What is the cheapest way to get from Penang to Kelam Cave?

The cheapest way to get from Penang to Kelam Cave is to car ferry and tram which costs RM 13 - RM 45 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penang to Kelam Cave?

The fastest way to get from Penang to Kelam Cave is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs RM 80 - RM 130.

How far is it from Penang to Kelam Cave?

The distance between Penang and Kelam Cave is 174 km. The road distance is 182.2 km.

How long does it take to get from Penang to Kelam Cave?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Penang to Kelam Cave, including transfers.

Can I drive from Penang to Kelam Cave?

Yes, the driving distance between Penang to Kelam Cave is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Penang to Kelam Cave.

Where can I stay near Kelam Cave?

There are 317+ hotels available in Kelam Cave.

Penang to Kelam Cave - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, tram, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Penang to Kelam Cave by car ferry, tram, bus, car, or train

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

Car ferry, tram
best
1. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the tram from Butterworth to Bukit Ketritram Padang Besar Line
2h 59m
RM 14–42
Car ferry, bus
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 Kangarbus
4h 29m
RM 30–66
Car ferry, drive
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 Kelam Cavecar
2h 30m
RM 77–122
Car ferry, train
1. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the train from Butterworth to Bukit Ketritrain Butterworth
3h 2m
RM 45–70
Drive 182.2 km
1. Drive from George Town to Kelam Cavecar 182.2 km
2h 22m
RM 85–122

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Map of how to get from Penang to Kelam Cave.

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Distance: 173.6 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Penang, Malaysia and Kelam Cave, Malaysia?

There is no direct connection from Penang to Kelam Cave. However, you can take the car ferry to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal, walk to Butterworth, take the vehicle to Bukit Ketri, then drive to Kelam Cave. Alternatively, you can take a car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Kelam Cave via Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal, Butterworth Bus Terminal, and Kangar in around 4h 29m.

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