What is the cheapest way to get from George Town to Tanah Rata?

The cheapest way to get from George Town to Tanah Rata is to drive which costs RM 35 - RM 60 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from George Town to Tanah Rata?

The fastest way to get from George Town to Tanah Rata is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs RM 35 - RM 60.

Is there a direct bus between George Town and Tanah Rata?

No, there is no direct bus from George Town to Tanah Rata. However, there are services departing from Terminal Komtar and arriving at Tanah Rata Bus Terminal via Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from George Town to Tanah Rata?

The distance between George Town and Tanah Rata is 240 km. The road distance is 242.3 km.

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

The best way to get from George Town to Tanah Rata without a car is to car ferry and tram and taxi which takes 4h 44m and costs RM 200 - RM 300.

How long does it take to get from George Town to Tanah Rata?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from George Town to Tanah Rata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the George Town to Tanah Rata bus from?

George Town to Tanah Rata bus services, operated by CS Travel & Tours, depart from Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal station.

Where does the George Town to Tanah Rata bus arrive?

George Town to Tanah Rata bus services, operated by CS Travel & Tours, arrive at Tanah Rata Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from George Town to Tanah Rata?

Yes, the driving distance between George Town to Tanah Rata is 242 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from George Town to Tanah Rata.

Where can I stay near Tanah Rata?

There are 980+ hotels available in Tanah Rata.

George Town to Tanah Rata - 6 ways to travel via car ferry, tram, taxi, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from George Town to Tanah Rata by car ferry, tram, taxi, bus, plane, 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, tram, taxi
best
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the tram from Butterworth to Ipohtram
3. Take the taxi from Ipoh to Tanah Ratataxi
4h 44m
RM 209–292
Drive 242.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from George Town to Tanah Ratacar 242.3 km
3h 7m
RM 40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal to Tanah Rata Bus Terminalbus Cameron Highlands / ...
5h 48m
RM 61–159
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 Tanah Ratataxi
3h 21m
RM 502–652
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Ipoh (IPH)plane PEN - IPH
2. Take the taxi from Ipoh-Airport-IPH to Tanah Ratataxi
7h 31m
RM 572–1,633
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from George Town to Tanah Ratataxi 242.3 km
3h 7m
RM 500–650

Penang International Airport (PEN) to Ipoh (IPH) flights

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6hAverage Duration

RM 375Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from George Town to Tanah Rata.

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Distance: 240 km
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between George Town, Malaysia and Tanah Rata, Malaysia?

CS Travel & Tours operates a bus from Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal to Tanah Rata Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost RM 35–50 and the journey takes 4h. Unititi express also services this route 3 times a day.

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