TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang

TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang

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TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang Schedule

TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Rhino Airiel Express Express 01:30 - 06:32MYR 57.75
Rhino Airiel Express Express 02:00 - 07:02MYR 51.98
Billion Stars Express Express 06:45 - 11:47MYR 34.66
AirAsia Economy #AK612609:00 - 10:00MYR 186.36
AirAsia Economy #AK611210:05 - 11:10$ 32.60
Sani Express Express 12:30 - 17:32MYR 36.97
KKKL Express Express 14:30 - 23:26MYR 41.58
KPB Express VIP 24 17:00 - 22:02MYR 40.43
Malindo Air Economy #OD111419:10 - 20:10$ 39.14
Billion Stars Express VIP 21:30 - 02:29MYR 38.50
KPB Express VIP 24 22:00 - 03:02MYR 40.43

Transportation from TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Facts about the transport from TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:30 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day160
Distance349 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAerobus, AirAsia, Asian Overland Services, Billion Stars Express, Cosmic Express, Intercity Coach, KKKL Express, KPB Express, LA Holidays, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air, Mara Liner, Mayang Sari, Sri Maju Group, Suasana Edaran Express, Super Nice Express

TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang Destination Reviews

EB
For this trip you’re gonna need a blanket, neck pillow, snacks, a cap, headphones and a good playlist. It is true what the other reviews tell you. The bus driver seems very careless with his passengers. Luckily for us he was accompanied with a man who was closer to nice and spoke English. The aircon is very cold and the bus smells of old cigarettes… BUT there are lots of leg room and the seats can transform to a semi bed.
Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Feb 29, 2024
SS
3 hours late at pick up point. 7 hour drive instead of 5. So overall delay of 5 hours.
Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Feb 8, 2024
JD
Bus delayed for 1.5 hours with no info provided, weren’t allowed on the next bus even though that arrived earlier than our bus.
Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Jul 30, 2023
C
The bus was 1 hour late, my seat was old three different times, so that caused a bit of confusion period ... Earlier reviews talked about having a tablet and massage seats karma but my bus had neither.. and my charging port did not work.. but it got me from point a to point b..
Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Jul 13, 2023
RT
old bus and all dirty
Bus Express, Super Nice Express, Jun 20, 2023
AL
Arrival time was not correct. The bus arrived to Penang at 5:30 instead 9:24. Arrival time was noted on ticket as 9:24. We are seated on terminal and wait sunrise…
Bus Express, KKKL Express, Jun 13, 2023
MA
stunning scenery and super comfy seats
Bus Express, Super Nice Express, May 11, 2023
CL
1.5hrs late but comfortable with 3 toilet stops
Bus Express, Super Nice Express, Dec 18, 2022
MM
The bus left on time but the trip lasted for 7,5 hours instead of the estimated 5. There were random stops, especially in Butterworth.
Bus VIP, KPB Express, Dec 10, 2022
HA
The bus was 50 minutes late, the driver seemed angry, we finally took off at almost 3pm instead of 2pm. No communication whatsoever, no English on board. The driver looked irritated the whole way. We made stops without explanation. In the end we opted for a grab instead of waiting any longer. If youre a tourist/traveller find someone who speaks English to cling on to. Benefits: leg space and comfort was good.
Bus Express, Billion Stars Express, Dec 1, 2022
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How to get from TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Travelling between TBS Kuala Lumpur and Penang is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 303.72 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 7.32.

How long does it take to get from TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 9 hours to travel between TBS Kuala Lumpur and Penang depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between TBS Kuala Lumpur and Penang. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h 56m to reach Penang.

How much does it cost to get from TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang?

Travelling between TBS Kuala Lumpur and Penang can be as cheap as USD 7.32 if you opt for a Billion Stars Express bus and as expensive as USD 303.72 if you buy a Asian Overland Services taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between TBS Kuala Lumpur and Penang ?

  • 135 from Kuala Lumpur to Penang starting from 00:30 TBS Kuala Lumpur until 23:59 TBS Kuala Lumpur
  • 23 from Kuala Lumpur to Penang starting from 06:35 Kuala Lumpur Airport until 22:00 Kuala Lumpur Airport
  • 2 from Kuala Lumpur to Penang starting from 00:00 Kuala Lumpur Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Kuala Lumpur Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 22.40.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Kuala Lumpur and Penang

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air

Bus

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Penang overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kuala Lumpur and Penang

Aerobus, Billion Stars Express, Cosmic Express, Intercity Coach, KKKL Express, KPB Express, LA Holidays, Mara Liner, Mayang Sari, Sri Maju Group, Suasana Edaran Express, Super Nice Express

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Kuala Lumpur and Penang

Asian Overland Services

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from TBS Kuala Lumpur to Penang?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 74% opted for a bus
  • 17% decided to fly
  • 8% took a train
  • 1% Other