Penang to Besut

Penang to Besut

Penang
Besut
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Penang to Besut Destination Reviews

LV
Ludyvine V
Extremely bad trip. We were supposed to arrive at 4pm and we arrived at 6: 30 pm. The driver told us the duration of the journey they sell is a lie. It is impossible to arrive at the time they mentionned. So we also missed our boat trip because of them and had to pay for an extra night hotel. The complaint service is also very poor. Nobody helped. Don t use their service
Penang to Besut, Bus Express, Ekspres Perdana, Jul 27, 2026
EB
Edith B
Too colf
Penang to Besut, Bus Express, Ekspres Perdana, May 23, 2026
BZ
Brigit Z
We had to be at Komtar before 9 to get tge minivan to the busstation further out… we where there at 9.15 and in the end the bus left there at 10.30!!! Be at Jomta half an hour later would have been early enough.
Penang to Besut, Bus Express, Alibaba Express, Apr 25, 2026
TZ
Tomas Z
Service and bus was great. Two bad things were: 1. AC over your head could not 100% turn off 2. There is no WC in the bus
Penang to Besut, Bus Express, Ekspres Perdana, Mar 19, 2026
MM
Marleen M
the bus was good and modern, the drive was safe. but it was way too cold in there and we only stopped one time for toilet.
Penang to Besut, Bus Express, Ekspres Perdana, Feb 6, 2026
T
Tanya
I bought the trip with the info that there was wifi aboard. There was no Wifi. We arent sure but it felt like the bus made more stops to let people off than scheduled.
Penang to Besut, Bus Express, Ekspres Perdana, Oct 5, 2025
JN
Jeremy N
Night bus between Penang and Kuala Besut. Impossible to sleep.
Penang to Besut, Bus Express, Ekspres Mutiara, Sep 19, 2025
MC
Monica C
Overall, a good experience. Punctual. In Penang, you have to arrive at the station early, as you have to pay some fees and go through a small checkpoint. It makes a stop at the beginning of the walk, but in a rather dirty place for food and the restrooms. It arrives on time in Kuala Besut, and there are several companies that offer to buy ferry tickets to the Perhentian Islands with them, and they even take you by taxi to the pier if you book with them. The bus is quite comfortable although they don't provide blankets or anything else and it's cold.
Penang to Besut, Bus Express, Ekspres Perdana, Sep 12, 2025
AK
Andreas K
Comfortable ride but arrival time was 1,5 hours later than expected . Not due to traffic jams! Just a longer drive than was stated on the website
Penang to Besut, Bus Express, Ekspres Perdana, Sep 5, 2025
AS
Aline S
Comfortable and reliable bus from Penang to Kuala Besut. Everything went smoothly. Just note that the air conditioning is quite strong, so bring a jacket or scarf.
Penang to Besut, Bus Express, Ekspres Perdana, Aug 4, 2025
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Penang to Besut Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Ekspress Mutiara
Express
08:30
15:50
$11.55
Bus
Queen Express
Express
09:30
16:54
$10.74
Bus
Queen Express
Executive 1X2
09:30
16:54
$10.74
Bus
Ekspres Mutiara
Express
09:45
17:09
$10.86
  4.0
Bus
Ekspres Perdana
Express
10:00
17:24
$10.58
  4.5
Bus
Perdana Express
Express
10:00
17:24
$11.50
Bus
Ekspress Mutiara
Express
20:30
03:50
$11.55
Bus
Ekspres Perdana
Express
21:00
04:24
$11.38
  4.5
Bus
Perdana Express
Express
21:00
04:24
$11.50
Bus
Queen Express
Express
21:30
04:54
$10.74
Bus
Queen Express
Executive 1X2
21:30
04:54
$10.74
Bus
Ekspres Mutiara
Express
21:45
05:09
$10.86
  4.0
Bus
Ekspres Perdana
Express
22:00
05:24
$11.38
  4.5
Bus
Alibaba Express
Express
22:00
05:21
$11.44
  4.0
Bus
Darul Naim Express
Express
22:30
07:36
$12.65

How to get from Penang to Besut

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

  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. 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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 498.61. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 12.22.

How far is Penang from Besut?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Penang to Besut. Your trip will be a total of 173 miles (278 km). The flying distance is 173 miles (278 km).

How long does it take to get from Penang to Besut?

The travel time from Penang to Besut can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 11 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Penang to Besut?

The cost of the trip from Penang to Besut varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Ekspres Mutiara: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 12.22 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 498.61.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 12.22 to USD 36.42;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 228.77 to USD 498.61.

How many trips per day are there between Penang and Besut?

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 23:00. There are 39 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Penang to Besut any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Penang to Besut 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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Penang to Besut. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 228.77.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Penang to Besut

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Penang to Besut? 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:

  • 99% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Penang to Besut

Facts about the transport from Penang to Besut

Cheapest Transport$13
Fastest Transport5h 33m
Earliest Departure8:30 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day54
Distance278 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, DTY Holidays, Ekspres Mutiara, Ekspres Mutiara, Ekspres Perdana, Ekspres Perdana, Naza Express, Naza Express, Poh Hai Travel, Queen Express, Queen Express