What is the cheapest way to get from Arau to Kuala Lumpur?

The cheapest way to get from Arau to Kuala Lumpur is to train which costs RM 12 - RM 60 and takes 5h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arau to Kuala Lumpur?

The fastest way to get from Arau to Kuala Lumpur is to tram and fly which takes 4h and costs RM 260 - RM 600.

Is there a direct bus between Arau and Kuala Lumpur?

No, there is no direct bus from Arau to Kuala Lumpur. However, there are services departing from Alor Setar and arriving at Terminal Bersepadu Selatan via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Arau and Kuala Lumpur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Arau and arriving at Kuala Lumpur. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Arau to Kuala Lumpur?

The distance between Arau and Kuala Lumpur is 489 km. The road distance is 473.7 km.

How do I travel from Arau to Kuala Lumpur without a car?

The best way to get from Arau to Kuala Lumpur without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs RM 12 - RM 60.

How long does it take to get from Arau to Kuala Lumpur?

The train from Arau to Kuala Lumpur takes 5h 1m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Arau to Kuala Lumpur bus from?

Arau to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by Intercity Coach, depart from Alor Setar station.

Where do I catch the Arau to Kuala Lumpur train from?

Arau to Kuala Lumpur train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Arau station.

Train or bus from Arau to Kuala Lumpur?

The best way to get from Arau to Kuala Lumpur is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs RM 12 - RM 60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 65 - RM 140 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Arau to Kuala Lumpur bus arrive?

Arau to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by Intercity Coach, arrive at Terminal Bersepadu Selatan station.

Where does the Arau to Kuala Lumpur train arrive?

Arau to Kuala Lumpur train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Kuala Lumpur station.

Can I drive from Arau to Kuala Lumpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Arau to Kuala Lumpur is 474 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Arau to Kuala Lumpur.

How do I get a train ticket from Arau to Kuala Lumpur?

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Where can I stay near Kuala Lumpur?

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Arau to Kuala Lumpur - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Arau to Kuala Lumpurtrain Ets
5h 1m
RM 12–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Arau to Butterworthtrain Padang Besar
2. Take the bus from Butterworth to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus Butterworth
6h 59m
RM 90–133
Drive 473.7 km
1. Drive from Arau to Kuala Lumpurcar 473.7 km
5h 13m
RM 80–115
Tram, fly to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
1. Take the tram from Arau to Anak Bukittram
2. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane AOR - SZB
4h
RM 262–594
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alor Setar to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
7h 12m
RM 66–136
Fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane AOR - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T2 to Bandar Tasik Selatantrain
4h 29m
RM 123–427

Alor Setar (AOR) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 489.4 km
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Arau, Malaysia and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia?

KTM Intercity operates a train from Arau to Kuala Lumpur every 4 hours. Tickets cost RM 12–60 and the journey takes 5h 1m. Alternatively, Intercity Coach operates a bus from Alor Setar to Terminal Bersepadu Selatan 5 times a day. Tickets cost RM 85–100 and the journey takes 5h 38m. Cosmic Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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