What is the cheapest way to get from Penang to Kuala Nerang?

The cheapest way to get from Penang to Kuala Nerang is to car ferry and tram and bus which costs RM 4 - RM 27 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penang to Kuala Nerang?

The fastest way to get from Penang to Kuala Nerang is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs RM 24 - RM 35.

Is there a direct bus between Penang and Kuala Nerang?

No, there is no direct bus from Penang to Kuala Nerang. However, there are services departing from Terminal Komtar and arriving at Pejabat Pekhidmatan Veterinar Daerah Padang Terap via Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal and Pekan Rabu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Penang to Kuala Nerang?

The distance between Penang and Kuala Nerang is 168 km. The road distance is 142.8 km.

How do I travel from Penang to Kuala Nerang without a car?

The best way to get from Penang to Kuala Nerang without a car is to car ferry and train and bus which takes 4h 6m and costs RM 27 - RM 40.

How long does it take to get from Penang to Kuala Nerang?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Penang to Kuala Nerang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penang to Kuala Nerang bus from?

Penang to Kuala Nerang bus services, operated by Plusliner, depart from Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Penang to Kuala Nerang bus arrive?

Penang to Kuala Nerang bus services, operated by Plusliner, arrive at Alor Setar station.

Can I drive from Penang to Kuala Nerang?

Yes, the driving distance between Penang to Kuala Nerang is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Penang to Kuala Nerang.

Where can I stay near Kuala Nerang?

There are 123+ hotels available in Kuala Nerang.

Penang to Kuala Nerang - 6 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Penang to Kuala Nerang by car ferry, train, bus, taxi, tram, or car

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Car ferry, train, bus
best
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the train from Butterworth to Alor Setartrain
3. Take the bus from Pekan Rabu to Pejabat Pekhidmatan Veterinar Daerah Padang Terapbus K30
4h 6m
RM 28–39
Car ferry, tram, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the tram from Butterworth to Alor Startram
3. Take the bus from Pekan Rabu to Pejabat Pekhidmatan Veterinar Daerah Padang Terapbus K30
4h 25m
RM 5–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal to Alor Setarbus
2. Take the bus from Pekan Rabu to Pejabat Pekhidmatan Veterinar Daerah Padang Terapbus K30
6h 20m
RM 28–29
Car ferry, taxi
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the taxi from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Kuala Nerangtaxi
1h 50m
RM 282–342
Drive 142.8 km
1. Drive from George Town to Kuala Nerangcar 142.8 km
1h 42m
RM 25–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from George Town to Kuala Nerangtaxi 142.8 km
1h 42m
RM 310–380

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Distance: 167.7 km
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Penang, Malaysia and Kuala Nerang, Malaysia?

You can take a bus from Terminal Komtar to Pejabat Pekhidmatan Veterinar Daerah Padang Terap via Sungai Nibong Besar, Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal, and Pekan Rabu in around 6h 20m.

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