What is the cheapest way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

The cheapest way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur is to car ferry and train which costs RM 10 - RM 55 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

The fastest way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs RM 55 - RM 85.

Is there a direct bus between George Town and Kuala Lumpur?

No, there is no direct bus from George Town to Kuala Lumpur. However, there are services departing from Penang Komtar and arriving at Kl1821 Pasar Seni via Kl1025 Masjid Wilayah Pintu Utama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

The distance between George Town and Kuala Lumpur is 378 km. The road distance is 352.4 km.

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

The best way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur without a car is to car ferry and train which takes 5h 19m and costs RM 10 - RM 55.

How long does it take to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the George Town to Kuala Lumpur bus from?

George Town to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by Billion Stars Express, depart from Penang Komtar station.

Bus or fly from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

The best way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs RM 75 - RM 120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs RM 150 - RM 250 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the George Town to Kuala Lumpur bus arrive?

George Town to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by Billion Stars Express, arrive at Hentian Duta station.

Can I drive from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

Yes, the driving distance between George Town to Kuala Lumpur is 352 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from George Town to Kuala Lumpur.

Where can I stay near Kuala Lumpur?

There are 8189+ hotels available in Kuala Lumpur.

George Town to Kuala Lumpur - 7 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur by car ferry, train, bus, car, or plane

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Car ferry, train
best
1. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the train from Butterworth to Kuala Lumpurtrain Ets
5h 19m
RM 11–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Penang Komtar to Hentian Dutabus Penang Komtar
6h 24m
RM 75–111
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Drive from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Kuala Lumpurcar
4h 4m
RM 57–87
Fly to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane PEN - SZB
4h 21m
RM 154–249
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the bus from Butterworth to KL Sentralbus
8h 45m
RM 700
Drive 352.4 km
1. Drive from George Town to Kuala Lumpurcar 352.4 km
3h 50m
RM 59–86
Fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane PEN - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T2 to KL Sentraltrain
4h 50m
RM 115–307

George Town to Kuala Lumpur by bus

70Weekly Buses

6h 24mAverage Duration

RM 75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 378.2 km
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between George Town, Malaysia and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia?

Billion Stars Express operates a bus from Penang Komtar to Hentian Duta hourly. Tickets cost RM 70–110 and the journey takes 4h 47m. Alternatively, Firefly and Malindo Airways fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) every 3 hours.

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