What is the cheapest way to get from Alor Star to Butterworth?

The cheapest way to get from Alor Star to Butterworth is to tram which costs RM 2 - RM 23 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alor Star to Butterworth?

The fastest way to get from Alor Star to Butterworth is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs RM 16 - RM 24.

Is there a direct bus between Alor Star and Butterworth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alor Setar and arriving at Penang Sentral. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Alor Star and Butterworth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alor Setar and arriving at Butterworth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Alor Star to Butterworth?

The distance between Alor Star and Butterworth is 102 km. The road distance is 97.7 km.

How do I travel from Alor Star to Butterworth without a car?

The best way to get from Alor Star to Butterworth without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs RM 25 - RM 35.

How long does it take to get from Alor Star to Butterworth?

The train from Alor Setar to Butterworth takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Alor Star to Butterworth bus from?

Alor Star to Butterworth bus services, operated by Express Kesatuan, depart from Alor Setar station.

Where do I catch the Alor Star to Butterworth train from?

Alor Star to Butterworth train services, operated by KTM Komuter, depart from Alor Setar station.

Train or bus from Alor Star to Butterworth?

The best way to get from Alor Star to Butterworth is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs RM 25 - RM 35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 19 - RM 25 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Alor Star to Butterworth bus arrive?

Alor Star to Butterworth bus services, operated by Express Kesatuan, arrive at Penang Sentral station.

Where does the Alor Star to Butterworth train arrive?

Alor Star to Butterworth train services, operated by KTM Komuter, arrive at Butterworth station.

Can I drive from Alor Star to Butterworth?

Yes, the driving distance between Alor Star to Butterworth is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Alor Star to Butterworth.

How do I get a train ticket from Alor Star to Butterworth?

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Where can I stay near Butterworth?

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Alor Star to Butterworth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and tram

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alor Setar to Butterworthtrain Padang Besar
1h 8m
RM 25–35
Tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Alor Star to Butterworthtram Padang Besar Line / ...
1h 8m
RM 2–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alor Setar to Penang Sentralbus
2h 40m
RM 19–25
Drive 97.7 km
1. Drive from Alor Star to Butterworthcar 97.7 km
1h 6m
RM 17–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alor Star to Butterworthtaxi 97.7 km
1h 6m
RM 210–260

Alor Star to Butterworth by train

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102 km
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Alor Star, Malaysia and Butterworth, Malaysia?

KTM Komuter operates a train from Alor Setar to Butterworth hourly. Tickets cost RM 25–35 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, Express Kesatuan operates a bus from Alor Setar to Penang Sentral 4 times a day. Tickets cost RM 19–25 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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