Penang to Perak by bus, train, flight, taxi from MYR 23

Penang to Perak Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Bus	Transnasional	Executive	09:00	11:39	$8.93
Bus	Transnasional	Executive 1X2	10:00	12:32	$6.15
Bus	Transnasional	Executive 1X2	11:00	13:32	$6.15
Bus	Poh Hai Travel	Express	12:45	14:35	$6.91
Bus	Kesatuan Express	Executive 1X2	14:20	18:27	$7.39
Bus	Kesatuan Express	Express	14:20	17:45	$6.87
Bus	Kesatuan Express	Executive 1X2	14:45	17:45	$6.50
Bus	Kesatuan Express	Executive 1X2	14:45	18:52	$7.39
Bus	Arwana Express	Executive 1X2	19:15	23:22	$5.16
Bus	Arwana Express	Express	19:15	23:22	$5.16
Bus	Kesatuan Express	Executive 1X2	19:45	00:05	$6.50
Bus	Kesatuan Express	Executive 1X2	19:45	23:52	$7.39
Bus	Kesatuan Express	Executive 1X2	20:15	00:35	$6.50
Bus	Kesatuan Express	Executive 1X2	20:15	00:22	$7.39
Bus	Transnasional	Executive	21:00	23:39	$8.93
Bus	Transnasional	Executive 1X2	22:00	00:32	$6.15
Bus	Transnasional	Executive 1X2	22:30	01:02	$6.15

How to get from Penang to Perak

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

Flight
Bus
Train
Taxi

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 Flight 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 287.78. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 5.77.

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

The cost of the trip from Penang to Perak varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Maju Group: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 5.77 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 287.78.

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

Bus tickets - USD 5.66 to USD 8.12;
Train tickets - USD 7.39 to USD 12.06;
flight price: USD 133.44 - USD 291.50. From Penang to Perak starting from 07:30 Penang International Airport until 23:00 Penang International Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 129.25 to USD 287.80.

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

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

Buses start plying the route from 09:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:15. There are 6 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 Perak any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Penang to Perak 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 Perak. 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 129.25.

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

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 Penang to Perak

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

37% chosen flight
36% decided to go for a bus.
24% users enjoyed a train ride.
3% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Penang to Perak

Facts about the transport from Penang to Perak

Cheapest Transport	$6
Fastest Transport	1h 19m
Earliest Departure	5:15 AM
Latest Departure	11:00 PM
Departures per day	20
Distance	66 kilometers
Transport Companies	Batik Air Malaysia, Batik Air Malaysia, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, DTY Holidays, Kesatuan Express, Scoot, Sin Pen Travel

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Penang to Perak