What is the cheapest way to get from Kulim to Penang Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Kulim to Penang Hill is to drive which costs RM 7 - RM 11 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kulim to Penang Hill?

The fastest way to get from Kulim to Penang Hill is to drive which takes 42 min and costs RM 7 - RM 11.

Is there a direct bus between Kulim and Penang Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Kulim to Penang Hill. However, there are services departing from (M1) The Summit and arriving at Pejabat Pos Ayer Itam via Terminal Komtar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Kulim to Penang Hill?

The distance between Kulim and Penang Hill is 51 km. The road distance is 43.1 km.

How do I travel from Kulim to Penang Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Kulim to Penang Hill without a car is to bus and line 201 bus which takes 2h 24m and costs RM 50 - RM 130.

How long does it take to get from Kulim to Penang Hill?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Kulim to Penang Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kulim to Penang Hill bus from?

Kulim to Penang Hill bus services, operated by Rapid Penang, depart from (M1) The Summit station.

Where does the Kulim to Penang Hill bus arrive?

Kulim to Penang Hill bus services, operated by Rapid Penang, arrive at Terminal Komtar station.

Can I drive from Kulim to Penang Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Kulim to Penang Hill is 43 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Kulim to Penang Hill.

Where can I stay near Penang Hill?

There are 2363+ hotels available in Penang Hill.

Kulim to Penang Hill - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, line 201 bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Kulim to Penang Hill by bus, car, car ferry, taxi, train, or tram

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Bus, line 201 bus
best
1. Take the bus from (M1) The Summit to Terminal Komtarbus Ct14
2. Take the bus from Terminal Komtar to Pejabat Pos Ayer Itambus 201 / ...
2h 24m
RM 53–126
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Kulim to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcar
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
55 min
RM 8–12
Taxi, train, car ferry, line 201 bus, tram
1. Take the taxi from Kulim to Bukit Mertajamtaxi
2. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Butterworthtrain
3. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
4. Take the bus from (M1) Jetty B to Pejabat Pos Ayer Itambus 201 / ...
5. Take the tram from Penang Hill Railway Lower Station to Penang Hill Railway Upper Stationtram
2h 30m
RM 56–143
Bus, line 204 bus
1. Take the bus from (M1) The Summit to Terminal Komtarbus Ct14
2. Take the bus from Terminal Komtar to Stesen Bukit Benderabus 204
2h 45m
RM 53–127
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Kulim to Bukit Mertajamtaxi
2. Take the bus from Bukit Mertajam to Sungai Nibong Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the taxi from Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal to Penang Hilltaxi
46 min
RM 67–82
Drive 43.1 km
1. Drive from Kulim to Penang Hillcar 43.1 km
42 min
RM 8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kulim to Penang Hilltaxi 43.1 km
42 min
RM 85–110

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Distance: 51.4 km
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Kulim, Malaysia and Penang Hill, Penang, Malaysia?

You can take a vehicle from Kulim to Penang Hill Railway Upper Station via (M1) The Summit, Terminal Komtar, Pejabat Pos Ayer Itam, and Penang Hill Railway Lower Station in around 2h 24m.

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