What is the cheapest way to get from Taiping to Alor Setar?

The cheapest way to get from Taiping to Alor Setar is to tram and train which costs RM 18 - RM 40 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taiping to Alor Setar?

The fastest way to get from Taiping to Alor Setar is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs RM 29 - RM 45.

Is there a direct bus between Taiping and Alor Setar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Taiping and arriving at Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Taiping and Alor Setar?

No, there is no direct train from Taiping to Alor Setar. However, there are services departing from Taiping and arriving at Alor Star via Bukit Mertajam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Taiping to Alor Setar?

The distance between Taiping and Alor Setar is 162 km. The road distance is 177.9 km.

How do I travel from Taiping to Alor Setar without a car?

The best way to get from Taiping to Alor Setar without a car is to tram which takes 2h 28m and costs RM 18 - RM 55.

How long does it take to get from Taiping to Alor Setar?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Taiping to Alor Setar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taiping to Alor Setar bus from?

Taiping to Alor Setar bus services, operated by StarMart Express, depart from Terminal Taiping station.

Where do I catch the Taiping to Alor Setar train from?

Taiping to Alor Setar train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Taiping station.

Where does the Taiping to Alor Setar bus arrive?

Taiping to Alor Setar bus services, operated by StarMart Express, arrive at Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar station.

Where does the Taiping to Alor Setar train arrive?

Taiping to Alor Setar train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Bukit Mertajam station.

Can I drive from Taiping to Alor Setar?

Yes, the driving distance between Taiping to Alor Setar is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Taiping to Alor Setar.

Where can I stay near Alor Setar?

There are 480+ hotels available in Alor Setar.

Taiping to Alor Setar - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Taiping to Alor Setar by tram, bus, car, taxi, or train

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

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Taiping to Bukit Mertajamtram Ipoh Line
2. Take the tram from Bukit Mertajam to Alor Startram Padang Besar Line
2h 28m
RM 18–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Taiping to Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setarbus
4h 33m
RM 30–45
Drive 177.9 km
1. Drive from Taiping to Alor Setarcar 177.9 km
2h 1m
RM 30–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Taiping to Alor Setartaxi 177.9 km
2h 1m
RM 390–470
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Taiping to Bukit Mertajamtram Ipoh Line
2. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Alor Setartrain Butterworth
2h 29m
RM 18–36

Taiping to Alor Setar by tram

70Weekly Trams

2h 28mAverage Duration

RM 18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Taiping to Alor Setar.

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Distance: 161.5 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Taiping, Malaysia and Alor Setar, Malaysia?

You can take a vehicle from Taiping to Alor Star via Bukit Mertajam in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, StarMart Express operates a bus from Terminal Taiping to Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar once daily. Tickets cost RM 30–45 and the journey takes 4h 33m.

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