What is the cheapest way to get from Kempas to Penang?

The cheapest way to get from Kempas to Penang is to train and car ferry which costs RM 28 - RM 100 and takes 8h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kempas to Penang?

The fastest way to get from Kempas to Penang is to fly which takes 1h 27m and costs RM 240 - RM 470.

Is there a direct bus between Kempas and Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Kempas to Penang. However, there are services departing from Larkin Bus Terminal and arriving at Lebuh Carnavon via Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Kempas to Penang?

The distance between Kempas and Penang is 573 km. The road distance is 671.2 km.

How do I travel from Kempas to Penang without a car?

The best way to get from Kempas to Penang without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 8h 56m and costs RM 28 - RM 100.

How long does it take to get from Kempas to Penang?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Kempas to Penang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempas to Penang bus from?

Kempas to Penang bus services, operated by Billion Stars Express, depart from Larkin Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Kempas to Penang?

The best way to get from Kempas to Penang is to fly which takes 1h 27m and costs RM 240 - RM 470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 100 - RM 240 and takes 10h 40m.

Where does the Kempas to Penang bus arrive?

Kempas to Penang bus services, operated by Billion Stars Express, arrive at Sungai Nibong station.

Can I drive from Kempas to Penang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempas to Penang is 671 km. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Kempas to Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2496+ hotels available in Penang.

Kempas to Penang - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car ferry, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kempas to Penang by plane, train, car ferry, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Senai International Airport (JHB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane JHB - PEN
1h 27m
RM 243–461
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kempas Baru to Butterworthtrain Ets
2. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
8h 56m
RM 29–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Larkin Bus Terminal to Sungai Nibongbus Larkin Bus Terminal
10h 40m
RM 103–233
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Kempas to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcar
2. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
7h 21m
RM 112–161
Train, car ferry via Kempas Baru Station
1. Take the train from Kempas Baru Station to Butterworthtrain Northbound
2. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
9h 3m
RM 120–121
Drive 671.2 km
1. Drive from Kempas to George Towncar 671.2 km
7h 10m
RM 113–162

Senai International Airport (JHB) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

71Weekly Planes

2h 20mAverage Duration

RM 175Cheapest Price

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Distance: 572.7 km
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Kempas, Malaysia and Penang, Malaysia?

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, and Firefly fly from Senai International Airport (JHB) to Penang International Airport (PEN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Billion Stars Express operates a bus from Larkin Bus Terminal to Sungai Nibong every 3 hours. Tickets cost RM 85–210 and the journey takes 9h 15m. KPB Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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