What is the cheapest way to get from Penang to Bachok?

The cheapest way to get from Penang to Bachok is to car ferry and drive which costs RM 55 - RM 90 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penang to Bachok?

The fastest way to get from Penang to Bachok is to fly which takes 1h 23m and costs RM 230 - RM 550.

Is there a direct bus between Penang and Bachok?

No, there is no direct bus from Penang to Bachok. However, there are services departing from Lebuh Carnavon and arriving at Melor via Sungai Nibong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Penang to Bachok?

The distance between Penang and Bachok is 267 km. The road distance is 349.3 km.

How do I travel from Penang to Bachok without a car?

The best way to get from Penang to Bachok without a car is to bus which takes 8h 42m and costs RM 120 - RM 210.

How long does it take to get from Penang to Bachok?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Penang to Bachok, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penang to Bachok bus from?

Penang to Bachok bus services, operated by Ekspres Mutiara, depart from Sungai Nibong station.

Bus or fly from Penang to Bachok?

The best way to get from Penang to Bachok is to fly which takes 1h 23m and costs RM 230 - RM 550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 120 - RM 210 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Penang to Bachok bus arrive?

Penang to Bachok bus services, operated by Ekspres Mutiara, arrive at Melor station.

Can I drive from Penang to Bachok?

Yes, the driving distance between Penang to Bachok is 349 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Penang to Bachok.

Where can I stay near Bachok?

There are 1017+ hotels available in Bachok.

Penang to Bachok - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car ferry, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Penang to Bachok by plane, bus, car ferry, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR)plane PEN - KBR
1h 23m
RM 238–550
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Drive from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Bachokcar
5h 9m
RM 57–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sungai Nibong to Melorbus
8h 42m
RM 127–207
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the bus from Sungai Petani to Bus Terminal Kota Bharubus Sungai Petani
9h 59m
RM 76–152
Car ferry, bus via Changlun
1. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the bus from Butterworth Bus Terminal to Changlunbus
3. Take the bus from Changlun to Bachokbus
12h 5m
RM 63–207
Drive 349.3 km
1. Drive from George Town to Bachokcar 349.3 km
5h 2m
RM 60–86

Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR) flights

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Distance: 267.3 km
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Penang, Malaysia and Bachok, Malaysia?

Firefly flies from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR) once daily. Alternatively, Ekspres Mutiara operates a bus from Sungai Nibong to Melor twice daily. Tickets cost RM 90–160 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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