Kuala Lumpur to Penang bus tickets
12 buses a day from 3 operators, from RM 35.00.

Buses from Kuala Lumpur to Penang take about 4h 45m. 3 operators run 12 departures a day between 07:30 and 23:45, with fares from RM 35.00.
- Cheapest fare
- RM 35.00
- Journey time
- 4h 45m
- First bus
- 07:30
- Last bus
- 23:45
- Buses a day
- 12
- Operators
- 3
- Child fare from
- RM 26.00
Operators on this route
| Operator | Departures | Journey time | Ticket type | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rentas Ekspres4.6(25) | 07:30, 08:45, 13:15, 20:15 | 4h 45m | RefundableDate change | RM 35.00 |
| Kembara Nusantara4.7(25) | 07:30, 11:30, 13:15, 18:00 | 4h 55m | RefundableDate change | RM 35.00 |
| Titiwangsa Liner4.5(25) | 11:30, 16:30, 18:00, 23:45 | 5h 5m | RefundableDate change | RM 35.00 |
Boarding points in Kuala Lumpur
Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS)
Jalan Terminal Selatan, Bandar Tasik Selatan, Kuala Lumpur
Hentian Duta
Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim, Kuala Lumpur
Terminal Bas Pudu Sentral
Jalan Pudu, Kuala Lumpur
Dropping points in Penang
Penang Sentral (Butterworth)
Jalan Bagan Dalam, Butterworth, Penang
Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong
Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Bayan Lepas, Penang
Terminal to terminal
- Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS) to Penang Sentral (Butterworth)
- Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS) to Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong
- Hentian Duta to Penang Sentral (Butterworth)
- Hentian Duta to Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong
- Terminal Bas Pudu Sentral to Penang Sentral (Butterworth)
- Terminal Bas Pudu Sentral to Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus journey from Kuala Lumpur to Penang?
The fastest bus takes about 4 h 45 min. Journey times depend on traffic and stops on the way.
How much is a bus ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Penang?
Fares start from RM 35.00. Children travel from RM 26.00 with operators that offer a child fare.
What time are the first and last buses from Kuala Lumpur to Penang?
The first bus leaves at 07:30 and the last at 23:45, with 12 departures a day.
Where do the buses board and drop off?
Buses board at Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS), Hentian Duta, Terminal Bas Pudu Sentral and drop off at Penang Sentral (Butterworth), Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong.
Can I cancel or change my ticket?
3 of 3 operators on this route sell refundable tickets and 3 allow a date change. Each bus shows its policy before you book.
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. Show the QR code on your phone, or the PDF we email you, when you board.