George Town to Kuala Lumpur

George Town to Kuala Lumpur

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George Town to Kuala Lumpur Schedule

George Town to Kuala Lumpur Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Standard 3pax Any timeMYR 1,043.52
Billion Stars Express VIP 06:30 - 11:38MYR 57.75
KPB Express VIP 24 09:15 - 14:23MYR 41.80
Billion Stars Express VIP 10:30 - 15:31MYR 49.50
AirAsia Economy #AK612513:30 - 14:35MYR 252.57
Billion Stars Express VIP 15:00 - 20:01MYR 57.75
Billion Stars Express VIP 16:00 - 21:01MYR 49.50
Billion Stars Express VIP 18:00 - 23:01MYR 46.20
Malaysia Airlines Economy #MH116521:15 - 22:15MYR 220.20
Billion Stars Express VIP 23:00 - 04:08MYR 49.50

Transportation from George Town to Kuala Lumpur

Facts about the transport from George Town to Kuala Lumpur

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day48
Distance257 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirAsia, Billion Stars Express, Daytrip, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air, New Asian Travel

How to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 373.98 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 13.77.

How long does it take to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 6 hours to travel between George Town and Kuala Lumpur depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between George Town and Kuala Lumpur. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 5h 8m to reach Kuala Lumpur.

How much does it cost to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

Travelling between George Town and Kuala Lumpur can be as cheap as USD 13.77 if you opt for a Billion Stars Express bus and as expensive as USD 373.98 if you buy a Daytrip taxi 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 George Town and Kuala Lumpur ?

  • 22 from George Town to Kuala Lumpur starting from 06:30 Penang Komtar until 23:59 Penang Komtar
  • 17 from George Town to Kuala Lumpur starting from 06:00 Penang International Airport until 21:20 Penang International Airport
  • 9 from George Town to Kuala Lumpur starting from 00:00 Penang Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Penang Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from George Town 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 George Town to Kuala Lumpur, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 55.93.

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 George Town and Kuala Lumpur

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air

Bus

Travelling from George Town 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 George Town and Kuala Lumpur

Billion Stars Express

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between George Town and Kuala Lumpur

Daytrip, New Asian Travel

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 George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

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

  • 88% opted for a bus
  • 7% decided to fly
  • 4% took a train
  • 1% Other