Singapore to Penang

Singapore to Penang

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Singapore to Penang Schedule

Singapore to Penang Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 7pax Any timeSGD 1,089.62
Jetstar Asia Economy #3K67107:25 - 08:55SGD 325.49
Singapore Airlines Economy #SQ850208:50 - 10:10SGD 490.18
AirAsia Economy #AK172011:25 - 12:45SGD 143.57
Malaysia Airlines Economy #MH471512:40 - 14:15SGD 250.57
AirAsia Economy 14:10 - 19:25SGD 146.53
AirAsia Economy 16:10 - 20:50SGD 146.53
Scoot Economy #TR42819:15 - 20:30SGD 170.59
Scoot Economy #TR42221:35 - 22:50SGD 117.75
StarMart SG Express 27 22:15 - 15:58SGD 50

Transportation from Singapore to Penang

Facts about the transport from Singapore to Penang

Cheapest Transport$22
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day59
Distance713 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirAsia, Daytrip, KKKL Express SG, Malaysia Airlines, Scoot, Singapore Airlines, Sri Maju Group, StarMart, StarMart SG, Super Nice Express

Singapore to Penang Destination Reviews

IM
Sold as one bus to the mall and ended up being 3, changing throughout the night. So didn’t sleep
Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Apr 12, 2023
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Driver all nigh with music , i cant sleep nothing in a nocturn bus.
Bus Express 27, StarMart SG, Sep 7, 2022
4.4
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How to get from Singapore to Penang

Travelling between Singapore and Penang 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 803.49 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 36.87.

How long does it take to get from Singapore to Penang?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 18 hours to travel between Singapore and Penang depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Singapore and Penang. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 17h 59m to reach Penang.

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

Travelling between Singapore and Penang can be as cheap as USD 36.87 if you opt for a StarMart SG bus and as expensive as USD 803.49 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 Singapore and Penang ?

  • 39 from Singapore to Penang starting from 08:00 Singapore Airport until 21:40 Singapore Airport
  • 14 from Singapore to Penang starting from 18:00 Golden Mile Tower until 22:15 Golden Mile Tower
  • 6 from Singapore to Penang starting from 00:00 Singapore Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Singapore Hotel Transfer

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

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 Singapore to Penang, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 61.94.

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 Singapore and Penang

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Scoot, Singapore Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Singapore 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 Singapore and Penang

KKKL Express SG, StarMart, StarMart SG, Super Nice 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 Singapore and Penang

Daytrip

What is the most popular transport to get from Singapore 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

  • 75% opted for a bus
  • 25% decided to fly