Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Kuala Lumpur
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Kuala Lumpur to Penang Destination Reviews

MR
good driver and verry confortable car
Kuala Lumpur to Penang, taxi Standard 3pax, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, May 25, 2025
PP
Written as going to Georgetown, stops at the closed ferry
Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Bus Express, Maraliner, Oct 27, 2024
EB
There were no problems with purchasing the ticket online or receiving it from the attendant. However, at the gate (Gate 3 on July 9, 2024, at 12:15 PM), due to the inattentiveness of the girl at the door, I did not notice her and hurried to the gate with only 10 minutes left before the bus departure. She then shouted at me in a very rude and inappropriate manner, saying, “You can’t go anywhere without asking me.” I told her that se can’t talk to me like that and to correct her tone. However, she kept repeating what she said. I have never experienced such unprofessionalism and poor behavior in my life. Moreover, we had to load our own luggage onto the bus, which is extremely unprofessional. I was also very skeptical about the hygiene and cleanliness of the vehicle. The journey, which was supposed to take 5 hours, took 7.5 hours, resulting in a significant delay.
Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Bus Express, Super Nice Express, Jul 10, 2024
NB
2 hours initial delay and then another 1.5 hours on top of the 5 hours of the planned journey. So it took us 8.5 hours instead of 5. Seats were comfortable though.
Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Jun 13, 2024
AF
Very good. Trip from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, which took approximately 5 hours was smooth and comfortable. Temperature was ok. USB available for charging phone was available bit not working.
Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Bus Express, KKKL Express, Jun 8, 2024
RR
we can choose seat in website but practically no seat choice, free seating.
Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, May 23, 2024
EB
For this trip you’re gonna need a blanket, neck pillow, snacks, a cap, headphones and a good playlist. It is true what the other reviews tell you. The bus driver seems very careless with his passengers. Luckily for us he was accompanied with a man who was closer to nice and spoke English. The aircon is very cold and the bus smells of old cigarettes… BUT there are lots of leg room and the seats can transform to a semi bed.
Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Feb 29, 2024
SS
3 hours late at pick up point. 7 hour drive instead of 5. So overall delay of 5 hours.
Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Feb 8, 2024
JD
Bus delayed for 1.5 hours with no info provided, weren’t allowed on the next bus even though that arrived earlier than our bus.
Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Jul 30, 2023
C
The bus was 1 hour late, my seat was old three different times, so that caused a bit of confusion period ... Earlier reviews talked about having a tablet and massage seats karma but my bus had neither.. and my charging port did not work.. but it got me from point a to point b..
Kuala Lumpur to Penang, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Jul 13, 2023
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Kuala Lumpur to Penang Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
THS Transportation
Economy 2pax
Any time
+4h
$152.57
Bus
Prisma Express
Express
00:30
09:26
$9.08
Bus
Mayang Sari
Express
01:45
10:41
$8.99
Bus
Alisan Golden Coach
SVIP
02:30
11:26
$9.66
Flight
Batik Air Malaysia
Economy
05:00
06:00
$29.24
  4.3
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
06:35
07:35
$18.32
  5.0
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
07:00
08:00
$41.09
  4.8
Bus
Cosmic Express
Express
07:25
16:21
$10.76
Flight
Malaysia Airlines
Economy
07:45
08:45
$48.84
  5.0
Flight
Malaysia Airlines
Economy
08:05
09:05
$90.40
  5.0
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
08:25
09:20
$49.59
  5.0
Bus
Jasmine Express
Express
08:45
17:41
$8.84
Flight
Malaysia Airlines
Economy
09:05
10:05
$40.18
  5.0
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
09:25
10:20
$61.85
  5.0
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
09:45
10:40
$50.73
  4.8
Flight
Malaysia Airlines
Economy
10:10
14:25
$1,508.59
Bus
Inter Top Express
Executive
10:30
19:26
$8.89
  5.0
Flight
Malaysia Airlines
Economy
10:50
11:50
$49.04
  5.0
Flight
Scoot
Economy
11:10
20:50
$250.59
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
11:30
12:35
$72.27
  4.8

Transportation Overview: Kuala Lumpur to Penang

The route from Kuala Lumpur to Penang connects the national capital to the northern state in 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 40)

Travel Duration and Distance

Parameter Value Land Distance Approximately 339 km (211 miles) Direct Flight Distance 283 km (176 miles) Shortest Journey 1h Longest Journey 17h

Travelers departing from Kuala Lumpur typically use TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) for bus services or KL Sentral for rail connections. Upon reaching Penang, arrivals are concentrated at the main terminal or the central railway station.

Ticket Prices: Kuala Lumpur to Penang

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

Category Description
Budget vs. Premium bus offers the lowest entry price at MYR 40, while bus (up to MYR 40) ensures a higher level of comfort.
Availability Tickets for bus and other modes are available for daily booking.

Practical Travel Tips

Topic Details Departure TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) is a large, integrated facility; arrive at least 45 minutes before departure to navigate the terminal and exchange electronic vouchers for physical boarding passes. Arrival Most long-distance buses arrive at the main terminal in Penang, where you can access local taxis or ride-sharing services to reach the city center. General Standard luggage allowance is usually one large suitcase and one carry-on; ensure all bags are labeled before checking them into the hold.

Returning to Kuala Lumpur

Return trips from Penang to Kuala Lumpur 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 it from Kuala Lumpur to Penang?

The land distance between the two locations is approximately 339 km.

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

The avia is the quickest transport mode, with a duration of approximately 1h.

What is the cheapest price for a ticket on this route?

The most budget-friendly option is the bus, with prices starting at MYR 40.

Transportation from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Facts about the transport from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure6:20 AM
Latest Departure11:20 PM
Departures per day9
Distance339 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAerobus, AirAsia, AirAsia, AirAsia, AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia, Batik Air Malaysia, Batik Air Malaysia, Batik Air Malaysia, Batik Air Malaysia, Batik Air Malaysia, Columbia Leisure, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, DTY Holidays, Dusky Leaf Adventure, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Firefly, Firefly, Firefly, Firefly, Firefly, FQD Travel, Garuda Indonesia, IndiGo, IndiGo, Kesatuan Express, Khaimal Travel and Tours, Malaysia Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Oman Air, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, THS Transportation, Travelex Tour, Turkish Airlines, ZMT Enterprise