What is the cheapest way to get from Merlimau to Penang?

The cheapest way to get from Merlimau to Penang is to bus and car ferry which costs RM 50 - RM 80 and takes 9h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merlimau to Penang?

The fastest way to get from Merlimau to Penang is to bus and fly which takes 5h and costs RM 120 - RM 230.

Is there a direct bus between Merlimau and Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Merlimau to Penang. However, there are services departing from Merlimau and arriving at Lebuh Carnavon via Melaka Sentral and Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 47m.

How far is it from Merlimau to Penang?

The distance between Merlimau and Penang is 542 km. The road distance is 511 km.

How do I travel from Merlimau to Penang without a car?

The best way to get from Merlimau to Penang without a car is to taxi and train and car ferry which takes 8h 1m and costs RM 100 - RM 260.

How long does it take to get from Merlimau to Penang?

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Merlimau to Penang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merlimau to Penang bus from?

Merlimau to Penang bus services, operated by Billion Stars Express, depart from Melaka Sentral station.

Where does the Merlimau to Penang bus arrive?

Merlimau to Penang bus services, operated by Billion Stars Express, arrive at Sungai Nibong station.

Can I drive from Merlimau to Penang?

Yes, the driving distance between Merlimau to Penang is 511 km. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Merlimau to Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2564+ hotels available in Penang.

Merlimau to Penang - 9 ways to travel via train, taxi, car ferry, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Merlimau to Penang by taxi, train, car ferry, bus, car, plane, or tram

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train, car ferry
best
1. Take the taxi from Merlimau to Batang Melaka
2. Take the train from Batang Melaka to ButterworthEts
3. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
8h 1m
RM 107–252
Bus, train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Melaka Sentral to Terminal Bersepadu Selatan
2. Take the train from Kl Sentral to ButterworthEts
3. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
9h 16m
RM 42–157
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Melaka Sentral to Terminal Bersepadu Selatan
2. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Butterworth
3. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
9h 21m
RM 51–79
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Merlimau to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
5h 48m
RM 86–123
Bus to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, fly to Penang International Airport
1. Take the bus from Melaka Sentral to Klia
2. Fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Penang International Airport (PEN)KUL - PEN
5h
RM 122–229
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melaka Sentral to Sungai NibongMelaka Sentral
9h 47m
RM 54–87
Drive 511 km
1. Drive from Merlimau to George Town511 km
5h 36m
RM 86–124
Bus to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, fly to Penang International Airport
1. Take the bus from Melaka Sentral to Terminal Bersepadu Selatan
2. Fly from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)SZB - PEN
6h 49m
RM 149–314
Bus to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, fly to Alor Setar, tram
1. Take the bus from Melaka Sentral to Klia
2. Fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Alor Setar (AOR)KUL - AOR
3. Take the tram from Anak Bukit to Tasek Gelugor
6h 47m
RM 155–359

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

171Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

RM 81Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merlimau to Penang.

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Distance: 542.2 km
Duration: 8h 1m

What companies run services between Merlimau, Malaysia and Penang, Malaysia?

Billion Stars Express operates a bus from Melaka Sentral to Sungai Nibong twice daily. Tickets cost RM 55–80 and the journey takes 7h 1m. KPB Express also services this route twice daily.

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