1. Bus – Penang to Malacca
2. Train – Penang to Malacca
3. Taxi – Penang to Malacca
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From Penang to Malacca you can travel by bus, train, private car.
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- Travel distance from Penang to Malacca (Melaka) is about 500 km by land or about 450 km by plane. There are 4 options how you can get to Malacca from Penang – transport by tourist bus, transfer by KTM train, travel by private car/taxi. The most popular and cheapest way of transfer to Malacca from Penang is to travel by tourist bus. Travel by tourist bus from Penang to Malacca takes about 7-12 hours and bus tickets cost about $11-18/pp. You can also take a bus from Butterworth, about 4 km by ferry from Georgetown in Penang. These buses to Malacca depart from from Penang Komtar, Sungai Nibong and arrive to Melaka Sentral bus station.
- You can also travel by KTM train from Butterworth to Tampin, it is about 40 km from Malacca. There is no railway station in Malacca town center. Travel by KTM train from Butterworth to Tampin takes about 6.5 hours and train tickets cost about $17-22/pp. From Malacca you can also go to Genting Highlands.
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- You can also travel by private car or taxi from Penang to Malacca. Private car is the most expensive way of transfer between these places. You can book your private taxi or car from Penang to Malacca via Kuala Lumpur. Malacca (or Melaka) belongs to the most favorite and popular tourist sites in Malaysia. Just two hours southwest of Kuala Lumpur, we come across Melaka, the capital of the Malaysian state of the same name. Malacca was founded around 1400. Read the instructions how you can reach Malacca from Penang below in this article. It is also easy to search and book tickets to Malacca online. Malacca is also easily accessible from Kuala Lumpur.
| Transfer Mode – Penang to Malacca: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Tourist Bus | 7-12 hours | $11-18/pp |
| KTM Berhad Train to Tampin | 6.5 hours | $17-22/pp |
| Private Taxi / Car | 6 hours | $300-540/car |
How do I get from Penang to Malacca?
1. BUS from Penang to Malacca
The cheapest land transport option from Penang to Malacca city is a bus transfer. Most solo travelers use this transfer option. On this route, you can use various bus companies such as Billion Stars, KPB Express, Pancaran Matahari, Mayang Sari, KKKL Express, Super Nice Express and others that offer you modern buses with seats.
Buses can depart from various places or bus stations such as Sungai Nibong, Penang Komtar, Bukit Mertajam, Butterworth – Penang Sentral in Penang and usually arrive at the largest bus station, Melaka Sentral. Melaka Sentral is located approximately 4 km from the city center.
The bus transfer to Malacca from Penang takes approximately 7-12 hours, this time can vary a little and buses can also be late, so it is better to always count on a certain time reserve. Bus tickets to Malacca from Penang range from $11-18/pp, these prices are not fixed and may vary slightly throughout the year.
However, it is therefore the cheapest option of transport between these places. Penang to Malacca bus tickets are easy to find and buy online in advance. The bus schedule between Penang and Malacca can be more limited, so it is advisable to search for the connection in advance.
When booking, always read all transfer information and instructions and follow the instructions of the bus companies. Please arrive at the Penang bus station at least 30 minutes before the bus departs. A bus transfer to Malacca from Penang or Butterworth is mainly suitable for ordinary solo low-cost travelers who have a more limited budget for their travel.
2. KTM TRAIN from Buterworth to Tampin
Another land transfer option from Penang to Malacca city is a train transfer from Butterworth. In Butterworth is the nearest railway station for KTM Berhad trains which do not go directly to Malacca city, there is no railway there but you can go to Tampin city. Tampin is about 40 km from the city of Malacca and trains pass and stop here.
Butterworth can be reached by ferry from Georgetown, the fastest transfer option between Penang Island and the mainland and Butterworth. The ferry transfer from Georgetown to Butterworth takes about 20 minutes. The train departs from Butterworth Railway Station and arrives at Tampin Railway Station near the city of Malacca, look at the train map in Malaysia and you will know where to go.
The disadvantage of a train transfer not on this route is that the train timetable is very limited, only about 1-2 trains can be used for a direct transfer every day. The trains also make other stops along the way before arriving in Tampin. The train transfer from Butterworth to Tampin takes approx. 6.5-7 hours, the indicated train travel time is usually roughly respected, at most there can be a very small difference or delay.
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A train ride from Butterworth to Tampin will cost you between $17-22/pp, that’s the price per seat. You can easily search and buy train tickets to Tampin from Butterworth online in advance. You don’t even need to print these tickets, just keep them on your phone and then present them when you board the train in Butterworth, because these tickets have a QR code that you can use to prove yourself.
Please arrive at Butterworth railway station at least 30 minutes before the train departs. The train transfer is again mainly suitable for solo travelers who are looking for a little better comfort for transport on this route.
3. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Penang to Malacca
The most convenient, fast, but at the same time the most expensive transfer option from Penang to Malacca city is by private car/taxi with driver. This option of transportation between these places will be offered by the private company Daytrip, which offers smaller classic cars or even minivans for transporting more people.
Daytrip also offers a number of other popular routes in Malaysia, so it can be used elsewhere. The advantage of this option is the choice of your departure point in Penang and your arrival point in Malacca, the disadvantage is the high fare. Private car/taxi with driver from Penang to Malacca costs between $300-540/car, prices vary by car type.
Smaller classic cars for up to 3 passengers are always the cheapest option, and larger multi-passenger minivans are always more expensive. However, you can of course calculate the fare for individual passengers in the vehicle. The minivans by Daytrip are for 4 or 7 people in the vehicle.
Transport by private taxi/car from Penang to Malacca takes about 6 hours, but the time may vary depending on the travel route you choose and where exactly you want to go and where you depart from. Once again, you can easily search, view and instantly book your Penang to Malacca chauffeur driven car online in advance.
When booking a car, always read all transfer information and instructions and follow the company’s instructions to avoid any misunderstandings. Private car transport to Malacca is mainly suitable for travelers who seek privacy in transport and have a higher budget for their travel in Malaysia.
❓ FAQ + Tips – Travel route from Penang to Malacca:
1. How to book and buy tickets + flights from Penang to Malacca?
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- Search and book tickets / flights from Penang to Malacca online on 12go.asia ➜.
- You can book another tickets, e.g. Malacca to Kuala Lumpur, Malacca to Singapore…
2. What is the travel time from Penang to Malacca?
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- Transfer by tourist bus from Penang to Malacca (Melaka Sentral) takes about 7-12 hours.
- Transfer by KTM train from Penang (Butterworth) to Batang (Malacca) takes about 6.5 hours.
- Transfer by private taxi/car with a driver from Penang to Malacca takes about 6 hours.
3. How much does it cost to get from Penang to Malacca?
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- Travel by tourist bus from Penang to Malacca costs about $11-18/pp.
- Travel by KTM train from Penang (Butterworth) to Batang (Malacca) costs about $17-22/pp.
- Travel by private taxi/car with a driver from Penang to Malacca costs about $300-540/car.
4. What is the travel distance from Penang to Malacca?
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- Travel distance from Penang to Malacca in Malaysia is about 500 km by train/bus or about 450 km by plane.
5. What is the best way of transfer from Penang to Malacca?
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- The best way of transfer from Penang to Malacca is to travel by plane because there is a direct flight. But these flights to Malacca are very limited, so another good option is to travel by tourist bus to Melaka Sentral bus station.
6. What is the most cheapest way of transfer from Penang to Malacca?
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- The most cheapest way of transfer from Penang to Malacca is to travel by tourist bus. The most cheapest one-way bus ticket from Penang to Melaka Sentral station costs about $11-12/pp.
7. Is there a direct train from Penang to Malacca?
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- No, there is no direct train to Malacca town. But you can travel by KTM train from Butterworth (about 3 km by ferry from Penang) to Batang Railway Station, it is about 45 km from Malacca town.
8. Where you can go and travel from Malacca?
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- From Malacca you can travel to Singapore via Johor Bahru border town. There are tourist buses or flights to Johor Bahru and shuttle train from Johor Bahru to Singapore. You can also travel by tourist bus or taxi to Kuala Lumpur.
9. Where you can go from Penang?
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- From Penang you can take a ferry or plane to Langkawi or you can go to Ipoh by tourist bus, KTM train or private taxi – another popualr tourist site in Malaysia.
10. Where to accommodate in Malacca?
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- Malacca offers various tourist hostels, guesthouses or cheap hotels. You can also find very modern luxury hotels in the town center. There are various types of accommodation facilities for everyone.
- You can search and book your hotel in Malacca online with Agoda.
11. How to travel solo in Malaysia?
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- Solo travel in Malaysia is a seamless journey with user-friendly public transportation, reliable ridesharing services, and a plethora of solo-friendly accommodations. Immerse yourself in the local culture, try diverse cuisines, and explore vibrant markets. Whether wandering through historical cities or relaxing on tropical islands like very popular and attractive Langkawi or Perhentian, Malaysia welcomes the solo adventurer with open arms.
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🚍 Bus Schedule / Timetable – Penang to Malacca + Bus Tickets:
Bus Schedule - Penang to Malacca | Departs in Penang | Arrival in Malacca | Bus Ticket |
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Pancaran Matahari | 00:30 | 12:48 | From $17.00 |
KPB Express | 09:30 | 16:45 | From $17.00 |
KPB Express | 21:00 | 04:00 | From $15.00 |
KPB Express | 22:30 | 05:45 | From $17.00 |
Billion Stars | 09:30 | 16:36 | From $18.00 |
Billion Stars | 23:00 | 06:06 | From $18.00 |
KKKL Express | 10:00 | 22:16 | From $14.00 |
KKKL Express | 21:00 | 09:16 | From $16.00 |
Mayang Sari | 12:15 | 00:33 | From $12.00 |
Mayang Sari | 23:45 | 12:03 | From $12.00 |