What is the cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau?

The cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau is to train and car ferry and line 502 bus which costs RM 15 - RM 20 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau?

The fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs RM 20 - RM 30.

Is there a direct bus between Alor Setar and Balik Pulau?

No, there is no direct bus from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau. However, there are services departing from Alor Setar and arriving at AADK Pekan Kongsi via Sungai Nibong Besar and Snake Temple. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau?

The distance between Alor Setar and Balik Pulau is 127 km. The road distance is 124.9 km.

How do I travel from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau without a car?

The best way to get from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 2h 10m and costs RM 55 - RM 80.

How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alor Setar to Balik Pulau bus from?

Alor Setar to Balik Pulau bus services, operated by Plusliner, depart from Alor Setar station.

Bus or fly from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau?

The best way to get from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs RM 16 - RM 19. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs RM 250 - RM 460 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Alor Setar to Balik Pulau bus arrive?

Alor Setar to Balik Pulau bus services, operated by Plusliner, arrive at Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau?

Yes, the driving distance between Alor Setar to Balik Pulau is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau.

Where can I stay near Balik Pulau?

There are 2228+ hotels available in Balik Pulau.

Alor Setar to Balik Pulau - 9 ways to travel via train, and car ferry

There are 9 ways to get from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau by train, car ferry, bus, car, tram, taxi, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, car ferry
best
1. Take the train from Alor Setar to Butterworthtrain Padang Besar
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
2h 10m
RM 58–75
Train, car ferry, line 502 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alor Setar to Butterworthtrain
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
3. Take the bus from (M1) Jetty A to Pekan Kongsibus 502
3h 28m
RM 15–19
Train, car ferry, bus
1. Take the train from Alor Setar to Butterworthtrain
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
3. Take the bus from (M1) Jetty A to AADK Pekan Kongsibus
3h 38m
RM 16–19
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Alor Setar to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcar
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
1h 49m
RM 21–31
Tram, car ferry, bus
1. Take the tram from Alor Star to Butterworthtram
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
3. Take the bus from (M1) Jetty A to AADK Pekan Kongsibus
3h 38m
RM 17–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alor Setar to Sungai Nibong Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Snake Temple to AADK Pekan Kongsibus 401E
4h 14m
RM 16–18
Drive 124.9 km
1. Drive from Alor Setar to Balik Pulaucar 124.9 km
1h 30m
RM 21–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alor Setar to Balik Pulautaxi 124.9 km
1h 30m
RM 270–330
Fly
1. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane AOR - PEN
4h 1m
RM 252–460

Alor Setar to Balik Pulau by train, car ferry, and bus

126Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

RM 15Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Alor Setar to Balik Pulau.

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Distance: 127.4 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Alor Setar, Malaysia and Balik Pulau, Malaysia?

You can take a bus from Alor Setar to AADK Pekan Kongsi via Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal, Sungai Nibong Besar, and Snake Temple in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, AirAsia, Firefly, and two other airlines fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Penang International Airport (PEN) every 4 hours.

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