferry | 4h 15m | MYR 455($105) | every 4 hours | 385km (239 miles) |
| Plane, Bus and Ferry | 5h 35m | MYR 230($52) | every 4 hours | 404km (251 miles) |
| Fly to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB), bus and ferry | 6h 30m | MYR 370($83) | every 2 hours | 683km (424 miles) |
| Fly to Kuala Lumpur (KUL), bus and ferry | 6h 35m | MYR 255($58) | 4 times a day | 730km (454 miles) |
Ferry to Swettenham Pier, bus + 1 similar | 6h 40m | MYR 120($27) | twice daily | 311km (194 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 6h 45m | MYR 71($16) | once daily | 363km (226 miles) |
Ferry, Train and Bus | 6h 25m | MYR 80($18) | twice daily | 362km (225 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Langkawi and Pangkor Island
Bus companies
Sri Maju
Express Kesatuan
Sri Maju Group
Sri Maju Group SG
Billion Stars Express
Airlines
Malindo Airways
KrasAvia
Firefly
AirAsia
Malaysia Airlines
Ferry operators
Langkawi Ferry Line
Pangkor Lumut Ekspres Feri
Super Fast Ferry Ventures
Rapid Ferry
Train operators
KTM Komuter
Airports near Pangkor Island
The following major airports near Pangkor Island offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Malaysia and internationally.
Ipoh Airport (IPH)
- Distance
- 70km (44 miles) from Pangkor Island
Penang International Airport (PEN)
- Distance
- 123km (76 miles) from Pangkor Island
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
- Distance
- 165km (102 miles) from Pangkor Island