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Kuala Lumpur to George Town

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia → George Town, Malaysia

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

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Transport providers

Airlines

Malindo Airways

Website:
malindoair.com/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$24.21–$70.08
Plane from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Penang
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.61–$178.38
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Alor
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$45.87–$101.93

Malaysia Airlines

Website:
malaysiaairlines.com/hq/en.html
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$70.08
Plane from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Penang
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$121.04
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Alor
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.31–$76.45

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$82.82
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Alor
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.58–$140.16

Firefly

Website:
fireflyz.com.my/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$70.08
Plane from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Penang
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$121.04
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Alor
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.31–$76.45

Train operators

KLIA Express

Phone:
+603 2267 8000
Website:
kliaekspres.com
Train from Bandar Tasik Selatan to Klia
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.59–$10.19
Train from KL Sentral to Klia
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.48–$12.10

KTM Intercity

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Website:
ktmb.com.my
Train from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.37–$29.31

KTM Komuter

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Website:
ktmb.com.my/Komuter.html
Train from Anak Bukit to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$3.70

MRT

Phone:
+60 3 2081 3000
Website:
mymrt.com.my
Train from Pasar Seni to Kwasa
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.68

Bus operators

Billion Stars Express

Phone:
+60 111 066 1111
Website:
billionstarsexpress.com/
Bus from Hentian Duta to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$12.10
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Sungai
Ave. Duration:
4h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.01–$14.02
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$14.02

Mara Liner

Phone:
603-2691 1495
Website:
maralinergroup.my/
Bus from Hentian Duta to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 39m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.79
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.92

Plusliner

Phone:
+60 17-659 2527
Website:
plusliner.com.my/
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Sungai
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.02
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.42

KKKL Express

Phone:
012-7082999
Website:
kkklexpress.com
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Sungai
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.56–$11.47
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$11.47

KPB Express

Phone:
+604 332 5815
Website:
kpbekspres.com/
Bus from Hentian Duta to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.56–$14.02
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Sungai
Ave. Duration:
4h 59m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29

Sri Maju

Phone:
+65 6294 8228
Website:
srimaju.com/
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.11

Cosmic Express

Phone:
03-6205 1399
Website:
cosmicexpress.com.my/
Bus from Hentian Duta to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.53

Supernice Grassland

Phone:
04-3312966
Website:
easybook.com/en-sg/bus/operator/supernice-grassland?source=rome2rio
Bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Sungai
Ave. Duration:
4h 59m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$39.50

Aeroline

Phone:
+65 625 888 00
Website:
aeroline.com.my/
Bus from Bandar Sunway to Queensbay
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.61

Other operators

Penang Port

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to George Town is to bus and car ferry which costs $5.43 - $11.96 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to George Town is to train and fly which takes 3h 43m and costs $16.30 - $59.78 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Kuala Lumpur to George Town. However, there are services departing from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan and arriving at Presgrave Corner via Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Kuala Lumpur to George Town?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and George Town is 361 km. The road distance is 354 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to George Town without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 4h 40m and costs $5.43 - $25 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Kuala Lumpur to George Town, including transfers.

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

Kuala Lumpur to George Town bus services, operated by KKKL Express, depart from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan station.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur to George Town bus arrive?

Kuala Lumpur to George Town bus services, operated by KKKL Express, arrive at Sungai Nibong station.

Can I drive from Kuala Lumpur to George Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuala Lumpur to George Town is 354 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Kuala Lumpur to George Town.

Where can I stay near George Town?

There are 2374+ hotels available in George Town. Prices start at $33.41 per night.
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