{"id":5626,"date":"2025-12-17T19:38:18","date_gmt":"2025-12-17T18:38:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/?p=5626"},"modified":"2025-12-17T19:38:19","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T18:38:19","slug":"what-is-the-best-way-to-travel-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-bus-train-or-plane","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/en\/what-is-the-best-way-to-travel-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-bus-train-or-plane\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the best way to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Penang: Bus, train or plane?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Connecting Kuala Lumpur to Penang<\/strong> is one of the <strong>essential routes<\/strong> in <strong>Malaysia<\/strong>, rich in contrasts between an urban capital and a cultural island. The <strong>Kuala Lumpur \u2013 Penang<\/strong> journey covers approximately <strong>350 kilometers<\/strong> and is one of the busiest connections in Malaysia.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"888\" height=\"547\" src=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/kuala-lumpur-penang-trajet-km.jpg\" alt=\"Kuala Lumpur Penang Bus, train or plane \" class=\"wp-image-5226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/kuala-lumpur-penang-trajet-km.jpg 888w, https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/kuala-lumpur-penang-trajet-km-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/kuala-lumpur-penang-trajet-km-768x473.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 888px) 100vw, 888px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>By <strong>plane<\/strong>, the trip lasts just <strong>50 minutes<\/strong>, with tickets starting from <strong>70 RM (\u2248 14 \u20ac)<\/strong> on <strong>AirAsia<\/strong>, <strong>Batik Air<\/strong> or <strong>Malaysia Airlines<\/strong>, departing from <strong>KLIA<\/strong> or <strong>Subang Airport<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>fast ETS train<\/strong> links <strong>KL Sentral<\/strong> to <strong>Butterworth<\/strong> (opposite Penang) in about <strong>4 hours<\/strong>, for a price ranging from <strong>40 to 80 RM (\u2248 8 to 16 \u20ac)<\/strong>, then a <strong>10-minute ferry<\/strong> allows you to reach <strong>George Town<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>long-distance bus<\/strong> remains the most economical option: <strong>35 to 50 RM (\u2248 7 to 10 \u20ac)<\/strong> for <strong>5 to 6 hours<\/strong> on the road from the <strong>TBS<\/strong> terminal to <strong>Sungai Nibong<\/strong> or <strong>Butterworth<\/strong>. Then you will also have to take the ferry. Bus tickets can be easily booked online via <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/?z=13836450\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12go.asia<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.busonlineticket.com\/\">BusOnlineTicket.com<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: you can <strong>book your ferry tickets to George Town<\/strong> in advance (to avoid possible queues) on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penangport.com.my\/services\/ferry-services\/ferry-e-ticketing\">penangport.com.my\/services\/ferry-services\/ferry-e-ticketing<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Sommaire<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/en\/what-is-the-best-way-to-travel-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-bus-train-or-plane\/#bus-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-comfort-and-flexibility-with-a-very-wide-range-of-options-%f0%9f%9a%8c\" >Bus from Kuala Lumpur to Penang: comfort and flexibility with a very wide range of options \ud83d\ude8c<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/en\/what-is-the-best-way-to-travel-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-bus-train-or-plane\/#the-train-between-kuala-lumpur-and-penang-a-peaceful-journey-aboard-the-ktm-ets-%f0%9f%9a%86\" >The train between Kuala Lumpur and Penang: a peaceful journey aboard the KTM ETS \ud83d\ude86<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/en\/what-is-the-best-way-to-travel-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-bus-train-or-plane\/#comparing-bus-and-train-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-which-mode-to-choose-%e2%9a%96%ef%b8%8f\" >Comparing bus and train from Kuala Lumpur to Penang: which mode to choose? \u2696\ufe0f<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/en\/what-is-the-best-way-to-travel-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-bus-train-or-plane\/#faq-traveling-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-by-bus-or-train-%f0%9f%a7%b3\" >FAQ: traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Penang by bus or train \ud83e\uddf3<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"bus-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-comfort-and-flexibility-with-a-very-wide-range-of-options-%f0%9f%9a%8c\"><\/span>Bus from Kuala Lumpur to Penang: comfort and flexibility with a very wide range of options \ud83d\ude8c<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The bus remains the preferred mode for many travelers because of its advantageous value for money and very frequent service. The average travel time is around <strong>4 hours 30 minutes<\/strong> with daily departures from the <em>Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS)<\/em> or Kuala Lumpur\u2019s KTM station. The bus usually arrives at the Sungai Nibong bus terminal in Penang, well located to reach George Town, the lively heart of the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2728 <strong>Variety of classes<\/strong>: from economy to double-deck luxury buses, including Executive, VIP (24, 28, 30 seats), and Premium.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcba <strong>Comfort<\/strong>: reclining individual seats, air conditioning, sometimes snacks or meals on board depending on the company.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd70\ufe0f <strong>Flexibility<\/strong>: more than 5,500 departures per week guarantee a wide choice of schedules.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcb8 <strong>Prices<\/strong>: starting around 38 MYR (about 9 USD) for standard classes, up to 60 MYR (15 USD) for more comfortable options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udee3\ufe0f <strong>Possibility of breaks<\/strong> supervised at Ipoh or Taiping, allowing you to stretch your legs and taste some local specialties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Company \ud83d\ude8d<\/th><th>Approximate Price (MYR) \ud83d\udcb0<\/th><th>Estimated Duration \u23f3<\/th><th>Comfort \u2b50<\/th><th>Main Departure \ud83d\ude8f<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Transnasional<\/td><td>40-60<\/td><td>4h30<\/td><td>VIP, Executive<\/td><td>TBS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Unititi Express<\/td><td>38-58<\/td><td>4h15-4h45<\/td><td>Express, Premium Class<\/td><td>Kuala Lumpur Bus Terminal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mayang Sari<\/td><td>35-55<\/td><td>4h30-5h<\/td><td>Standard, VIP<\/td><td>TBS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Billion Stars Express<\/td><td>40-65<\/td><td>4h20<\/td><td>Luxury Double Decker<\/td><td>KTM Sentral<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To book, platforms like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookaway.com\/fr\/routes\/malaysia\/kuala-lumpur-to-penang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BookAway<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/fr\/travel\/kuala-lumpur\/penang?z=13836450\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12Go Asia<\/a> offer a comprehensive overview of available options and make it easy to compare schedules and prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<center><script src=\"\/\/cdn0.trainbusferry.com\/tools\/form\/fr\/?id=13836450&#038;domain=12go.asia\" data-one2go=\"13836450\" data-color=\"default\" data-language=\"fr\" data-width=\"302\" data-height=\"319\" data-border=\"1\" data-origin=\"Kuala Lumpur\" data-origin-empty=true data-destination-empty=true data-destination=\"Penang\" data-caption=\"All your transport in Malaysia\" data-domain=\"12go.asia\" data-curr=\"EUR\"><\/script><div id=\"powered\">Powered by <a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/?z=13836450\">12Go system<\/a><\/div><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What To Do In #Penang #Island , #Malaysia \ud83c\uddf2\ud83c\uddfe\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/row22r6c47w?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the-train-between-kuala-lumpur-and-penang-a-peaceful-journey-aboard-the-ktm-ets-%f0%9f%9a%86\"><\/span>The train between Kuala Lumpur and Penang: a peaceful journey aboard the KTM ETS \ud83d\ude86<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For a calmer and slightly more scenic experience, the train offers a trip of about <strong>4 to 5 hours<\/strong> departing from KL Sentral to Butterworth, a mainland city adjacent to Penang. This journey via the <strong>Electric Train Service (ETS)<\/strong> operated by KTM Berhad, is an excellent way to see the Malaysian countryside, notably its palm plantations and picturesque villages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\ude89 <strong>Arrival at Butterworth<\/strong>, then a 15-minute ferry to reach George Town, a time to include in your schedule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcba <strong>Heritage Steam Classes<\/strong> with comfortable seats, dedicated spaces and Wi-Fi available on some trains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>Affordable fares<\/strong> starting from 59 MYR (around 15 USD) per trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\uded2 <strong>Easy booking<\/strong> via the official KTM website or platforms like <a href=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/reserver-train-malaisie-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">book your train in Malaysia<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f <strong>Frequency<\/strong>: up to 5 daily departures between KL and Butterworth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Item \ud83d\udd0d<\/th><th>Detail<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Service<\/td><td>KTM ETS (Electric Train Service)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>4h to 5h (KL Sentral \u2192 Butterworth)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Price<\/td><td>~59 MYR (15 USD)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Arrival<\/td><td>Butterworth station + 15 min ferry<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Comfort<\/td><td>Reclining seats, Wi-Fi available<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If the air option with <strong>AirAsia<\/strong> or <strong>Malaysia Airlines<\/strong> remains the fastest, the train offers an excellent compromise for lovers of gentler travel. More information on this alternative is available at <a href=\"https:\/\/itourisme.net\/de-kuala-lumpur-a-penang-en-avion-train-ou-bus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iTourisme<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Penang (Georgetown) to Kuala Lumpur by Ferry &amp; Train\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lYU69kxbEu0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Quel-est-le-meilleur-moyen-de-voyager-de-Kuala-Lumpur-a-Penang-en-bus-ou-en-train-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"discover the best way to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Penang by comparing bus and train options. explore the comfort, prices, and schedules of each transport mode to make an informed choice and fully enjoy your journey in Malaysia.\" class=\"wp-image-4528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Quel-est-le-meilleur-moyen-de-voyager-de-Kuala-Lumpur-a-Penang-en-bus-ou-en-train-1-1.jpg 1344w, https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Quel-est-le-meilleur-moyen-de-voyager-de-Kuala-Lumpur-a-Penang-en-bus-ou-en-train-1-1-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Quel-est-le-meilleur-moyen-de-voyager-de-Kuala-Lumpur-a-Penang-en-bus-ou-en-train-1-1-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Quel-est-le-meilleur-moyen-de-voyager-de-Kuala-Lumpur-a-Penang-en-bus-ou-en-train-1-1-768x439.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1344px) 100vw, 1344px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"comparing-bus-and-train-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-which-mode-to-choose-%e2%9a%96%ef%b8%8f\"><\/span>Comparing bus and train from Kuala Lumpur to Penang: which mode to choose? \u2696\ufe0f<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Between these two modes, the choice will essentially depend on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u23f0 <strong>Time<\/strong>: the bus is on average faster, with a duration around 4h30.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Budget<\/strong>: the bus offers a wider range of prices, often cheaper than the train for standard classes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udf04 <strong>Experience<\/strong>: the train favors a calm journey, ideal for admiring the countryside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udeec <strong>Destination<\/strong>: the bus drops you off directly in Penang, unlike the train which requires a ferry from Butterworth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udecb\ufe0f <strong>Comfort<\/strong>: VIP and Executive buses rival the quality of ETS trains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Criteria \ud83d\udd0e<\/th><th>Bus<\/th><th>Train (ETS)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>About 4h30<\/td><td>4h to 5h (+ 15 min ferry)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Price<\/td><td>35-60 MYR<\/td><td>~59 MYR<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Comfort<\/td><td>Standard to Luxury, often with air conditioning and meals<\/td><td>Reclining seats, Wi-Fi sometimes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Accessibility<\/td><td>Direct arrival in Penang<\/td><td>Need a ferry to reach the island<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Frequency<\/td><td>More than 5,500 departures per week<\/td><td>Up to 5 departures per day<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To better prepare your trip, consulting targeted guides on <a href=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/guide-george-town-penang-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">George Town and Penang<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/voyager-en-malaisie.com\/blog\/guide-kuala-lumpur-malaisie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kuala Lumpur<\/a> helps organize a balanced stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faq-traveling-from-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-by-bus-or-train-%f0%9f%a7%b3\"><\/span>FAQ: traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Penang by bus or train \ud83e\uddf3<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Which option is the most economical?<\/strong><br>The standard bus is generally cheaper, with tickets around 38 MYR (about 9 USD).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is the train comfortable for a long trip?<\/strong><br>The KTM ETS offers reclining seats and a relatively quiet journey, ideal for train lovers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Can you easily book online?<\/strong><br>Yes, via platforms such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookaway.com\/fr\/routes\/malaysia\/kuala-lumpur-to-penang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BookAway<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/fr\/travel\/kuala-lumpur\/penang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">12Go Asia<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is the ferry to Penang included in the train ticket?<\/strong><br>No, the ticket stops at Butterworth. 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