Alor Setar to Penang

Alor Setar to Penang

Alor Setar
Penang
Sun, Jun 2
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$2
 
 
$88

Other Options

Alor Setar to Penang Schedule

Alor Setar to Penang Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sri Theven Travel Express 09:35 - 11:12MYR 12.71
Plusliner Express 10:30 - 12:00$ 3.36
Super Nice Express Express 13:30 - 15:07$ 1.96
Malaysia Airlines Economy #MH549914:30 - 15:40$ 100.25
KTM ETS Gold 16:30 - 17:34MYR 24.64
Malaysia Airlines Economy #MH125319:30 - 20:35$ 96.40
Malaysia Airlines Economy 20:10 - 07:30MYR 689.55

Transportation from Alor Setar to Penang

Facts about the transport from Alor Setar to Penang

Cheapest Transport$2
Fastest Transport1h 4m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure4:30 PM
Departures per day7
Distance104 kilometers
Transport CompaniesMalindo Air, Sri Theven Travel, Super Nice Express

How to get from Alor Setar to Penang

Travelling between Alor Setar and Penang is possible by Flight, bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 87.28 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 1.97.

How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to Penang?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 7 hours to travel between Alor Setar and Penang depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Alor Setar and Penang. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 4m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 6h 40m to reach Penang.

How much does it cost to get from Alor Setar to Penang?

Travelling between Alor Setar and Penang can be as cheap as USD 1.97 if you opt for a Super Nice Express bus and as expensive as USD 87.28 if you buy a Malindo Air flight ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Alor Setar and Penang ?

  • 6 from Kedah to Penang starting from 08:00 Alor Setar until 15:30 Alor Setar
  • 1 by flight from Kedah to Penang starting from 09:00 Alor Setar Airport until 09:00 Alor Setar Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Alor Setar to Penang.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Kedah to Penang overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kedah and Penang

Sri Theven Travel, Super Nice Express

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Alor Setar to Penang?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 81% opted for a bus
  • 15% took a train
  • 4% chosen flight