Penang to Kuala Lumpur by train, bus, van, flight, taxi from MYR 52

Penang to Kuala Lumpur Destination Reviews

Alexander L

Bus departuted without me because the shuttle from Geirgetown was way to late. I had to wait 90min on the terminal to take the next bus. Just a waist of time because the people on the desk werent abme to organize a Shuttle.

Penang to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Aug 23, 2026

Elbadawi E

this indian madam was on bus office in penang was deal with ys with very rude

Penang to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Aug 18, 2026

Rianna T

The bus stopped at Butterworth for a while - I did not realise it was taking that route so it would've been easier for me to get on there.

Penang to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express, KKKL Express, Aug 13, 2026

Hannah

despite all the negative reviews, the bus was great and dropped me off earlier

Penang to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Jun 21, 2026

Euan F

Timings on the trip were 12:25pm - 5:12pm we didn’t get there till about 7:20pm didn’t get to eat anything and lost a day due to the travel! Needs to be more specific with breaks etc

Penang to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Jun 19, 2026

Hugh

If you want customer service then this probably isn’t for you. If you want someone that will get you to where you want to go, then this will do. Arrived 3 hours later than stated on original booking. However with no real lateness, that must be how long it takes. Coach was comfortable and managed to sleep.

Penang to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, May 26, 2026

Oliver

VERY unprofessional. Starting with the reception, the woman was super annoyed at every question, while giving each passenger different directives (check in, no check in, super confusing), she didn't give us information on the whole procss either, you had to figure it out for yourself, and very overcomplicated. We had to download a different App MIDWAY to keep checking in, which wasn't functional either. Completely ridiculous. Also, the driver was super unprofessional, screaming into his phone all way long, singing terribly, smoking under the smoking prohibited sign... playing on his phone, stearing with his elbows, very terrifying ... NEVER choose this when you have ANY other options

Penang to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, May 17, 2026

Ella C

The bus itself was good, very comfy. However, the bus driver was unclear about where we were stopping, I know he cannot help the traffic but we arrived a lot later than usual and were dropped far from the location it stated on 12go. It would have been nice to have been told that we were no longer stopping at the planned stop, as we then had to get a 40 minute taxi quite late at night.

Penang to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, May 16, 2026

Audrey L

Aeroline est beaucoup mieux très long et vétuste

Penang to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Apr 27, 2026

Leandro B

Everyone I interacted with in the company seemed to hate their lives and hate their customers. The driver specially seemed easily annoyed by the simplest questions. Plus the fact that the bus was one hour late

Penang to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Apr 26, 2026

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Penang to Kuala Lumpur Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	New Asian Travel	Standard 4pax	Any time	+4h 30m	$155.91	5.0
Bus	Tra Express	Economy	00:30	05:42	$8.79
Flight	AirAsia	Economy	05:45	06:45	$52.70	3.0
Flight	Firefly	Economy	06:15	07:15	$35.26
Flight	AirAsia	Economy	06:35	07:40	$13.49	3.0
Flight	AirAsia	Economy	06:55	07:55	$24.42	3.0
Flight	Malaysia Airlines	Economy	07:15	16:15	$192.44
Flight	Malaysia Airlines	Economy	07:45	08:45	$60.47
Bus	KPB Express	VIP 24	08:05	12:53	$10.41
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	08:25	13:26	$8.79	3.4
Flight	Malaysia Airlines	Economy	08:45	19:45	$82.63
Bus	KPB Express	VIP 24	09:05	13:53	$9.26
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	09:25	14:26	$8.79	3.4
Bus	KPB Express	VIP 24	09:45	14:40	$10.41	5.0
Bus	KPB Express	VIP 24	10:05	14:53	$9.26
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	10:25	15:26	$8.10	3.4
Bus	Lexojaya Express	Express	10:45	19:41	$15.12
Bus	KPB Express	VIP 24	11:05	15:53	$11.11
Bus	Billion Stars Express	VIP	11:25	16:26	$8.10	3.4
Flight	Malaysia Airlines	Economy	11:45	12:50	$27.04

Transportation Overview: Penang to Kuala Lumpur

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

Criteria	Information
Fastest Option	avia (1h)
Most Budget-Friendly	avia (Starting at MYR 74.24)

Travel Duration and Distance

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

Bus services typically depart from the main terminal in Penang, while train services operate from Butterworth. Most arrivals in Kuala Lumpur are concentrated at TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) for buses or KL Sentral for rail and air transfers.

Ticket Prices: Penang to Kuala Lumpur

Fares vary by operator and season. AirAsia currently offers competitive rates.

Category	Description
Budget vs. Premium	avia offers the lowest entry price at MYR 74.24, while charter (up to MYR 2460) ensures a higher level of comfort.
Availability	Tickets for avia and other modes are available for daily booking.

Practical Travel Tips

Topic Details Departure If departing from Penang island, allow additional travel time to cross the bridge or take the ferry to reach the mainland transport hubs. Arrival TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) in Kuala Lumpur is a large, multi-level facility; arrive at least 30 minutes early for departures and follow directional signage for the LRT or KTM Komuter to reach the city center. General Standard luggage allowance for bus operators is typically one large suitcase per passenger; ensure all valuables are kept in carry-on bags.

Returning to Penang

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is the land distance between Penang and Kuala Lumpur?

The land distance for this route is approximately 851 km.

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

The fastest way to travel is via avia, which takes approximately 1h.

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

The most budget-friendly option is the avia, with prices starting at MYR 74.24.

Transportation from Penang to Kuala Lumpur

Popular Routes

Cheapest Transport	$13
Fastest Transport	1h
Earliest Departure	1:00 AM
Latest Departure	10:35 PM
Departures per day	121
Distance	851 kilometers
Transport Companies	AirAsia, AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia, Batik Air Malaysia, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, DTY Holidays, Ekspres Mutiara, FQD Travel, HK Express, Khaimal Travel and Tours, Malaysia Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, New Asian Travel, Nice, Sin Pen Travel, Singapore Airlines, THS Transportation, ZMT Enterprise

Penang to Kuala Lumpur