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

The cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Setapak is to train and bus which costs RM 45 - RM 70 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Setapak is to fly and train which takes 2h 43m and costs RM 170 - RM 430.

Is there a direct bus between Alor Setar and Setapak?

No, there is no direct bus from Alor Setar to Setapak. However, there are services departing from Alor Setar and arriving at Kl678 Sri Pelangi Condominium via Kl1025 Masjid Wilayah Pintu Utama and Kl117 Bsn Lebuh Ampang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Alor Setar to Setapak?

The distance between Alor Setar and Setapak is 491 km. The road distance is 434 km.

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

The best way to get from Alor Setar to Setapak without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs RM 28 - RM 150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Alor Setar to Setapak, including transfers.

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

Alor Setar to Setapak bus services, operated by Intercity Coach, depart from Alor Setar station.

Train or bus from Alor Setar to Setapak?

The best way to get from Alor Setar to Setapak is to train which takes 5h and costs RM 28 - RM 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 50 - RM 75 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Alor Setar to Setapak bus arrive?

Alor Setar to Setapak bus services, operated by Intercity Coach, arrive at Kuala Lumpur Hentian Duta station.

Can I drive from Alor Setar to Setapak?

Yes, the driving distance between Alor Setar to Setapak is 434 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Alor Setar to Setapak.

Where can I stay near Setapak?

There are 9084+ hotels available in Setapak.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Alor Setar to Setapak by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)AOR - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T1 to KL Sentral
2h 43m
RM 172–427
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alor Star to PutraEts
5h
RM 29–144
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Alor Setar to ButterworthPadang Besar
2. Take the bus from Butterworth to KL SentralButterworth
7h 6m
RM 47–68
Drive 434 km
1. Drive from Alor Setar to Setapak434 km
4h 40m
RM 75–108
Fly to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, bus, line 250 bus
1. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)AOR - SZB
2. Take the bus from Lrt Asia Jaya to Bsn Lebuh Ampang
3. Take the bus from Kl117 Bsn Lebuh Ampang to Kl678 Sri Pelangi Condominium
3h 7m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alor Setar to Kuala Lumpur Hentian Duta
7h 19m
RM 54–73

Alor Setar to Setapak by train and bus

126Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

RM 47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Alor Setar to Setapak.

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Distance: 490.7 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

KTM Intercity operates a train from Alor Star to Putra 3 times a day. Tickets cost RM 27–140 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Alternatively, Intercity Coach operates a bus from Alor Setar to Kuala Lumpur Hentian Duta 5 times a day. Tickets cost RM 55–65 and the journey takes 5h 28m. Cosmic Express also services this route twice daily.

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