Bus to Penang
Penang is a state that made up by 2 portions, Penang Island and Butterworth
in Peninsular Malaysia. The two city is separated by the straits of Malacca and
is linked together via the famous Penang bridge with total length of about 13.5
KM. Penang is one of the most famous tourist attractions for many visitors
coming to Malaysia, thanks to it’s status as the UNESCO site in Malaysia.
There are almost half-hourly express bus service from Kuala Lumpur to Penang,
and also from other places to Penang like Singapore, Malacca, Alor Setar and
many more.
Penang Sentral Bus Terminal
Penang Sentral bus terminal is a transportation hub for northern region and is a
very busy terminal, with buses coming and going every few minutes and you can
choose from luxury buses to a more standard bus with fares slightly cheaper as
compared to buses from Island. This is a main point of entry to get to Penang
Island and for someone who has never been to Penang before, this is the easiest
way to get orientated. Penang Sentral bus terminal is on the mainland, right
next to the Butterworth - Penang Ferry Terminal (just look for the stairs going
up at the back of the bus terminal).
There is also a lot of choice of buses going to Butterworth with many of the
cheaper bus companies operating to here rather than onto Penang Island where all
the luxury buses all tend to end up.
The Penang Sentral Bus Terminal is served by Rapid Penang bus 601, 602, 603,
604, 605, 608, 701, 702, 703, 709 and 801. If you are coming from the Weld Quay
Bus Stop in Georgetown, you can take a ferry across.
Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal
Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal is the centralised long distance express bus terminal
on Penang Island. It was opened in May 2005, before that long distance express
bus runs from KOMTAR, Georgetown. Though most express bus companies have
relocated their operation to Sungai Nibong bus terminal, even until today, there
are still some express bus companies departing from KOMTAR.
For these groups of buses, they depart from KOMTAR then go to Sungai Nibong to
pick up another group of passengers before leaving the Island for the
destinations. This is especially convenient for tourist who usually spends time
and stays hotel in Georgetown area.
Sungai Nibong bus terminal is located about mid-way between northern and
southern end of Penang Island. It is near the famous Penang bridge about 20
minutes to the city centre. Many city bus coaches arrive and depart from this
terminal.
The best way to get to Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal are by taxis and city buses.
Taxi fare from Georgetown area to Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal is around RM25-35,
whereas the travelling time is about 15 minutes.
Bus fare is RM2 from Georgetown area to Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal, whereas the
travelling time is about 20 minutes. Local bus services 401 would go to Sungai
Nibong Bus Terminal from Georgetown and Weld Quay ferry terminal. Do prepare
yourself earlier if you are rushing for bus, in case of heavy traffic and longer
waiting time for the bus.
KOMTAR Bus Terminal
This is main bus terminal for long distance express bus in Penang Island before
Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal started it operation on May 2005.
There are still some express bus companies departing from KOMTAR. For these
groups of buses, they depart from KOMTAR then go to Sungai Nibong to pick up
another group of passengers before leaving the Island for the destinations. This
is especially convenient for tourist who usually spends time and stays hotel in
Georgetown area.
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