How to Get From Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands
Train via Tapah Road · Bus · Train · Private
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In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 200 kilometre (124 miles) distance from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands. By the end of this guide, you'll know exactly how to get there — whether you want to travel on a budget, reach Cameron Highlands as fast as possible, or enjoy the ride in comfort. We base our information on verified schedules, ticket prices, and on-the-ground insights from recent travellers.
What are the 4 ways to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands?
There are four ways to travel the 200 km distance from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands. You can choose between the train via Tapah Road, bus, train, and private.
The journey takes between 1h 40m–4h 30m and the quickest way is by train via Tapah Road (1h 40m). If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by train via Tapah Road with tickets starting at 44 MYR ($11).
3h 40m
44 MYR ($11)
4h 30m
47 MYR ($12)
5h 40m
67 MYR ($17)
4 hours
600 MYR ($155)
Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands by Train via Tapah Road
Tapah is a laidback town located 70 km south of Cameron Highlands. There’s not much to do in the town itself. There are a couple of waterfalls on its outskirts, but they’re still at least an hour away.
The one advantage of making a stopover in Tapah Road though is that combined fares are cheaper.
Step 1: Kuala Lumpur to Tapah Road by Train
At least 13 trains operate from KL Sentral Station in Kuala Lumpur to Tapah Road daily. They depart almost every hour from 07:05 to 22:45. Travel time is more or less 2 hours and ticket costs start 29 MYR ($7.40).
For the latest schedules, we recommend checking the KTM website beforehand. You can also buy your train tickets from there.
Step 2: Tapah Road to Cameron Highlands by Bus
Booking Tip
From Tapah Bus Terminal, only Regal Bus operates trips to Cameron Highlands daily. A ticket costs around 15 MYR ($3.80) and you can buy them at the bus station.
The buses park at Tanah Rata Bus Terminal in Cameron Highlands city centre.
Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands by Bus
There are several bus companies operating from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands. These buses depart from Kuala Lumpur Bus Terminal (TBS) almost every hour from 08:30 to 17:30. The travel time is between 4h 30m, depending on traffic.
You can buy your ticket at the bus terminal, but be aware that they can sell out fast on weekends and holidays.
Another option is to book online via BookAway or 12go.Asia. Currently, there are 2 options available for online booking. You can see their schedules and corresponding links in the table below:
Bus Schedule from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands
Booking Tip
A bus ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands costs 47 MYR ($12) when you book online. We recommend booking with BookAway if you don’t want to pay an extra booking fee.
The buses arrive at Tanah Rata Bus Terminal in the Cameron Highlands town centre.
Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands by Train
You have two options when travelling by train from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands: via Ipoh or Tapah Road. The train is a good option if you plan on checking out any of these 2 locations, but if not, you may be better off taking the bus.
Ipoh is a vibrant town with many interesting attractions. Known as the gateway to Cameron Highlands, we think it’s best to make a stopover here if you’re really keen on taking the train.
The train route via Tapah Road is cheaper, but you really won’t have much to do in this quiet town. But if your goal is just to take the train and not make any other side trips, this might be the better option for you.
Not sure which train route to take? Read on for a more detailed guide.
Step 1: Kuala Lumpur to Ipoh by Train
Step 2: Ipoh to Cameron Highlands by Bus
From Ipoh Train Station, you’ll need to head to Amanjaya Terminal. To get there, you can take a 15-minute taxi or a 50-minute bus ride. Fares start from 30 MYR ($7.60) and 4 MYR ($1.00), respectively.
Buses bound for the Cameron Highlands depart from Amanjaya from 08:00-18:30 daily. Perak Transit, CS Travel, and Unititi Express are the bus companies you can choose from. Ticket prices start from 22 MYR ($5.60) if you choose to buy them at the terminal.
If you prefer to book them beforehand online on BookAway, you can get a ticket for 34 MYR ($8.70). A couple of dollars more expensive, but it can be really helpful if you are travelling on a busy day.
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Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands by Taxi
If you’re travelling with a small group, there is also the option to take a taxi from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands. You can get a car or a minivan that can fit up to 7 people for rates between 600 MYR ($155) to 645 MYR ($165).
You can ask your hotel for help with booking one, but we highly recommend just booking online via BookAway. It’s more convenient, you’ll be assured of a spacious car, and BookAway also provides good customer service. Just click the link below.
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands. If there's anything else you're wondering about, drop us a comment and we'll do our best to answer you within a few days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The distance from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands is 200 km.
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Why Visit Cameron Highlands?
Cameron Highlands is a picturesque hill station in Pahang, which enjoys a cooler climate than most states in Malaysia. Its temperature almost never surpasses 30 degrees so it's a favourite weekend and summer destination for locals.
The lush tea plantations in Cameron Highlands provide a refreshing escape from city life. Its temperate climate also makes for beautiful flora and continental fruits and vegetables. (Tip: Try out their strawberries!) Cameron Highlands can be touristy on weekends, so go on a weekday, if you can.
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