What is the cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Batu Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Batu Caves is to bus which costs RM 55 - RM 70 and takes 7h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Batu Caves?

The fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Batu Caves is to fly and train which takes 3h 18m and costs RM 170 - RM 360.

Is there a direct bus between Alor Setar and Batu Caves?

No, there is no direct bus from Alor Setar to Batu Caves. However, there are services departing from Alor Setar and arriving at Sl493 Nissan via Kl1079 Kl Sentral and Kl117 Bsn Lebuh Ampang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Alor Setar and Batu Caves?

No, there is no direct train from Alor Setar to Batu Caves. However, there are services departing from Alor Star and arriving at Batu Caves via Putra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Alor Setar to Batu Caves?

The distance between Alor Setar and Batu Caves is 492 km. The road distance is 421.1 km.

How do I travel from Alor Setar to Batu Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Alor Setar to Batu Caves without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs RM 29 - RM 150.

How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to Batu Caves?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Alor Setar to Batu Caves, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alor Setar to Batu Caves bus from?

Alor Setar to Batu Caves bus services, operated by Suasana Edaran, depart from Alor Setar station.

Where do I catch the Alor Setar to Batu Caves train from?

Alor Setar to Batu Caves train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Alor Star station.

Train or bus from Alor Setar to Batu Caves?

The best way to get from Alor Setar to Batu Caves is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs RM 29 - RM 150. Alternatively, you can bus via Kl117 Bsn Lebuh Ampang, which costs RM 50 - RM 65 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Alor Setar to Batu Caves bus arrive?

Alor Setar to Batu Caves bus services, operated by Suasana Edaran, arrive at KL Sentral station.

Where does the Alor Setar to Batu Caves train arrive?

Alor Setar to Batu Caves train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Putra station.

Can I drive from Alor Setar to Batu Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Alor Setar to Batu Caves is 421 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Alor Setar to Batu Caves.

Where can I stay near Batu Caves?

There are 8750+ hotels available in Batu Caves.

Alor Setar to Batu Caves - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Alor Setar to Batu Caves by plane, train, bus, car, or subway

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

Fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane AOR - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T1 to KL Sentraltrain
3h 18m
RM 173–356
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alor Star to Putratrain Ets
5h 32m
RM 30–142
Bus via Kl117 Bsn Lebuh Ampang
1. Take the bus from Alor Setar to KL Sentralbus Alor Setar
7h 9m
RM 53–62
Drive 421.1 km
1. Drive from Alor Setar to Batu Cavescar 421.1 km
4h 43m
RM 69–99
Fly to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, subway
1. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane AOR - SZB
2. Take the subway from Kwasa Damansara to Kampung Batusubway
3h 18m
RM 206–449
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alor Setar to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
7h 12m
RM 55–69

Alor Setar (AOR) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) flights

37Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

RM 91Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alor Setar to Batu Caves.

Launch map view

Distance: 492.3 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Alor Setar, Malaysia and Batu Caves, Malaysia?

KTM Intercity operates a train from Alor Star to Putra once daily. Tickets cost RM 27–140 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Alternatively, Suasana Edaran operates a bus from Alor Setar to KL Sentral every 3 hours. Tickets cost RM 51–52 and the journey takes 6h 7m.

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