Exactly How To Get The Ferry From Kuala Perlis to Langkawi [2023]

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If you’re wanting to know exactly how to get the ferry from Kuala Perlis to Langkawi, then you are in the right place!

Known as the Jewel of Kedah, Langkawi is one of Malaysia’s top holiday destinations. It’s composed of 99 islands in Malaysia’s northwestern coast, and this tropical paradise boasts pristine beaches, jungle-clad hills, breathtaking waterfalls, and lush flora and fauna.

But before you get to enjoy Langkawi, you need to get there!

Below, I describe exactly how to get the ferry to Langkawi from Kuala Perlis by sharing everything you need to know. This guide includes the departure point for the ferry – Kuala Perlis to Langkawi, where you arrive in Langkawi, details on the Kuala Perlis to Langkawi ferry time schedule as well as the price for a ferry ticket and how to buy one.

Plus if you’re warning to take the ferry from Kuala Perlis to Langkawi with car, then you’re in luck because I even cover the details for the Kuala Perlis car ferry to Langkawi as well.

I also describe the return Langkawi to Kuala Perlis ferry schedule.

Let’s start!

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Map: Kuala Perlis to Langkawi Ferry

Kuala Perlis to Langkawi map
Click the Map to open in Google Maps. You can then access directions to each of the locations discussed in this article.

This map will show you how you can get a ferry – Kuala Perlis – Langkawi.

Note that the distance between these two places is 36.9 kilometres. Approximate Perlis Langkawi ferry travel time is 1 hour.

Ferry From Kuala Perlis to Langkawi

Langkawi Ferry Line is the company that operates the ferry – Perlis to Langkawi. The ferry departs at Kuala Perlis Jetty/Port, and arrives at Kuah Jetty in Langkawi.

From Kuala Perlis jetty to Langkawi, these ferries sail up to 4 times a day. Travel time is approximately an hour and 15 minutes, and the cost of a one-way ticket is RM 18.

If you’re taking the car ferry to Langkawi from Kuala Perlis, there are roll-on-roll-off ferries that operate between Kuala Perlis and Langkawi. The Langkawi RoRo Ferry Services and Langkawi Auto Express run the Kuala Perlis car ferry to Langkawi, which operates once or twice daily, depending on the season and demand.

Ferry From Kuala Perlis To Langkawi Schedule

In terms of the schedule of the Langkawi ferry Kuala Perlis, hourly trips are available from 7 am to 7 pm. Note that schedules can change at any time. The Kuala Perlis to Langkawi ferry duration is approximately an hour and 15 minutes.

It is recommended that you double the check the Kuala Perlis Langkawi ferry before your trip.

Click here to see the latest schedules.

Kuala Perlis to Langkawi Ferry Price

The ferry from Kuala Perlis to Langkawi costs around RM 18 per adult. To avoid long queues and the hassle of buying your tickets at the jetty, you can purchase your online ferry ticket from Kuala Perlis to Langkawi in advance.

The car ferry from Kuala Perlis to Langkawi price depends on your vehicle size and number of passengers. But usually, for a small vehicle, the car ferry fare from Kuala Perlis to Langkawi starts at RM348 with driver and accompanying passenger. Meanwhile, for motorcycles, a ferry ticket to Langkawi from Kuala Perlis costs RM140.

I recommend that you purchase your ferry from Perlis to Langkawi tickets beforehand especially if you plan to travel during weekends or the peak season.  You can do an online booking ferry Kuala Perlis to Langkawi beforehand.

Click here to see the latest fares and to make your ferry from Kuala Perlis to Langkawi online booking.

Return Ferry: Langkawi to Kuala Perlis

Now, if you want to take the ferry from Langkawi to Kuala Perlis,  all you need to do is to take the transportation options we’ve mentioned above in reverse.

Ferries run daily from Kuah Ferry Terminal Langkawi. The Langkawi to Kuala Perlis ferry time runs from 7:30 am to 7 pm. The cost for a one-way fare for the Langkawi ferry to Kuala Perlis is RM 18 per adult.

Meanwhile, if you’re after a Langkawi car ferry to Kuala Perlis, two different car ferries are offered by Langkawi Auto Express or Langkawi RoRo Ferry Services. A Langkawi – Kuala Perlis ferry leaves once or twice daily, depending on the season and demand.

Final Words

So there you have it! In this post, I’ve covered how you can take the Perlis ferry to Langkawi, and the car ferry from Kuala Perlis to Langkawi (and vice versa!)

As I’ve shown you, getting to and from these destinations isn’t difficult. Just follow these tips that we have mentioned above, and you’re well on your way to your trip.

I hope you found this guide to Kuala Perlis to Langkawi by ferry useful.  If you’re coming to Langkawi from Alor Setar check out our guide here or click here for other places in Langkawi. You can also find our full guide on things to do in Langkawi here, and tips on the best Langkawi resorts here.

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By Sharon Gourlay

Sharon is an Australian who has fallen in love with Malaysia! She explores Malaysia multiple times a year, often with her kids, and has previously lived in Penang.