Arau to Kuala Lumpur

Arau to Kuala Lumpur

Arau
Kuala Lumpur
Fri, Oct 16
+ Add return
2 Travelers
Finding the best routes for you — almost ready!
Sort by
Filters
Departure time
Transport type
Departure station
Arrival station
Booking Facilities
Price
Arrival time
Operators
 
 
 
 
 

Arau to Kuala Lumpur Destination Reviews

HJ
Holly J
The bus arrived very late into Kuala Lumpur (23.00)- I understand that it is a long way from Kuala Perlis, but the journey length should be reflected more honestly in the timings given on the website, and those given when I asked at the bus station. Additionally, the reading lights weren’t working and we were in complete darkness once it got later. The staff were also not very polite or helpful.
Arau to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express, Sri Maju Group, Jun 6, 2026
CF
Christopher F
The bus set off a ltlle late, and had pñenty of toilet stops but each one made us later than we should have been. He would say it was a 10 minute stop and it would turn into 20 or 30. As a result we were 2.5 hours late in arriving. The bus also had an infestation of insects at the frong swats that slowly worked their wat back. The staff had no spray.
Arau to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express, Suasana Edaran, Jan 21, 2026
EA
Eugene A
Lots of stops and smells of cigarette smoke inside the bus.
Arau to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express, Suasana Edaran, Dec 28, 2025
MG
Mariana G
A rough and somewhat dangerous driving style. The driver was using his cell phone on social media while driving, which is irresponsible for his job and the passengers. We were supposed to arrive at our destination at 9:00, but we arrived at 5:00. I think that's enough to explain the speed the driver was driving.
Arau to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express, Mara Liner, Jul 21, 2025
4.4
27 customer reviews
5
15%
4
44%
3
15%
2
26%
1
0%

Arau to Kuala Lumpur Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Kristal Qirana
Express
09:30
16:23
$11.44
Bus
Kristal Qirana
VIP
10:00
16:53
$12.82
Bus
Kristal Qirana
VIP
14:30
21:23
$13.05
Bus
Kristal Qirana
VIP
21:15
04:08
$12.82
Bus
Kristal Qirana
VIP
21:45
04:38
$12.82
Bus
Kristal Qirana
VIP
22:15
05:08
$12.82

How to get from Arau to Kuala Lumpur

Travelling between Arau and Kuala Lumpur is possible by Flight, bus and train. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 21.21 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 13.32.

How long does it take to get from Arau to Kuala Lumpur?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 8 hours to travel between Arau and Kuala Lumpur depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Arau and Kuala Lumpur. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 5m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 7h 19m to reach Kuala Lumpur.

How much does it cost to get from Arau to Kuala Lumpur?

Travelling between Arau and Kuala Lumpur can be as cheap as USD 13.32 if you opt for a Mara Liner bus and as expensive as USD 21.21 if you buy a Suasana Holiday Bus 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 Arau and Kuala Lumpur ?

  • 23 from Perlis to Kuala Lumpur starting from 09:00 Kangar Bus Terminal until 22:20 Kangar Bus Terminal

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Arau to Kuala Lumpur.

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

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Perlis to Kuala Lumpur, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 24.72.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Perlis and Kuala Lumpur

AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Perlis to Kuala Lumpur 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 Perlis and Kuala Lumpur

Cosmic Express, Mara Liner, Mayang Sari, Sri Maju Group, Suasana Holiday, 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 Arau to Kuala Lumpur?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 70% took a train
  • 30% opted for a bus

Transportation from Arau to Kuala Lumpur

Facts about the transport from Arau to Kuala Lumpur

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure7:48 AM
Latest Departure10:20 PM
Departures per day23
Distance366 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCosmic Express, KTM, Malaysia Airlines, Mara Liner, Mayang Sari, Sri Maju Group, Suasana Holiday, Super Nice Express