The cheapest and fastest buses from Kuala Lumpur to Penang
Cheapest price on Sep 13
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 13
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 13
4 h 46 m
Average journey duration on Sep 13
4 h 46 m
Buses on Sep 13
153
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Penang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Penang will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Sun, Sep 13, we found 153 buses from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, including 153 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 13 the direct buses cover the 286 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .
On Sun, Sep 13 the slowest buses will take 4 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
PERSADA TRAVEL AND TOURS8:45 AM5h02Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan)1:47 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral€121One-way0 transfers
TRA EXPRESS1:15 PM5h02Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan)6:17 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral€121One-way0 transfers
PERSADA TRAVEL AND TOURS10:30 AM5h02Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan)3:32 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral€121One-way0 transfers
TRA EXPRESS12:30 AM5h02Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan)5:32 AMButterworth, Penang Sentral€121One-way0 transfers
TRA EXPRESS2:00 AM5h02Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan)7:02 AMButterworth, Penang Sentral€121One-way0 transfers
KPB EKSPRESS11:20 AM4h46Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta4:06 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral€131One-way0 transfers
KPB EKSPRESS10:20 AM4h46Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta3:06 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral€131One-way0 transfers
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS8:15 AM4h46Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta1:01 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral€121One-way0 transfers
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS5:45 PM4h46Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta10:31 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral€121One-way0 transfers
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS9:20 AM4h46Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta2:06 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Kuala Lumpur to Penang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kuala Lumpur to Penang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, while a flight costs an average of €35.
Distance: 286 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price | €21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kuala Lumpur to Penang:
A bus is €25 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Penang costing on average €35.
Other travel options to Penang take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 0m.
Live departures
Kuala Lumpur to Penang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kuala Lumpur to Penang buses for today, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 11:20 PM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 4:08 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 11:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 11:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 11:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
COLOURPLUS EXPRESS | 11:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 11:40 PM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 4:28 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 11:40 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 4:26 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 11:41 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 4:27 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 11:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:47 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 11:50 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 4:36 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 11:59 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 4:45 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 13 | |||||
BILLION STARS | 12:15 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 5:01 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 12:15 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:17 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 12:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 12:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 12:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRA EXPRESS | 12:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 1:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 6:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 1:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 6:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 1:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 6:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 2:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 7:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRA EXPRESS | 2:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 7:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 2:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 7:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 3:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 8:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 4:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 9:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 5:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 10:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 6:15 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 11:17 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 6:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 11:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 6:45 AM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 11:33 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 6:45 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 11:47 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 7:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 12:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 7:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 11:46 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 7:15 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 12:17 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 7:15 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 12:01 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 7:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 12:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 7:45 AM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 12:33 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 8:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 1:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 8:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 1:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 8:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 1:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 8:15 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 1:01 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 8:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 1:18 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 8:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 1:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 8:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 1:16 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 8:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 1:16 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERSADA TRAVEL AND TOURS | 8:45 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 1:47 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 9:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 2:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERSADA TRAVEL AND TOURS | 9:15 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 2:17 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 9:20 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 2:06 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 9:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 2:18 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 9:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 2:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
POH HAI TRAVEL | 9:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 2:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 10:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 2:46 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 10:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 10:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
POH HAI TRAVEL | 10:15 AM Kuala Lumpur, Terminal Bersepadu Gombak (TBG) | 5h08 | 3:23 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 10:15 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:17 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 10:20 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 3:06 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 10:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERSADA TRAVEL AND TOURS | 10:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 10:45 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 3:31 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 10:45 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:47 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 11:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 11:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 11:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 11:00 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 11:15 AM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 4:03 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 11:20 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 4:06 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 11:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 11:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 4:16 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 11:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 11:30 AM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 4:16 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 11:45 AM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:47 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 12:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 12:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 12:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 4:46 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 12:20 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 5:06 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 12:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 12:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 12:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 12:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 5:33 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRA EXPRESS | 12:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 5:47 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 1:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 6:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 1:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 6:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 1:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 6:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 1:10 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 5:56 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 1:15 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 6:01 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRA EXPRESS | 1:15 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 6:17 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 1:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 6:18 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 1:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 6:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 2:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 6:46 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 2:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 7:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 2:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 7:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 2:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 7:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 2:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 6:46 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 2:15 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 7:17 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 2:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 7:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KRISTAL QIRANA | 2:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, Terminal Bersepadu Gombak (TBG) | 5h08 | 7:38 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 2:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 7:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 2:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 7:33 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KRISTAL QIRANA | 3:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 7:46 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 3:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 8:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 3:15 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 8:01 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 3:15 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 8:17 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 3:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 8:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 3:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 8:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 3:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 8:31 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 4:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 9:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 4:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 9:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 4:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 9:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 4:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 9:16 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 4:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 9:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 5:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 10:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 5:15 PM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 10:03 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 5:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 10:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 5:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 10:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 5:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 10:16 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 5:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 10:31 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 5:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 10:47 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 6:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 11:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 6:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 11:02 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 6:20 PM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 11:08 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 6:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 11:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 6:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 11:16 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 6:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 11:32 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 7:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 11:46 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 7:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 12:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 7:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 12:16 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 7:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 12:47 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 8:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 1:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 8:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 1:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 8:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 1:16 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 8:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 1:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 8:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 1:16 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 8:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 1:47 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 9:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 2:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 9:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 1:46 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 9:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 2:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 9:15 PM Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral | 4h48 | 2:03 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
POH HAI TRAVEL | 9:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 2:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 9:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, Bus Terminal Duta | 4h46 | 2:31 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 9:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 2:47 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 10:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
POH HAI TRAVEL | 10:15 PM Kuala Lumpur, Terminal Bersepadu Gombak (TBG) | 5h08 | 3:23 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALYA XPRESS | 10:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 10:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 10:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERSADA TRAVEL AND TOURS | 10:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 10:30 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:32 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 10:45 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 3:47 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 11:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 11:00 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:02 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS | 11:15 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:17 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUICK LINER EXPRESS | 11:15 PM Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 5h02 | 4:17 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kuala Lumpur to Penang
Buses from Kuala Lumpur to Penang run on average 285 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 285 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 286 km distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 286 km |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 285 |
Direct buses 285 |
Fastest bus 4h 46m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Billion Stars, KKKL Sdn Bhd, ALYA XPRESS, SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS, V KEJORA, Maraliner, KPB Ekspress, Infobus, SUASANA HOLIDAY, TRA EXPRESS from Kuala Lumpur to PenangYou can travel by bus between Kuala Lumpur to Penang with Billion Stars, KKKL Sdn Bhd, ALYA XPRESS, SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS, V KEJORA, Maraliner, KPB Ekspress, Infobus, SUASANA HOLIDAY, TRA EXPRESS for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kuala Lumpur to Penang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Penang by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- KONSORTIUM
- Some of their buses are wheelchair accessible.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- KPB Ekspress
- Wheelchair access available
- assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
- ELTABINA EXPRESS
- Cancellation is not available for ELTABINA EXPRESS bus tickets.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- ALYA XPRESS
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Billion Stars
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- SUASANA EDARAN EXPRESS
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Maraliner
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Billion Stars
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- KKKL Sdn Bhd
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kuala Lumpur to Penang
Most Kuala Lumpur to Penang buses use the Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) to Butterworth, Penang Sentral station pair, with some services arriving at Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong. Use this guide to compare Kuala Lumpur and Penang bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Kuala Lumpur station do buses to Penang leave from?
Getting to Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) from Kuala Lumpur city centre
Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) is 7 km from Kuala Lumpur city centre. Public transport options include:
Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) bus station facilities and services
Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and various food outlets available on multiple floors
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan): Wheelchair ramps, elevators, dedicated paths.
Getting to Kuala Lumpur, Hentian Duta from Kuala Lumpur city centre
Kuala Lumpur, Hentian Duta is 3 km from Kuala Lumpur city centre. Public transport options include:
Kuala Lumpur, Hentian Duta bus station facilities and services
Kuala Lumpur, Hentian Duta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local restaurants available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are several ATMs from major banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kuala Lumpur, Hentian Duta.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kuala Lumpur, Hentian Duta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kuala Lumpur, Hentian Duta: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
Getting to Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral from Kuala Lumpur city centre
Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral bus station facilities and services
Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple food courts, cafes, and restaurants including McDonald's, Starbucks, and local eateries
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kuala Lumpur, KL Sentral: Wheelchair ramps, elevators, disabled-friendly facilities.
Which Penang station do buses from Kuala Lumpur arrive at?
Getting to Butterworth, Penang Sentral from Penang city centre
Butterworth, Penang Sentral bus station facilities and services
Butterworth, Penang Sentral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and various local restaurants available inside the terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Butterworth, Penang Sentral.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Butterworth, Penang Sentral: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Butterworth, Penang Sentral: Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
Getting to Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong from Penang city centre
Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong is 3 km from Penang city centre. Public transport options include:
Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong bus station facilities and services
Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food stalls inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from multiple banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong: Wheelchair ramps, disabled-friendly facilities.
Getting to Bukit Mertajam from Penang city centre
Bukit Mertajam bus station facilities and services
Bukit Mertajam has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines nearby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bukit Mertajam.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bukit Mertajam: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bukit Mertajam: Basic wheelchair access.
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