Buses from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth from MYR 37 Feb 2026 ✅

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth Destination Reviews

Eddie O

Things moved according to plan. Very smooth travel

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Bus Express, Jasmine Express, Feb 1, 2026

Terence K

The coach was comfortable and the seats accomodating.

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Bus Express, Suasana Edaran Express, Jan 24, 2026

Philip H

Comfortable seat, driver drove to the road conditions permitting most passengers to sleep. So good we also booked our return.

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Bus Express, Suasana Edaran Express, Jan 21, 2026

Markus N

On time and a really goog Service

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Bus Express, Suasana Edaran Express, Jan 19, 2026

Leyli S

The arrival to Penang was late for nearly an hour , on the ticket arrival time one , but unreal we arrived 1 hour late

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Bus Express, Pancaran Matahari, Jan 19, 2026

Odo B

more than 2h delay

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Bus Express, Jasmine Express, Jan 10, 2026

Klaus H

The ride was quiet and comfortable. The bus left with a delay of 20 minutes and arrived almost 3 hours later than scheduled, so keep this in mind when taking the bus.

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Bus Express, Jasmine Express, Dec 31, 2025

Paul M

Bus station is ok for asia , but you have to get your boarding pass after showing your ticket, you have to pay a small tax charge too. You then go to the gate and show your pass. The bus is fairly modern , lots of legroom and wide seat. The standard of driving was normal for asia, a few hard stops , but incident free. If you are travelling to Georgetown , you need to change buses at Pinai , you handle your own luggage , the good news is that the bus station adjoins the ferry terminal, the boats run up to 10pm daily and every 30mins or so. Its 2RMB pp, and you can pay by card. You can arrange a grab taxi to take you to your hotel from other side.

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Bus Express, Jasmine Express, Dec 30, 2025

Tanja A

Plan more time, as it took us 7 hours to get from KL to Penang Butterworth (instead of 5 hours). But the driver was nice and driving securely and the seats were really comfy. Definitely a good and cheaper alternative to flying.

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Bus Express, Pancaran Matahari, Dec 30, 2025

Heur V

Bus had a weird smell. The bus was on time. Bus driver was ok.

Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth, Bus Express, Alya Xpress, Dec 26, 2025

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Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth Bus Schedule

Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Billion Stars Express	VIP	00:00	08:56	$7.56	3.8
Permata Utara	VIP	00:20	05:06	$9.51
Billion Stars Express	VIP	00:45	09:41	$7.56	3.8
KPB Express	Express	01:05	06:07	$9.51	4.7
Billion Stars Express	VIP	01:30	06:32	$7.56	3.8
Billion Stars Express	VIP	02:00	07:02	$7.56	3.8
Billion Stars Express	VIP	02:30	11:26	$7.56	3.8
Billion Stars Express	VIP	02:50	11:46	$7.56	3.8
Billion Stars Express	VIP	03:15	12:11	$7.56	3.8
Billion Stars Express	VIP	03:55	12:51	$7.56	3.8
Super Nice Express	VIP	04:15	09:17	$10.70	5.0
Billion Stars Express	VIP	05:00	13:56	$7.56	3.8
Billion Stars Express	VIP	05:30	10:32	$7.56	3.8
Billion Stars Express	VIP	06:00	14:56	$7.56	3.8
KPB Express	VIP 24	06:20	11:22	$8.32	2.0
Suasana Edaran Express	Express	06:45	11:33	$9.51	4.7
KPB Express	VIP 24	07:10	16:06	$8.32	2.0
Billion Stars Express	VIP	07:30	16:26	$7.56	3.8
Billion Stars Express	VIP	08:00	13:02	$8.32	3.8
Billion Stars Express	VIP	08:16	13:20	$21.40

How to get from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth 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 Butterworth 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 Butterworth?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth 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 Butterworth by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth is about 4h 55m. 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 Butterworth 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 Butterworth by Bus?

The ticket price from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth 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 Butterworth

Facts about the bus from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth

Cheapest Bus	$10
Fastest Bus	4h 55m
Earliest Bus	12:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes	164
Distance	780 kilometers
Bus Companies	AeroCity, Alya Xpress, Billion Stars Express, Cosmic Express, Golden Silk Holidays, Inter Top Express, Inter Top Express, Jadam Express, Jasmine Express, Kejora Express, Kesatuan Express, KPB Express, LA Holidays, Lexojaya Express, Mara Liner, Mayang Sari, Pancaran Matahari, Permata Utara, Poh Hai Travel, Progress Liner Express, Quick Liner Express, Sanwa Tours, Sri Maju Group, Suasana Edaran Express, Suasana Holiday, Suasana Holiday, Super Nice Express, Tra Express

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