Penang to Tanah Rata

Penang to Tanah Rata

Penang
Tanah Rata
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Penang to Tanah Rata Destination Reviews

VS
Valentina S
We made several stop to deliver packages or dropping people off not in the main stations. This made the trip even longer.
Penang to Tanah Rata, Bus Express, Unititi Express, Aug 7, 2026
JV
Judith V
Chrcking inn was easy and safe. Bus station clean. Bus was very clean, good drivers and comfortabele chairs with good leg space for tall people.
Penang to Tanah Rata, Bus Express, Unititi Express, Jul 28, 2026
PR
Patricia R
The bus was almost an hour late!!
Penang to Tanah Rata, Bus Express, Unititi Express, Jul 11, 2026
JR
Job R
No food or drink allowed on 6.5+ hour journey; which was only supposed to be 4.5 hours.
Penang to Tanah Rata, Bus Express, CS Travel, Jul 4, 2026
LP
Luca P
Late departure and late arrival. Trip scheduled for 4.30h, left from Penang 45 minutes late and it took 7h to reach Tanah Rata.
Penang to Tanah Rata, Bus Executive, CS Travel, Jun 9, 2026
JH
James H
Bus was quite late, wasn't a 1 and 2 seat formation like on the picture, it was a 2 and 2
Penang to Tanah Rata, Bus Executive, CS Travel, Jan 25, 2026
MB
Max B
It took 3 hours longer than what it says
Penang to Tanah Rata, Bus Executive, CS Travel, Dec 29, 2025
L
Linda
The bus was 4 hours delayed.
Penang to Tanah Rata, Bus Executive, CS Travel, Dec 28, 2025
SM
Stefanie M
We did Penang - Tanah Rata. The bus was slightly delayed but everything was clearly labelled on big screens. The terminal is a huge hub with toilets, restaurants, exchange office and ticket counters. We had to show our online ticket at the ticket counter and got a paper ticket to scan and board. A staff member announced the next buses in the waiting area. The bus wad comfy, not too cold, with USB ports and good wifi on board. We had one short toilet stop but only because someone asked for it. We arrived on time.
Penang to Tanah Rata, Bus Executive, Unititi Express, Dec 20, 2025
SL
Sigrid L
We had a 5-hour delay. Little up-to-date information was provided.
Penang to Tanah Rata, Bus Executive, CS Travel, Sep 14, 2025
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Penang to Tanah Rata Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+3h 36m
$150.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+3h 36m
$250.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 4pax
Any time
+3h 36m
$250.00
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive VIP
08:00
13:00
$10.02
  4.6
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive
08:00
12:37
$11.01
Bus
Unititi Express
Super VIP
08:30
13:30
$12.24
Bus
Unititi Express
Super VIP
08:30
13:00
$12.24
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive VIP
09:00
14:00
$10.02
  4.7
Bus
Unititi Express
Normal
12:45
17:45
$11.75
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive
13:00
18:00
$8.91
  4.8
Bus
CS Travel
Executive
13:00
17:34
$8.71
  4.2
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive
13:15
18:15
$8.91
  4.8
Bus
CS Travel
Executive
14:30
19:04
$8.71
  4.2
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive
15:15
20:15
$8.46
  4.8
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive VIP
15:15
20:15
$8.91
  5.0
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive
15:30
20:30
$8.91
  4.8
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive VIP
15:30
20:30
$8.91
  5.0
Bus
CS Travel
Executive
15:30
20:04
$8.71
  4.2

How to get from Penang to Tanah Rata

When you want to get from Penang to Tanah Rata, 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 Taxi 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 323.10. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 9.79.

How far is Penang from Tanah Rata?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Penang to Tanah Rata. Your trip will be a total of 16 miles (25 km). The flying distance is 16 miles (25 km).

How long does it take to get from Penang to Tanah Rata?

The travel time from Penang to Tanah Rata can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Penang to Tanah Rata?

The cost of the trip from Penang to Tanah Rata varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Unititi Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 9.79 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 323.10.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 9.79 to USD 11.50;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 23.50 to USD 323.10.

How many trips per day are there between Penang and Tanah Rata?

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 15:00. There are 10 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 Tanah Rata any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Penang to Tanah Rata 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 Tanah Rata. 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 23.50.

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 Tanah Rata

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

  • 83% decided to go for a bus.
  • 17% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Penang to Tanah Rata

Facts about the transport from Penang to Tanah Rata

Cheapest Transport$10
Fastest Transport30m
Earliest Departure8:30 AM
Latest Departure3:00 PM
Departures per day51
Distance25 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCS Travel, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, DTY Holidays, FQD Travel, Sin Pen Travel, THS Transportation, Unititi Express