1. Bus to Kuala Lumpur
2. Flight to Kuala Lumpur
3. Train to Kuala Lumpur
4. Taxi to Kuala Lumpur
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From Penang to Kuala Lumpur you can travel by bus, train, plane, taxi.
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- Travel distance from Penang to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia is about 370 km by road. There are 4 options how you can get to Kuala Lumpur from Penang (or Butterworth): travel by tourist bus, travel by train from Butterworth, travel by private taxi/car or you can book a direct flight. The most popular and cheap way of transfer to Kuala Lumpur from Penang is to travel by bus from Sungai Nibong or Penang Komtar bus station. Transfer by tourist bus from Penang to Kuala Lumpur takes about 5-8.5 hours and bus tickets costs about $7-13/pp. There are various bus companies between Penang, Butterworth and Kuala Lumpur, buses arrive to KL Sentral or TBS Kuala Lumpur.
- The most comfortable and fastest way how you can reach Kuala Lumpur from Penang is to take a direct flight. Direct flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur takes about 1 hour and it costs about $25-120/pp. Penang International Airport is about 15 km from Georgetown in Pennag and is accessible by local bus or private taxi. There is also a train of KTM Berhad to Kuala Lumpur, but not from Penang (Georgetown), you can travel by train of KTM from Butterworth. Butterworth train station is about 25 km from Penang and is accessible by ferry from Pula Pinang or private taxi or local bus. Travel by train from Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur Sentral takes about 4-4.5 hours and train tickets costs about $14-40/pp (seat, business seat). From Kuala Lumpur you can travel to Malacca or you can also visit Genting Highlands by tourist bus or private taxi.
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- The last option how you can travel to Kuala Lumpur from Pennag is to book a private taxi/car. Transport by private taxi/car from Penang to Kuala Lumpur is about 4-4.5 hours and it costs about $160-380/car. If you want to save your money, you should travel by bus from Penang (Georgetown) to KL. It is a cheap and there are new and comfortable buses. From Penang Airport you can also take a flight to Singapore, another option why to visit Penang Island. Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia and it is also the most frequented hub in this country.
| Transfer Mode – Penang to Kuala Lumpur: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Tourist Bus | 5-8.5 hours | $7-13/pp |
| Train (KTM) | 4-4.5 hours | $14-40/pp |
| Plane – Direct Flight | 1 hour | $30-120/pp |
| Private Taxi/Car | 5 hours | $200-340/car |
How do I get from Penang to Kuala Lumpur?
1. BUS from Penang to Kuala Lumpur
A popular and cheap transportation option from Penang to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia is a bus transfer. You can use various bus companies on this popular tourist route such as Billion Stars, KPB Express, KKKL Express, Rhino Airiel Express, Mara Liner, Intercity Coach, Aerobus, Super Nice Express, Sani Express, Cosmic Express, Sri Maju Group, Pancaran Matahari , Mayang Sari, Jasmine Express or others.
These companies will offer you modern buses with seats and sufficient comfort for all travelers. Buses can leave from various stops or stations in Penang, but they usually leave from Penang Komtar, Sungai Nibong, Penang Sentral (Butterworth) or Juru and others. In Kuala Lumpur, you then arrive at various bus stations such as KL Sentral, TBS Kuala Lumpur, Hentian Duka and others.
You will see this information when searching for tickets on online platforms, so read everything carefully. The bus transfer from Penang to Kuala Lumpur takes about 5-8.5 hours, depending on the company and travel route. The indicated travel time may vary and buses may also be late, so it is advisable to always have some time in reserve.
Bus tickets from Penang / Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia cost between $7-13/pp and can be easily searched and purchased online ahead of time. Also read all transfer information and instructions and follow the bus company’s instructions when booking your ticket.
Arrive at the bus station in Penang or Butterworth at least 30-60 minutes before the bus departs. A bus transfer to Kuala Lumpur from Penang Island in Malaysia is mainly sought after by regular solo low-cost travelers who are looking for a comfortable and cheap transport option.
2. FLIGHT from Penang to Kuala Lumpur
The most convenient and fast, but at the same time more expensive transport option than the bus transfer from Penang to Kuala Lumpur is a direct air connection. Firefly, MYAirline, Malindo Air, AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines offer direct flights to Kuala Lumpur. Most of the flights offered by these companies are Economy class, and AirAsia will usually offer the cheapest low-cost direct flights.
Flights are operated from Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur Airport or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport. Penang International Airport is approximately 20 km south of Georgetown, Penang and can be reached by public bus or private transfer / taxi. A direct flight from Penang to Kuala Lumpur takes about 1 hour, but also include the time for the transfer to the airport and waiting before departure.
In total, this transport option can take up to 5 hours. Flight prices from Penang to Kuala Lumpur can vary, but average between $25-120/pp for low-cost Economy Class flights. Even so, they can sometimes be very interesting prices that are also suitable for ordinary solo travelers.
You can easily search and buy tickets from Penang to Kuala Lumpur online in advance. When booking a ticket, always read the flight conditions and follow all airline instructions to avoid any misunderstandings.
Air transfer from Penang to Kuala Lumpur is suitable for all travelers and for those who have a more limited travel budget, because there are also very cheap flights between these places on offer.
3. TRAIN from Penang (Butterworth) to Kuala Lumpur
Another land transfer option from Penang to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia is to travel by train. You can take the KTM Berhad train from Butterworth, which is about 20 minutes by ferry transfer from Pangkalan Raja Tun Uda, from the city of Georgetown. There are no direct trains from Penang Island, there is no railway, so you must first take the ferry to Butterworth and then take the train to Kuala Lumpur.
This transport option from Penang to Kuala Lumpur therefore has 2 steps and the transfer time can be approx. 5-6 hours in total, depending on the waiting time for the train in Butterworth, so this time may vary slightly. So the train departs from Butterworth Railway Station and arrives at KL Sentral Train Station in Kuala Lumpur, see Malaysia Railway Map.
KL Sentral Station is in the city center, so you will have everything within easy reach right away. KTM Berhad trains will only offer you seats on this route, but they are fully sufficient for this route and comfortable. The disadvantage of a train transfer can only be a more limited train schedule, there are about 5-6 trains between Butterworth and Kuala Lumpur every day.
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Train tickets from Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur range from $14-40/pp, depending on the seat class you choose. Most travelers will be fine with a Second Class Seat, which is always the cheapest option on trains. You can easily search and buy train tickets to Kuala Lumpur from Butterworth online in advance, even as e-tickets.
There is no need to print these train e-tickets and just store them on your smartphone and then show them when you board the train at Butterworth Station. The train transfer is not a bad transport option, the only disadvantage is that this option has 2 steps with the ferry transfer.
4. TAXI / CAR from Penang to Kuala Lumpur
A very convenient but at the same time the most expensive land transfer option from Penang to Kuala Lumpur is private car/taxi with a driver. You can use the private companies New Asian Travel, Daytrip and Asian Overland Services on this route. These companies offer classic smaller cars and even minivans for those traveling in a group of several people.
The advantage of a private transfer is the choice of your departure and arrival place, the disadvantage is the higher price for transport. A private transfer from Penang to Kuala Lumpur takes about 4-4.5 hours, but may vary depending on your desired route. A private car with driver is suitable for those who have a bigger budget for their travel and a transfer from Penang to Kuala Lumpur costs between $160-380/car, depending on the type of car required.
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Smaller classic cars are usually a cheaper option than larger multi-passenger minivans. However, you can budget the fare per passenger, so in a group of several people, the trip can sometimes be worthwhile. You can search, view and book your private car from Penang to Kuala Lumpur online in advance.
When making a reservation, always read all transfer instructions and conditions carefully and follow all instructions given by the companies to avoid any misunderstandings. A private transfer is a great transfer option, but it will not be suitable for low-cost travelers due to the higher price.
❓ FAQ – Travel from Penang to Kuala Lumpur:
1. How to book and buy tickets from Penang to Kuala Lumpur?
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- You can book tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Penang online on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also book another travel route, e.g. Penang to Langkawi, Langkawi to Kuala Lumpur….
2. What is the travel time from Penang to Kuala Lumpur?
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- Travel by bus from Penang to Kuala Lumpur takes about 5-8.5 hours-
- Travel by train of KTM from Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur takes about 4-4.5 hours.
- Travel by plane from Penang to Kuala Lumpur takes about 1 hour.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Penang to Kuala Lumpur takes about 4-4.5 hours.
3. How much does it cost to get from Penang to Kuala Lumpur?
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- Travel by tourist bus from Penang to Kuala Lumpur costs about $7-13/pp.
- Travel by train of KTM from Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur costs about $14-40/pp.
- Travel by plane from Penang to Kuala Lumpur costs about $30-120/pp.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Penang to Kuala Lumpur costs about $160-380/car.
4. What is the travel distance from Penang to Kuala Lumpur?
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- Travel distance from Penang to Kuala Lumpur is about 360 km by bus/train or about 330 km by plane.
5. What is the best way how to get from Penang to Kuala Lumpur?
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- The best and fastest way how to get from Penang to Kuala Lumpur is to travel by plane. There are direct flights of various airlines and there are also low-cost flights. You can use these airlines: Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air or Air Asia.
6. What is the most cheapest way of transfer from Penang to Kuala Lumpur?
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- The most cheapest way how to travel from Penang to Kuala Lumpur is to travel by tourist bus. Bus tickets from Penang / Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur start already at $7-8/pp.
7. Is there a train from Georgetown in Penang to Kuala Lumpur?
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- There is no railway station in Georgetown in Penang. If you want to travel by train to Kuala Lumpur, you have to go to Butterworth Railway Station. From this station you can travel by KTM train to Kuala Lumpur. Read this: How to go from Butterworth to Kuala Lumpur?
8. What is the closest railway station to Penang?
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- The closest railway station to Penang is Butterworth Railway Station. This railway station is about 25 km from Georgetown in Penang. You can travel by ferry or private taxi from Georgetown to Butterworth Railway Station.
9. Where to travel from Kuala Lumpur?
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- From Kuala Lumpur you can travel to various interesting places in Malaysia, it is the most important transport hub. You can travel by bus or private taxi to Malacca or you can take a direct flight or bus to Singapore. You can also travel by tourist bus, train or plane to Kota Bharu in the east of Malaysia or Johor Bahru in the south.
10. Where to stay in Kuala Lumpur? Hotel, hostel or guesthouse?
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- Kuala Lumpur has a wide range of various modern, cheap or luxury accommodation facilities. There are modern cheap hotels + guesthouses, cheap hostels for backpackers or luxury modern 5-star hotels in the town center.
11. What are the transport options in Malaysia?
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- In Malaysia you can use tourist buses, KTM trains, domestic flights, private taxi/car and there are also various ferries and boats to the nearby islands like Langkawi, Tioman, Perhentian… The most popular and also low-cost option is to travel by tourist bus. Read this article: Transportation in Malaysia.
12. What is the food and cuisine in Malaysia?
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- Malaysian cuisine is a is a delightful tapestry of tastes, shaped by the cultural diversity of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous culinary influences. At the heart of this gastronomic journey are iconic dishes like Nasi Lemak, Satay, and Roti Canai, each telling a unique story through their vibrant flavors. The intricate use of aromatic spices, coconut milk, and a variety of ingredients offers a culinary experience that resonates with the country’s multicultural heritage. From street food delights to traditional recipes, Malaysia’s food scene is a celebration of culinary tapestry.
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🚍 Bus Schedule / Timetable – Penang to Kuala Lumpur + Bus Tickets:
Bus Schedule - Penang to Kuala Lumpur | Departs in Penang | Arrival in Kuala Lumpur |
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Jasmine Express | 00:15 | 09:11 |
Jasmine Express | 11:40 | 20:36 |
Jasmine Express | 14:00 | 22:56 |
Jasmine Express | 23:59 | 08:55 |
KKKL Express | 00:15 | 09:09 |
KKKL Express | 07:30 | 16:24 |
KKKL Express | 09:30 | 18:24 |
KKKL Express | 12:30 | 21:24 |
KKKL Express | 14:00 | 22:54 |
KKKL Express | 15:30 | 00:24 |
KKKL Express | 18:15 | 03:09 |
KKKL Express | 23:30 | 08:24 |
Billion Stars | 00:15 | 05:17 |
Billion Stars | 01:00 | 06:02 |
Billion Stars | 07:00 | 12:08 |
Billion Stars | 08:00 | 13:08 |
Billion Stars | 09:00 | 14:08 |
Billion Stars | 10:00 | 15:08 |
Billion Stars | 11:00 | 16:08 |
Billion Stars | 12:00 | 17:08 |
Billion Stars | 13:00 | 18:08 |
Billion Stars | 14:00 | 19:08 |
Super Nice Express | 07:30 | 12:32 |
Super Nice Express | 08:45 | 13:47 |
Super Nice Express | 09:50 | 16:09 |
Super Nice Express | 22:45 | 03:47 |
🚆 Train Schedule – Penang (Butterworth) to Kuala Lumpur + Train Tickets:
Train Schedule - Penang to Kuala Lumpur | Departs in Butterworth | Arrival in Kuala Lumpur |
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KTM Berhad Train | 07:50 | 12:10 |
KTM Berhad Train | 13:05 | 16:40 |
KTM Berhad Train | 05:15 | 09:20 |
KTM Berhad Train | 16:05 | 20:10 |
KTM Berhad Train | 06:30 | 10:35 |
KTM Berhad Train | 18:45 | 22:50 |
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