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

The cheapest way to get from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur is to bus which costs RM 40 - RM 90 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs RM 45 - RM 95.

Is there a direct bus between Kulim and Kuala Lumpur?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kulim and arriving at Terminal Bersepadu Selatan. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Kulim and Kuala Lumpur?

No, there is no direct train from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur. However, there are services departing from Bukit Mertajam and arriving at Kuala Lumpur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur?

The distance between Kulim and Kuala Lumpur is 379 km. The road distance is 338.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs RM 45 - RM 95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur, including transfers.

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

Kulim to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by Cosmic Express, depart from Kulim station.

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

Kulim to Kuala Lumpur train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Bukit Mertajam station.

Train or bus from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur?

The best way to get from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs RM 45 - RM 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 40 - RM 90 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Kulim to Kuala Lumpur bus arrive?

Kulim to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by Cosmic Express, arrive at Terminal Bersepadu Selatan station.

Where does the Kulim to Kuala Lumpur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Kulim to Kuala Lumpur is 338 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur.

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

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Where can I stay near Kuala Lumpur?

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Kulim to Kuala Lumpur - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Kulim to Kuala Lumpur by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Kuala Lumpurtrain Ets
3h 40m
RM 45–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kulim to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
4h 33m
RM 40–90
Drive 338.2 km
1. Drive from Kulim to Kuala Lumpurcar 338.2 km
3h 48m
RM 58–83
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kulim to Kuala Lumpurtaxi 338.2 km
3h 48m
RM 550–700
Taxi, bus to Penang International Airport, fly to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
1. Take the taxi from Kulim to Bukit Mertajamtaxi
2. Take the bus from Bukit Mertajam to Sungai Nibong Bus Terminalbus
3. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane PEN - SZB
4h 43m
RM 190–304
Bus via Taiping
1. Take the bus from Kulim to Kamuntingbus
2. Take the bus from Kamunting to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
6h 20m
RM 60–134
Train to Alor Setar, fly to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
1. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Anak Bukittrain
2. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane AOR - SZB
5h 2m
RM 243–708
Taxi, bus to Penang International Airport, fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Kulim to Bukit Mertajamtaxi
2. Take the bus from Bukit Mertajam to Sungai Nibong Bus Terminalbus
3. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane PEN - KUL
4. Take the train from Klia T2 to Bandar Tasik Selatantrain
5h 18m
RM 151–337
Train to Alor Setar, fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Anak Bukittrain
2. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane AOR - KUL
3. Take the train from Klia T2 to Bandar Tasik Selatantrain
5h 31m
RM 194–531

Kulim to Kuala Lumpur by bus

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Distance: 378.6 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

KTM Intercity operates a train from Bukit Mertajam to Kuala Lumpur twice daily. Tickets cost RM 9–50 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Alternatively, Cosmic Express operates a bus from Kulim to Terminal Bersepadu Selatan every 3 hours. Tickets cost RM 45–90 and the journey takes 4h 33m. Two other operators also service this route.

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