How to get fromAlor Setar to Gelugorby bus, train, car ferry, car, tram or taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Alor Setar to Gelugor by bus, train, car ferry, car, tram, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar to Sungai Nibongbus Alor Setar
2h 34m
RM 15–16
Train, car ferry, line 301 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 BSN Gelugorbus 401 / ...
2h 36m
RM 14–18
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 36m
RM 19–28
Tram, car ferry, line 301 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 BSN Gelugorbus 401 / ...
2h 36m
RM 15–36
Drive 110.6 km
1. Drive from Alor Setar to Gelugorcar 110.6 km
1h 17m
RM 19–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alor Setar to Gelugortaxi 110.6 km
1h 17m
RM 240–300

Alor Setar to Gelugor by train, car ferry, and bus

126Weekly Services

2h 36mAverage Duration

RM 14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.3 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Alor Setar, Malaysia and Gelugor, Malaysia?

Plusliner operates a bus from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar to Sungai Nibong once daily. Tickets cost RM 14 and the journey takes 2h.

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Jelutong, Malaysia

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Things to do in Jelutong

George Town(Opens in a new window)

George Town, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Penang, is located at the northeastern tip of Penang Island. It is Malaysia's second largest city, with 708,127 inhabitants, while its metropolitan area, Greater Penang, is the nation's second most populous conurbation with an estimated population of 2.5 million. The historical core of George Town has been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008.

Kek Lok Si(Opens in a new window)

The Kek Lok Si Temple is a Buddhist temple situated in Air Itam in Penang facing the sea and commanding an impressive view, and is one of the best known temples on the island. It is said to be the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia. It is also an important pilgrimage centre for Buddhists from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore and other countries in Southeast Asia. This entire complex of temples was built over a period from 1890 to 1930, an inspirational initiative of Beow Lean, the Abbot. The main draw in the complex is the striking seven-storey Pagoda of Rama VI (Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas) with 10,000 alabaster and bronze statues of Buddha, and the 36.57 m tall bronze statue of Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy.

Armenian Street(Opens in a new window)

Armenian Street is a narrow street within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located within the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site, the road has gained popularity in recent years for its rich cultural offerings and street art.

Khoo Kongsi(Opens in a new window)

The Khoo Kongsi is a large Chinese clanhouse with elaborate and highly ornamented architecture, a mark of the dominant presence of the Chinese in Penang, Malaysia. The famous Khoo Kongsi is the grandest clan temple in the country. It is also one of the city's major historic attractions. The clan temple has retained its authentic historic setting, which includes an association building, a traditional theatre and the late 19th century rowhouses for clan members, all clustered around a granite-paved square. It is located in Cannon Square in the heart of the oldest part of the city of George Town, in the midst of narrow, winding lanes and quaint-looking pre-War houses exuding a palpable old world charm.

Places to stay in Jelutong

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8.7Fabulous

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