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

The cheapest way to get from Taiping to Alor Setar is to train via Bukit Mertajam which costs RM 18 - RM 40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taiping to Alor Setar is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs RM 18 - RM 50.

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?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Taiping and arriving at Alor Star. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Taiping to Alor Setar?

The distance between Taiping and Alor Setar is 159 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 train which takes 1h 34m and costs RM 18 - RM 50.

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

The train from Taiping to Alor Star takes 1h 34m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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.

Train or bus from Taiping to Alor Setar?

The best way to get from Taiping to Alor Setar is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs RM 18 - RM 50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 30 - RM 45 and takes 4h 33m.

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 Alor Star 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 to drive from Taiping to Alor Setar.

Where can I stay near Alor Setar?

There are 483+ hotels available in Alor Setar.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taiping to Alor StarEts
1h 34m
RM 18–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Taiping to Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar
4h 33m
RM 30–45
Drive 177.9 km
1. Drive from Taiping to Alor Setar177.9 km
2h
RM 30–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Taiping to Alor Setar177.9 km
2h
RM 390–470
Train via Bukit Mertajam
1. Take the train from Taiping to Bukit MertajamIpoh
2. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Alor SetarButterworth
2h 30m
RM 18–36

Taiping to Alor Setar by train

105Weekly Trains

2h 30mAverage Duration

RM 18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Taiping to Alor Setar.

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Distance: 159.4 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

KTM Intercity operates a train from Taiping to Alor Star 3 times a day. Tickets cost RM 18–50 and the journey takes 1h 34m. 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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