Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur by bus, train, flight, taxi from MYR 55

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur Destination Reviews

Michelle

It's still necessary in 2026 to print the voucher and to pick up your ticket at the counter even when you already payed online. Why is not possible to receive a QR Code or something else and get your ticket immediatly per Mail? Additionaly we arrived 2 hrs late at our destination and the bus was not really clean. The curtains on my window where covered with something that looked like tomato sauce.

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Executive, Plusliner, May 2, 2026

Joseph W

the travel and bus was completely fine, but the location for pick up was poorly described, the map location was the empty jasmine office, the address was a 15 minute walk for the actual location in the middle of nowhere and the actual place wasn’t on my ticket and in the ferry/bus terminal. All information concerning the pick up location was contradictory. Travel was good though, simple and decent bus

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express, Jasmine Express, Apr 14, 2026

Josephine R

Delayed 1 hr- the trip should be 5 hrs but it took 9 hrs.

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express, AeroCity, Mar 26, 2026

Andrew L

Bus was on time, comfy. Good driver and stopped for bathroom breaks too. All good.

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Executive, Plusliner, Feb 27, 2026

Jivan V

There was an hour delay and the last part of the trip was very uncomfortable. The bus seemed old and I think there was an issue with the engine since it jerked back and forth the whole time. At one point it even felt like we were not moving at all on the highway (we continuously moved forward and then stopt abruptly).

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express, Tra Express, Feb 23, 2026

Sebastian S

Overall, everything went well. We had two stops on our trip. The busdriver went out without telling us how long we gonna pause here and whether there is the option to go on toilet. Just the bus driver was very egoistic and took that opportunity. Everyone else stayed in the bus because of the fear to be left behind.

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Executive, Plusliner, Feb 12, 2026

Joseph

Was late departing and arriving but apart from that wasn’t too bad

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Executive, Plusliner, Dec 12, 2025

Carl T

Average experience. Bus wasn't as advertised and was tired. Arrived nearly 1 hour later to the final destination. Seat allocation wasn't enforced. Otherwise comfortable

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP 24, KPB Express, Dec 6, 2025

Neil P

Pleasant trip. Comfortable and relaxing.

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Super Nice Express, Dec 3, 2025

Juha J

Bus was one hour late right from the start and we almost still missed the bus as they told us that no bus was coming yet for another 30 minutes (it came right after we had asked about this). No communication from the bus driver at all about the one and only bathroom break.

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Oct 13, 2025

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Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	00:00	04:55	$10.58	3.3
Bus	Kejora Mashyur Kl	VIP	00:29	09:25	$9.40
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	00:45	05:40	$8.93	3.4
Bus	Super Nice Express	Express	07:00	11:41	$8.23
Bus	KPB Express	VIP 24	07:30	12:25	$7.05	5.0
Bus	KPB Express	VIP 24	08:00	12:55	$10.58	5.0
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	08:30	13:25	$8.93	3.3
Bus	Kejora Mashyur Kl	VIP	08:59	14:02	$9.40
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	09:15	14:10	$8.93	3.4
Bus	Suasana Edaran	Express	09:31	14:12	$9.40
Bus	Kejora TBS	VIP	09:59	14:54	$9.40
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	10:15	15:10	$8.93	3.4
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	10:45	19:29	$10.58	3.3
Bus	Mara Liner	Express	11:15	19:51	$8.72
Bus	Jadam Express	Express 44	11:31	20:27	$12.93
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	12:00	16:55	$8.93	3.4
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	12:30	17:25	$8.93	3.4
Bus	Kejora Mashyur Kl	VIP	12:59	18:02	$9.40
Bus	Persada Taiping	Express	13:15	18:18	$9.40
Bus	KKKL Travel and Tours	Express	13:45	18:48	$9.64	4.0

Transportation Overview: Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur

The route from Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur connects the northern transport hub of Penang to the national capital of Malaysia. Travelers can choose from multiple transport options, ranging from the bus for budget trips to the avia for quicker arrivals.

Criteria	Information
Fastest Option	avia (1h)
Most Budget-Friendly	bus (Starting at MYR 38.51)

Travel Duration and Distance

Parameter Value Land Distance Approximately 851 km (529 miles) Flight Distance 851 km (529 miles) Shortest Journey 1h Longest Journey 26h

Departures from Butterworth primarily utilize Penang Sentral, the region's integrated transportation hub. Arrivals in Kuala Lumpur are typically concentrated at TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) for bus services or KL Sentral for rail services.

Ticket Prices: Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur

Fares vary by operator and season. Billion Stars Express currently offers competitive rates.

Category	Description
Budget vs. Premium	bus offers the lowest entry price at MYR 38.51, while avia (up to MYR 5977.86) ensures a higher level of comfort.
Availability	Tickets for bus and other modes are available for daily booking.

Practical Travel Tips

Topic Details Departure Most services depart from Penang Sentral in Butterworth; ensure you arrive 30 minutes early to locate your specific boarding platform within the multi-level complex. Arrival If arriving at TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) in Kuala Lumpur, use the internal bridge to access the LRT Sri Petaling Line or the KLIA Transit for onward travel to the city center. General Luggage space is limited on standard buses; passengers with oversized items should confirm baggage policies with Billion Stars Express or their chosen carrier before departure.

Returning to Butterworth

Return trips from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth are generally available via the same transport modes. We recommend checking the latest schedule for bus or avia to ensure a smooth return journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Butterworth from Kuala Lumpur?

The land distance between these two locations is approximately 851 km.

What is the fastest way to travel from Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur?

The fastest transit option completes the journey in approximately 1h.

What is the cheapest ticket price for this route?

Prices for the bus start as low as MYR 38.51 for a one-way trip.

Transportation from Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur

Popular Routes

Cheapest Transport	$14
Fastest Transport	1h
Earliest Departure	12:45 AM
Latest Departure	11:59 PM
Departures per day	174
Distance	386 kilometers
Transport Companies	AirAsia, AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia, Batik Air Malaysia, Billion Stars Express, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, DTY Holidays, Firefly, Ivy MVS Express, Jasmine Express, Jasmine Express, Khaimal Travel and Tours, Malaysia Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Myanmar Airways Intl, Quick Liner Express, Sin Pen Travel, Singapore Airlines, StarMart, StarMart Express, StarMart Express, StarMart SG, THS Transportation, Tra Express, Trans MVS Express

Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur