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

The cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar is to bus which costs RM 45 - RM 110 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs RM 30 - RM 85.

Is there a direct bus between Kuala Lumpur and Kangar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hentian Duta and arriving at Kangar. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Kuala Lumpur and Kangar?

No, there is no direct train from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar. However, there are services departing from Kuala Lumpur and arriving at Arau via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Kangar is 499 km. The road distance is 476.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs RM 30 - RM 85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar, including transfers.

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

Kuala Lumpur to Kangar bus services, operated by Intercity Coach, depart from Hentian Duta station.

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

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

Train or bus from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar?

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs RM 30 - RM 85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 45 - RM 110 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to Kangar bus arrive?

Kuala Lumpur to Kangar bus services, operated by Intercity Coach, arrive at Kangar station.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to Kangar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuala Lumpur to Kangar is 477 km. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar?

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Where can I stay near Kangar?

There are 356+ hotels available in Kangar.

Kuala Lumpur to Kangar - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, MRT, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Kuala Lumpur to Kangar by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kuala Lumpur to Arautrain Ets
5h 5m
RM 33–85
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kuala Lumpur to Sungai Petanitrain Ets
2. Take the bus from Sungai Petani to Kangarbus
7h 39m
RM 28–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hentian Duta to Kangarbus
6h 57m
RM 45–110
Drive 476.9 km
1. Drive from Kuala Lumpur to Kangarcar 476.9 km
5h 17m
RM 81–117
MRT to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, fly to Alor Setar, train
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
3. Take the train from Alor Setar to Arautrain
5h 46m
RM 236–647
Bus via Sungai Petani
1. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Sungai Petanibus
2. Take the bus from Sungai Petani to Kangarbus
8h 41m
RM 75–112
Train to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, fly to Alor Setar, train
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
3. Take the train from Alor Setar to Arautrain
6h 17m
RM 149–438
Fly Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Langkawi International Airport, ferry, drive
1. Fly from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)plane SZB - LGK
2. Take the ferry from Langkawi International Airport to Tammalang Pierferry
3. Drive from Tammalang Pier to Kangarcar
9h 12m
RM 337–957

Kuala Lumpur to Kangar by bus

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Distance: 499.5 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

KTM Intercity operates a train from Kuala Lumpur to Arau every 4 hours. Tickets cost RM 12–60 and the journey takes 4h 57m. Alternatively, Intercity Coach operates a bus from Hentian Duta to Kangar 4 times a day. Tickets cost RM 90–105 and the journey takes 6h 57m. Mara Liner also services this route once daily.

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