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There are 10 ways to get from Muar to Penang by bus, train, car ferry, car, plane, or tram

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Bus, train, car ferry
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1. Take the bus from Muar to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
2. Take the train from Kl Sentral to Butterworthtrain Ets
3. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
8h 20m
RM 33–83
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Muar to Terminal Meru Rayabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Butterworthbus
3. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
9h 19m
RM 66–134
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Muar to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcar
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
6h 1m
RM 89–127
Bus, train to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, fly to Penang International Airport
1. Take the bus from Muar to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
2. Take the train from Bandar Tasik Selatan to Klia T1train
3. Fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane KUL - PEN
5h 35m
RM 115–323
Bus
1. Take the bus from Muar to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Sungai Nibongbus Kl
9h 36m
RM 101–151
Drive 529.4 km
1. Drive from Muar to George Towncar 529.4 km
5h 49m
RM 89–128
Bus to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, fly to Penang International Airport
1. Take the bus from Muar to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
2. Fly from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane SZB - PEN
6h 17m
RM 154–395
Bus to Senai International Airport, fly to Penang International Airport
1. Take the bus from Muar to JB Larkin Terminalbus
2. Fly from Senai International Airport (JHB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane JHB - PEN
6h 34m
RM 200–443
Bus, train to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, fly to Alor Setar, tram
1. Take the bus from Muar to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
2. Take the train from Bandar Tasik Selatan to Klia T1train
3. Fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane KUL - AOR
4. Take the tram from Anak Bukit to Tasek Gelugortram
7h 16m
RM 146–598
Bus, bus to Singapore Changi Airport, fly to Penang International Airport
1. Take the bus from Muar to JB Larkin Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Johor Bahru CIQ to Expo Stnbus
3. Fly from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane SIN - PEN
9h
RM 141–656

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

160Weekly Planes

59 minAverage Duration

RM 70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 541.7 km
Duration: 8h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Muar to Lebuh Carnavon via Terminal Bersepadu Selatan, Sungai Nibong, and Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong in around 9h 36m.

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George Town(opens in a new window), Malaysia(opens in a new window)

George Town is the capital of the Malaysian state of Penang and the core city of the George Town Conurbation, Malaysia's second largest metropolitan area with a population of 2.84 million and the second highest contributor to the country's GDP. The city proper covers an area of 306 km2 and was home to a population of 794,313. - Wikipedia (opens in a new window)

Things to do in George Town

George Town(Opens in a new window)

George Town, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Penang, is located at the northeastern tip of Penang Island. It is Malaysia's second largest city, with 708,127 inhabitants, while its metropolitan area, Greater Penang, is the nation's second most populous conurbation with an estimated population of 2.5 million. The historical core of George Town has been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008.

Kek Lok Si(Opens in a new window)

The Kek Lok Si Temple is a Buddhist temple situated in Air Itam in Penang facing the sea and commanding an impressive view, and is one of the best known temples on the island. It is said to be the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia. It is also an important pilgrimage centre for Buddhists from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore and other countries in Southeast Asia. This entire complex of temples was built over a period from 1890 to 1930, an inspirational initiative of Beow Lean, the Abbot. The main draw in the complex is the striking seven-storey Pagoda of Rama VI (Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas) with 10,000 alabaster and bronze statues of Buddha, and the 36.57 m tall bronze statue of Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy.

Armenian Street(Opens in a new window)

Armenian Street is a narrow street within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located within the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site, the road has gained popularity in recent years for its rich cultural offerings and street art.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion(Opens in a new window)

The Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is located at Leith Street in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. The mansion's indigo-blue outer wall makes it a very distinct building in the area.

Places to stay in George Town

RM 520

Campbell House(Opens in a new window)

9.8Exceptional

RM 178

Le Dream Boutique Hotel(Opens in a new window)

9.2Superb

RM 858

Eastern And Oriental Hotel(Opens in a new window)

9.2Superb

RM 503

The Prestige Hotel Penang(Opens in a new window)

9.4Superb

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