Malaysia – Thailand Border Opening & Closing Hours
Traveling between Malaysia and Thailand by land is convenient with several border checkpoints available. Each checkpoint operates on different hours and conditions depending on traffic, regulations, and location. Below are the main border crossings along with key notes and reference tables for planning your journey.
1. Bukit Kayu Hitam / Changlun – Dannok / Sadao
Busy main crossing with heavy traffic during peak periods.
| Malaysia Border | Thailand Border | Opening Hours | Closing Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bukit Kayu Hitam / Changlun | Dannok / Sadao | 6.00 AM (Malaysian Hour) | 12.00 AM (Malaysian Hour) |
2. Padang Besar Malaysia – Padang Besar Thailand
Rail + road crossing, less congested.
| Malaysia Border | Thailand Border | Opening Hours | Closing Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Padang Besar (Malaysia) | Padang Besar (Thailand) | 6.00 AM (Malaysian Hour) | 10.00 PM (Malaysian Hour) |
3. Wang Kelian – Wang Prachan
Quiet crossing with minimal traffic.
| Malaysia Border | Thailand Border | Opening Hours | Closing Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wang Kelian | Wang Prachan | 8.00 AM (Malaysian Hour) | 7.00 PM (Malaysian Hour) |
4. Durian Burung / Kota Putra – Ban Pakrob
Local crossing with light traffic.
| Malaysia Border | Thailand Border | Opening Hours | Closing Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durian Burung / Kota Putra | Ban Pakrob | 8.00 AM (Malaysian Hour) | 7.00 PM (Malaysian Hour) |
5. Pengkalan Hulu / Bukit Berapit – Betong
Popular scenic route into Betong.
| Malaysia Border | Thailand Border | Opening Hours | Closing Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pengkalan Hulu / Bukit Berapit | Betong | 6.00 AM (Malaysian Hour) | 11.00 PM (Malaysian Hour) |
6. Bukit Bunga – Ban Buketa
East coast crossing with lower traffic.
| Malaysia Border | Thailand Border | Opening Hours | Closing Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bukit Bunga | Ban Buketa | 6.00 AM (Malaysian Hour) | 5.00 PM (Malaysian Hour) |
7. Rantau Panjang – Sungai Kolok
Busy pedestrian-friendly crossing with markets nearby.
| Malaysia Border | Thailand Border | Opening Hours | Closing Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rantau Panjang | Sungai Kolok | 6.00 AM (Malaysian Hour) | 10.00 PM (Malaysian Hour) |
8. Pengkalan Kubor – Tak Bai
Ferry-based crossing connecting Kelantan and Narathiwat.
| Malaysia Border | Thailand Border | Opening Hours | Closing Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pengkalan Kubor | Tak Bai | 6.00 AM (Malaysian Hour) | 7.00 PM (Malaysian Hour) |
Always verify the latest operating hours before your trip, as border timings may change due to public holidays, policy updates, or local conditions.