Arau to Malacca

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How to get from Arau to Malacca

When you want to get from Arau to Malacca, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Bus
Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 24.68. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.25.

How far is Arau from Malacca?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Arau to Malacca. Your trip will be a total of 241 miles (387 km). The flying distance is 241 miles (387 km).

How long does it take to get from Arau to Malacca?

The travel time from Arau to Malacca can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 8 to 16 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Arau to Malacca?

The cost of the trip from Arau to Malacca varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Mayang Sari: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 17.25 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 24.68.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Arau to Malacca:

Bus tickets - USD 17.14 to USD 20.08;
Train tickets - USD 24.73 to USD 24.73;

How many trips per day are there between Arau and Malacca?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Buses start plying the route from 08:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:00. There are 7 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 1 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Perlis to Malacca is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Arau to Malacca

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Arau to Malacca? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

50% decided to go for a bus.
50% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Arau to Malacca

Trains

$ 24.73
Buses

$ 17.14
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Taxis are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Arau to Malacca

Cheapest Transport	$18
Fastest Transport	7h 44m
Earliest Departure	8:30 AM
Latest Departure	10:00 PM
Departures per day	8
Distance	387 kilometers
Transport Companies	Intercity Coach, KKKL Travel and Tours, Mayang Sari, Sri Maju Group, Super Nice Express