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

The cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Penang is to train and car ferry which costs RM 11 - RM 55 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Penang is to MRT and fly which takes 3h 3m and costs RM 130 - RM 220.

Is there a direct bus between Kuala Lumpur and Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuala Lumpur to Penang. However, there are services departing from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan and arriving at Lebuh Carnavon via Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Kuala Lumpur to Penang?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Penang is 378 km. The road distance is 353.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Penang without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 4h 40m and costs RM 11 - RM 55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, including transfers.

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

Kuala Lumpur to Penang bus services, operated by KKKL Express, depart from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan station.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to Penang bus arrive?

Kuala Lumpur to Penang bus services, operated by KKKL Express, arrive at Sungai Nibong station.

Can I drive from Kuala Lumpur to Penang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuala Lumpur to Penang is 353 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Kuala Lumpur to Penang.

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

Book your Kuala Lumpur to Penang bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2423+ hotels available in Penang.

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

How to get fromKuala Lumpur to Penang

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, car ferry
best
1. Take the train from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworthtrain Ets
2. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
4h 40m
RM 12–51
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from KL Sentral to Butterworthbus KL Sentral
2. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
5h 29m
RM 30–92
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcar
2. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
4h
RM 60–86
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 Penang International Airport (PEN)plane SZB - PEN
3h 3m
RM 133–213
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Sungai Nibongbus Kl
6h 16m
RM 99–137
Drive 353.3 km
1. Drive from Kuala Lumpur to George Towncar 353.3 km
3h 49m
RM 60–87
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 Penang International Airport (PEN)plane KUL - PEN
3h 41m
RM 102–275

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

65Weekly Planes

1h 13mAverage Duration

RM 133Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Kuala Lumpur to Penang.

Launch map view

Distance: 378.2 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

KKKL Express operates a bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Sungai Nibong every 3 hours. Tickets cost RM 40–90 and the journey takes 5h. Two other operators also service this route.

Airlines