What is the cheapest way to get from George Town to Perlis?

The cheapest way to get from George Town to Perlis is to car ferry and train which costs RM 17 - RM 23 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from George Town to Perlis?

The fastest way to get from George Town to Perlis is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs RM 26 - RM 40.

Is there a direct bus between George Town and Perlis?

No, there is no direct bus from George Town to Perlis. However, there are services departing from Terminal Komtar and arriving at Kayangan Square Kangar via Sungai Nibong and Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from George Town to Perlis?

The distance between George Town and Perlis is 159 km. The road distance is 156.9 km.

How do I travel from George Town to Perlis without a car?

The best way to get from George Town to Perlis without a car is to car ferry and train which takes 3h 25m and costs RM 17 - RM 23.

How long does it take to get from George Town to Perlis?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from George Town to Perlis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the George Town to Perlis bus from?

George Town to Perlis bus services, operated by Plusliner, depart from Sungai Nibong station.

Where does the George Town to Perlis bus arrive?

George Town to Perlis bus services, operated by Plusliner, arrive at Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar station.

Can I drive from George Town to Perlis?

Yes, the driving distance between George Town to Perlis is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from George Town to Perlis.

Where can I stay near Perlis?

There are 313+ hotels available in Perlis.

George Town to Perlis - 7 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from George Town to Perlis by car ferry, train, 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.

Car ferry, train
best
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the train from Butterworth to Arautrain Butterworth
3h 25m
RM 18–23
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the bus from Butterworth Bus Terminal to Kangarbus
5h 39m
RM 18–31
Car ferry, taxi
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the taxi from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Kangartaxi
2h 4m
RM 272–322
Car ferry, tram
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the tram from Butterworth to Arautram Padang Besar Line
3h 49m
RM 19–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sungai Nibong to Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setarbus Sungai Nibong
2. Take the bus from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana to Kayangan Square Kangarbus R14 / ...
6h 12m
RM 55–146
Drive 156.9 km
1. Drive from George Town to Kangarcar 156.9 km
1h 56m
RM 27–39
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from George Town to Kangartaxi 156.9 km
1h 56m
RM 300–360

George Town to Perlis by car ferry, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

RM 18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 158.8 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between George Town, Malaysia and Perlis, Malaysia?

You can take a bus from Terminal Komtar to Kayangan Square Kangar via Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong, Sungai Nibong, Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar, and Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana in around 6h 12m.

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