So, how do we get to Cameron Highlands from Kuala Lumpur? The only access to the highlands is by road. It takes roughly about 3.5 – 4 hours drive from KL. There are basically 3 ways of getting there; (a) by bus, (b) booking a tour or (c) driving yourself.

(a) Taking a Bus
– From TBS, (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) in Kuala Lumpur to Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands.
– One-way tickets cost about RM 35
– If you book online through the RedBus website (www.redbus.my), there’s even an option to pick your seats and insurance coverage. (We’re not sponsored but Redbus is the one that we frequently use for our travels)

(b) Booking a tour
– Hassle-free
– Most tour packages include transportation, a full-day itinerary, and an English-speaking tour guide. You can also approach your hotels and tourist information centers for more information.

(c) Driving
– There are 2 main routes to get there from the North-South Expressway.
– Option 1: by taking the Tapah Exit 132/Route 59. It is a shorter route hence faster but the road is very windy and narrow.
– Option 2: by taking the Simpang Pulai Exit 137/Route 185 (which is the route that we took). It is a slightly longer route, but the road is much straighter and more comfortable to drive on. Highly recommend especially if you have motion sickness. (30 minutes longer)