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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from George Town to Kuala Lumpur

Composite routes from George Town to Kuala Lumpur

Cheapest
3 h 50 min
Car
353 km.
from $19
Fastest
1 h 1 min
Plane

Transport providers

Airlines

Malindo Airways

Website:
malindoair.com/
Plane from Penang International Airport to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.61–$178.38
Plane from Penang International Airport to Kuala
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$24.21–$70.08

Malaysia Airlines

Website:
malaysiaairlines.com/hq/en.html
Plane from Penang International Airport to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$121.04
Plane from Penang International Airport to Kuala
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$70.08

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Penang International Airport to Kuala
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$82.82

Firefly

Website:
fireflyz.com.my/
Plane from Penang International Airport to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$121.04
Plane from Penang International Airport to Kuala
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$70.08

Train operators

KLIA Express

Phone:
+603 2267 8000
Email:
Website:
kliaekspres.com
Train from Klia T1 to Bandar
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.59–$10.19

KTM Intercity

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Email:
Website:
ktmb.com.my
Train from Butterworth to Kuala
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.37–$30.58

Bus operators

Billion Stars Express

Phone:
+60 111 066 1111
Email:
Website:
billionstarsexpress.com/
Bus from Penang Komtar to KL
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$12.74

KPB Express

Phone:
+604 332 5815
Email:
Website:
kpbekspres.com/
Bus from Penang Komtar to KL
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.02
Bus from Bukit Mertajam to KL
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.56–$14.02

Other operators

Penang Port

Website:
penangport.com.my/Services/Ferry-Services
Other from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.50

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

The cheapest way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur is to bus which costs $5.43 - $11.96 and takes 5h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

The fastest way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between George Town and Kuala Lumpur?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Penang Komtar and arriving at KL Sentral. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

The distance between George Town and Kuala Lumpur is 354 km. The road distance is 352.8 km.

How do I travel from George Town to Kuala Lumpur without a car?

The best way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur without a car is to bus which takes 5h 1m and costs $5.43 - $11.96 .

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

The bus from Penang Komtar to KL Sentral takes 5h 1m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the George Town to Kuala Lumpur bus from?

George Town to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by KPB Express, depart from Penang Komtar station.

Bus or fly from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

The best way to get from George Town to Kuala Lumpur is to bus which takes 5h 1m and costs $5.43 - $11.96 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $26.09 - $97.83 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the George Town to Kuala Lumpur bus arrive?

George Town to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by KPB Express, arrive at KL Sentral station.

Can I drive from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

Yes, the driving distance between George Town to Kuala Lumpur is 353 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from George Town to Kuala Lumpur.

How do I get a bus ticket from George Town to Kuala Lumpur?

Book your George Town to Kuala Lumpur bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kuala Lumpur?

There are 8392+ hotels available in Kuala Lumpur. Prices start at $13.10 per night.
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