Buses from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar from MYR 67 Mar 2027 ✅

Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar Destination Reviews

Lena A

Very Nice bus and driver, departed on time but we arrived over 4 hours later than planned Which led to us losing the last Ferry to langkawi.

Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar, Bus Express, Pancaran Matahari, Mar 20, 2026

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6 customer reviews

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Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar Bus Schedule

Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Permata Utara	VIP	00:00	06:02	$11.46
Permata Utara	VIP	00:16	06:33	$16.05
Permata Utara	VIP	00:32	06:49	$16.05
Permata Utara	VIP	00:55	07:12	$16.05
KPB Express	Express	01:15	07:32	$12.61
Quick Liner Express	Express	02:00	08:17	$10.32
Tra Express	Express	06:30	12:47	$12.61
Suasana Holiday	Express	07:00	13:17	$11.92
Cosmic Express	Express	07:25	18:35	$11.40
Inter Top Express	Executive	08:00	14:17	$11.46
Inter Top Express	Executive	08:30	14:47	$11.46
KPB Express	VIP 24	08:50	14:52	$11.46
Kristal Qirana	VIP	09:15	15:17	$11.46
Suasana Holiday	Express	09:35	15:52	$11.92
Inter Top Express	Executive	10:00	16:17	$11.00
Cosmic Express	Express	10:25	16:42	$14.90
Super Nice Express	VIP	10:45	17:02	$12.61
Suasana Edaran	Express	11:01	17:04	$11.00
Permata Utara	VIP	11:20	17:22	$11.46
Sri Maju Group	VIP 24	11:45	18:02	$9.86	5.0

How to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar is about 5h. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Kuala Lumpur and Alor Setar may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar by Bus?

The ticket price from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.

Transportation from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar

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Facts about the bus from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar

Cheapest Bus	$17
Fastest Bus	5h
Earliest Bus	12:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes	141
Distance	400 kilometers
Bus Companies	AeroCity Express, Bintong Express, Cosmic Express, Ekspres Mutiara, Highway Star Express, Intercity Coach, Intertop Express, Ivy MVS Express, Kejora Express, Kesatuan Express, KPB Express, Kristal Qirana, Maraliner, NT Lucky Express, Pancaran Matahari, Permata Utara, Quick Liner Express, Sani Express, Sri Maju Group, Suasana Edaran, Suasana Holiday Express, Super Nice Express, Tra Xpress

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