How to travel from Langkawi to Tioman Island, Malaysia

The distance between Langkawi and Tioman Island is around 717km (445 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 60m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Langkawi to Tioman Island by ferry, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Tioman IslandLangkawi if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Tioman (TOD).

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Flight time2h 45m
  • Typical cost
    MYR 380($86)
Operated by

Malindo Airways

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3 similiar routes

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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Kuala Perlis then take the bus to Mersing Jetty then take a ferry to Kampung Tekek.

  • Duration15h 25m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    MYR 150($34)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Langkawi and Tioman Island

There are several options for getting from Langkawi to Tioman Island by ferry, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around MYR 150 ($34) and will take around 15h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MYR 380 ($86).

The distance between Langkawi and Tioman Island is around 717km (445 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 627km (389 miles)

It takes around 15h 25m to get from Langkawi and Tioman Island by ferry and bus.

The quickest way to get from Langkawi to Tioman Island is to fly which takes around 2h 60m and will set you back approx MYR 380 ($86).

The cheapest way to travel between Langkawi and Tioman Island is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around MYR 150 ($34) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Langkawi and Tioman Island. We recommend that you fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Tioman (TOD). instead which will take 2h 60m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Langkawi and Tioman Island. We recommend that you fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Tioman (TOD). instead which will take 2h 60m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Langkawi and Tioman Island. Flights depart from Langkawi (LGK) and arrive at Tioman (TOD) - via Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB). The flight takes around 2h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Langkawi to Tioman Island. There is however a flight that goes via Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB). This services will take at least 2h 60m (not including layover time).

The flight from Langkawi to Tioman Island typically takes around 2h 45m. Flights depart from Langkawi (LGK) and and arrive into Tioman (TOD).

The closest major airport to Tioman Island is Senai International Airport (JHB) (JHB) which is approximately 142km (88 miles) from Tioman Island. Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) (KUA) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) (KUL) 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 Tioman Island. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kuala Perlis then take the bus to Mersing Jetty then take a ferry to Kampung Tekek. instead which will take 15h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Langkawi to Tioman Island is to take a ferry and then take the bus which takes, on average, 15h 25m and will usually cost around MYR 150 ($34).

How do I get from Langkawi to Tioman Island

Compare travel optionsbetween Langkawi and Tioman Island

Transport options from Langkawi to Tioman Island
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
2h 60m
MYR 380($86)
on demand717km (445 miles)
Ferry and Plane4h 30m
MYR 375($84)
twice daily730km (453 miles)
Fly to Senai (JHB), bus and ferry5h 35m
MYR 385($87)
once daily919km (571 miles)
Plane, Bus and Ferry6h 35m
MYR 495($110)
once daily983km (611 miles)
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar
15h 25m
MYR 150($34)
once daily922km (573 miles)
Ferry to Swettenham Pier, bus15h 40m
MYR 250($56)
once daily861km (535 miles)

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Airports near Tioman Island

The following major airports near Tioman Island offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Malaysia and internationally.

JHB
Senai International Airport (JHB)
International Airport
Distance
142km (88 miles) from Tioman Island
KUA
Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
152km (94 miles) from Tioman Island
KUL
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
International Airport
Distance
273km (169 miles) from Tioman Island