What is the cheapest way to get from George Town to Malacca?

The cheapest way to get from George Town to Malacca is to car ferry and train and bus which costs RM 40 - RM 170 and takes 8h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from George Town to Malacca?

The fastest way to get from George Town to Malacca is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs RM 80 - RM 120.

Is there a direct bus between George Town and Malacca?

No, there is no direct bus from George Town to Malacca. However, there are services departing from Penang Komtar and arriving at Malacca Mahkota Medical Centre via Melaka Sentral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from George Town to Malacca?

The distance between George Town and Malacca is 497 km. The road distance is 491.1 km.

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

The best way to get from George Town to Malacca without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs RM 55 - RM 160.

How long does it take to get from George Town to Malacca?

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from George Town to Malacca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the George Town to Malacca bus from?

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

Bus or fly from George Town to Malacca?

The best way to get from George Town to Malacca is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs RM 55 - RM 160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs RM 700 - RM 1300 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the George Town to Malacca bus arrive?

George Town to Malacca bus services, operated by Billion Stars Express, arrive at Melaka Sentral station.

Can I drive from George Town to Malacca?

Yes, the driving distance between George Town to Malacca is 491 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from George Town to Malacca.

How do I get a bus ticket from George Town to Malacca?

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George Town to Malacca - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from George Town to Malacca by bus, car ferry, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Penang Komtar to Melaka Sentralbus Penang Komtar
8h 10m
RM 56–153
Car ferry, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the train from Butterworth to Kl Sentraltrain Ets
3. Take the train from KL Sentral to Klia T1train
4. Take the bus from Klia to Malacca Mahkota Medical Centrebus
8h 17m
RM 42–167
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Drive from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Malaccacar
5h 41m
RM 82–122
Fly to Malacca International Airport
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Malacca International Airport (MKZ)plane PEN - MKZ
5h 47m
RM 703–1,304
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the bus from Butterworth to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Melaka Sentralbus
8h 46m
RM 70–107
Drive 491.1 km
1. Drive from George Town to Malaccacar 491.1 km
5h 27m
RM 84–120
Fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane PEN - KUL
2. Take the bus from KL International Airport T2 to Malacca Mahkota Medical Centrebus
7h 1m
RM 140–272
Fly to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, bus
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane PEN - SZB
2. Take the bus from TBS Kuala Lumpur to Alor Gajah Tollbus
7h 22m
RM 168–280

Penang International Airport (PEN) to Malacca International Airport (MKZ) flights

6Weekly Planes

3h 52mAverage Duration

RM 262Cheapest Price

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Distance: 497.5 km
Duration: 8h 10m

What companies run services between George Town, Malaysia and Malacca, Malaysia?

Billion Stars Express operates a bus from Penang Komtar to Melaka Sentral 3 times a day. Tickets cost RM 55–160 and the journey takes 7h 6m. Alternatively, Scoot Tigerair and AirAsia fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Malacca International Airport (MKZ) 6 times a week.

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