What is the cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Penang?

The cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Penang is to train and car ferry which costs RM 13 - RM 16 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Penang?

The fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Penang is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs RM 19 - RM 28.

Is there a direct bus between Alor Setar and Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Alor Setar to Penang. However, there are services departing from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar and arriving at Lebuh Carnavon via Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Alor Setar to Penang?

The distance between Alor Setar and Penang is 106 km. The road distance is 115.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Alor Setar to Penang without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 1h 49m and costs RM 13 - RM 16.

How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to Penang?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Alor Setar to Penang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alor Setar to Penang bus from?

Alor Setar to Penang bus services, operated by Plusliner, depart from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar station.

Where does the Alor Setar to Penang bus arrive?

Alor Setar to Penang bus services, operated by Plusliner, arrive at Sungai Nibong station.

Can I drive from Alor Setar to Penang?

Yes, the driving distance between Alor Setar to Penang is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Alor Setar to Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

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Alor Setar to Penang - 6 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and bus

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

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 ButterworthPadang Besar
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
1h 49m
RM 13–15
Bus, line 401 bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar to Sungai NibongAlor Setar
2. Take the bus from Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong to Lebuh Carnavon401
3h 16m
RM 15–17
Taxi, car ferry
1. Take the taxi from Alor Setar to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
1h 28m
RM 224–264
Tram, car ferry
1. Take the tram from Alor Star to ButterworthPadang Besar Line
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
1h 49m
RM 14–33
Drive 115.1 km
1. Drive from Alor Setar to George Town115.1 km
1h 20m
RM 20–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alor Setar to George Town115.1 km
1h 20m
RM 250–310

Alor Setar to Penang by train and car ferry

126Weekly Services

1h 49mAverage Duration

RM 13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alor Setar to Penang.

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Distance: 105.5 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar to Lebuh Carnavon via Sungai Nibong and Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong in around 3h 16m.

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