Getting Around Langkawi

Numerous car rental agents are available around the Kuah Jetty, peddling their cars at various rates. Prices range by season, so expect to pay higher daily rates for car rentals during peak periods. Alternatively, you can make arrangements for a car in Kuala Kedah or Kuala Perlis. You can pick up your vehicle after reaching the island. 

For those travelling by plane, car rental booths are available at the Langkawi International Airport.

Motorbikes (especially scooters) and bicycles are available for rent in Langkawi. Daily rates usually increase during the peak seasons, but they are still cheaper than renting a car.

Always carry a valid driver's license and wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle. It's required by law and for common-sense safety. 

Buses run along several routes across Langkawi, but stops are limited to a few places. The wait is also quite long, making it rather unsuitable if you're pressed for time.  

There is a bus station in front of the City Bayview Hotel. The bus runs from the Kuah Jetty to the centre of Kuah. Limited buses travel to the tourist-friendly Pantai Cenang.

Taking a taxi is arguably the most convenient way of getting around Langkawi. While fares can get quite expensive, you don’t have to pay a deposit. You can charter a taxi for the day to bring you around and wait for you while visiting places around the island. 

Taxis are most often found around the Kuah Jetty and Langkawi International Airport. It's also relatively easy to flag down a cab anywhere across the island.

Some Langkawi resorts offer their own vehicles for rent to their guests. Chauffer and van shuttle services are typically available for those staying in high-end resorts and hotels on the island. Check with the front desk for availability.