What is the cheapest way to get from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang?

The cheapest way to get from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang is to bus which costs RM 35 - RM 55 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang?

The fastest way to get from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs RM 35 - RM 60.

Is there a direct bus between Tanah Rata and George Town Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang. However, there are services departing from Tanah Rata Bus Terminal and arriving at Komtar via Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang?

The distance between Tanah Rata and George Town Penang is 239 km. The road distance is 242.3 km.

How do I travel from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang without a car?

The best way to get from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang without a car is to taxi and tram and car ferry which takes 4h 27m and costs RM 210 - RM 290.

How long does it take to get from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tanah Rata to George Town Penang bus from?

Tanah Rata to George Town Penang bus services, operated by CS Travel & Tours, depart from Tanah Rata Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Tanah Rata to George Town Penang bus arrive?

Tanah Rata to George Town Penang bus services, operated by CS Travel & Tours, arrive at Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang?

Yes, the driving distance between Tanah Rata to George Town Penang is 242 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang.

Where can I stay near George Town Penang?

There are 2555+ hotels available in George Town Penang.

Tanah Rata to George Town Penang - 6 ways to travel via taxi, and tram

There are 6 ways to get from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang by taxi, tram, car ferry, bus, 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.

Taxi, tram, car ferry
best
1. Take the taxi from Tanah Rata to Ipohtaxi
2. Take the tram from Ipoh to Butterworthtram
3. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
4h 27m
RM 217–286
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tanah Rata Bus Terminal to Sungai Nibong Bus Terminalbus Cameron Highlands
5h 15m
RM 37–52
Taxi, car ferry
1. Take the taxi from Tanah Rata to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminaltaxi
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
3h 39m
RM 517–610
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Tanah Rata to Ipoh-Airport-IPHtaxi
2. Fly from Ipoh (IPH) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane IPH - PEN
6h 2m
RM 572–1,627
Drive 242.3 km
1. Drive from Tanah Rata to George Town Penangcar 242.3 km
3h 6m
RM 40–58
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tanah Rata to George Town Penangtaxi 242.3 km
3h 6m
RM 500–650

Ipoh (IPH) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

46Weekly Planes

4h 47mAverage Duration

RM 375Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tanah Rata to George Town Penang.

Launch map view

Distance: 239 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Tanah Rata, Malaysia and George Town Penang, Malaysia?

CS Travel & Tours operates a bus from Tanah Rata Bus Terminal to Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost RM 35–50 and the journey takes 4h. Unititi express also services this route 3 times a day.

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