What is the cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam?

The cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam is to train and bus which costs RM 30 - RM 100 and takes 7h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam?

The fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs RM 80 - RM 120.

Is there a direct bus between Kuala Lumpur and Pulau Ketam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hentian Duta and arriving at Kuala Perlis. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Kuala Lumpur and Pulau Ketam?

No, there is no direct train from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam. However, there are services departing from Kuala Lumpur and arriving at Arau via Bukit Mertajam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Pulau Ketam is 499 km. The road distance is 479.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs RM 70 - RM 140.

How long does it take to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam bus from?

Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam bus services, operated by Cosmic Express, depart from Hentian Duta station.

Where do I catch the Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam train from?

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

Train or bus from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam?

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs RM 70 - RM 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 90 - RM 100 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam bus arrive?

Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam bus services, operated by Cosmic Express, arrive at Kuala Perlis station.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam train arrive?

Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Bukit Mertajam station.

Can I drive from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam is 479 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam.

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

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Where can I stay near Pulau Ketam?

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Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kuala Lumpur to Bukit Mertajamtrain Ets
2. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Arautrain Butterworth
5h 43m
RM 74–136
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworthtrain Ets
2. Take the bus from Butterworth Bus Terminal to Kuala Perlisbus
7h 18m
RM 31–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hentian Duta to Kuala Perlisbus
6h 56m
RM 90–100
Drive 479.1 km
1. Drive from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketamcar 479.1 km
5h 21m
RM 81–117
Fly Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Alor Setar, bus
1. Fly from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane SZB - AOR
2. Take the bus from Jitra to Kuala Perlisbus
5h 31m
RM 242–606
Bus via Kj461 Hentian Kajang
1. Take the bus from Kajang to Kuala Perlisbus
9h 53m
RM 97–110
Fly Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Langkawi International Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)plane SZB - LGK
2. Take the ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Kuala Perlisferry
5h 51m
RM 283–998
Train to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, fly to Alor Setar, bus
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 bus from Jitra to Kuala Perlisbus
5h 55m
RM 156–490
Train to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, fly to Langkawi International Airport, ferry
1. Take the train from Bandar Tasik Selatan to Klia T2train
2. Fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)plane KUL - LGK
3. Take the ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Kuala Perlisferry
6h 14m
RM 187–712

Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam by bus

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Distance: 499.3 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Pulau Ketam, Perlis, Malaysia?

You can take a train from Kuala Lumpur to Pulau Ketam via Bukit Mertajam and Arau in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, Cosmic Express operates a bus from Hentian Duta to Kuala Perlis every 4 hours. Tickets cost RM 70–120 and the journey takes 6h 56m. Two other operators also service this route.

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