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

The cheapest way to get from Jitra to George Town is to bus which costs RM 18 - RM 21 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jitra to George Town is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs RM 21 - RM 35.

Is there a direct bus between Jitra and George Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Jitra to George Town. However, there are services departing from Jitra and arriving at Presgrave Corner via Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar and Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Jitra to George Town?

The distance between Jitra and George Town is 122 km. The road distance is 129.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Jitra to George Town without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 2h 58m and costs RM 34 - RM 39.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Jitra to George Town, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Jitra to George Town?

The best way to get from Jitra to George Town is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs RM 250 - RM 480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 18 - RM 21 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Jitra to George Town bus arrive?

Jitra to George Town bus services, operated by Plusliner, arrive at Sungai Nibong station.

Can I drive from Jitra to George Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Jitra to George Town is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Jitra to George Town.

Where can I stay near George Town?

There are 2560+ hotels available in George Town.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Jitra to George Town by train, car ferry, bus, taxi, 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.

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
2h 58m
RM 34–39
Bus, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jitra to Sungai Petani
2. Take the bus from Terminal UTC Ukir Square to (M1) Penang Sentral
3. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
3h 43m
RM 17–22
Taxi, car ferry
1. Take the taxi from Jitra to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
1h 35m
RM 256–302
Fly
1. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Penang International Airport (PEN)AOR - PEN
4h 6m
RM 252–478
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar to Sungai NibongAlor Setar
4h 39m
RM 18–21
Drive 129.5 km
1. Drive from Jitra to George Town129.5 km
1h 27m
RM 22–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jitra to George Town129.5 km
1h 27m
RM 280–350

Jitra to George Town by bus and car ferry

14Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

RM 17Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Jitra to George Town.

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Distance: 122.2 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

AirAsia, Firefly, and two other airlines fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Penang International Airport (PEN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, 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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