What is the cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar?

The cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar is to train which costs RM 11 - RM 75 and takes 4h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar?

The fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar is to MRT and fly which takes 3h 47m and costs RM 230 - RM 650.

Is there a direct bus between Kuala Lumpur and Alor Setar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from KL Sentral and arriving at Alor Setar. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Kuala Lumpur and Alor Setar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kuala Lumpur and arriving at Alor Setar. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Alor Setar is 451 km. The road distance is 435.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs RM 11 - RM 75.

How long does it take to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar?

The train from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar takes 4h 36m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar bus from?

Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar bus services, operated by Suasana Edaran, depart from KL Sentral station.

Where do I catch the Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar train from?

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

Train or bus from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar?

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs RM 11 - RM 75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 30 - RM 110 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar bus arrive?

Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar bus services, operated by Suasana Edaran, arrive at Alor Setar station.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar is 435 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar.

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

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Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and MRT

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setartrain Ets
4h 36m
RM 11–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from KL Sentral to Alor Setarbus KL Sentral
6h 3m
RM 30–110
Drive 435.2 km
1. Drive from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setarcar 435.2 km
4h 41m
RM 74–107
MRT to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, fly
1. Take the train from Pasar Seni to Kwasa Sentraltrain
2. Fly from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane SZB - AOR
3h 47m
RM 233–643
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Sungai Petanibus
2. Take the train from Sungai Petani to Alor Setartrain Butterworth
6h 5m
RM 66–112
Train to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bandar Tasik Selatan to Klia T2train
2. Fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane KUL - AOR
3h 59m
RM 137–436

Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar by train

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Distance: 450.6 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Alor Setar, Malaysia?

KTM Intercity operates a train from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar every 4 hours. Tickets cost RM 11–60 and the journey takes 4h 36m. KTM ETS also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Suasana Edaran operates a bus from KL Sentral to Alor Setar every 3 hours. Tickets cost RM 30–110 and the journey takes 6h 3m. Three other operators also service this route.

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