To Sungai Nibong (Pulau Pinang)

To Penang Sentral (Butterworth)

Bus from KL to Sungai Nibong

From
KL Sentral - Departure Hall
Kuala Lumpur
5h5m
To
Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong
Penang
From
RM
From
Terminal Bus Hentian Duta
Kuala Lumpur
4h30m
To
Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong
Penang
From
RM
From
TBS - Terminal Bersepadu Selatan
Kuala Lumpur
5h20m
To
Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong
Penang
From
RM

Bus from KL to Penang Sentral (Butterworth)

From
TBS - Terminal Bersepadu Selatan
Kuala Lumpur
4h15m
To
Penang Sentral Bus Terminal
Butterworth
From
RM
From
Terminal Bus Hentian Duta
Kuala Lumpur
4h45m
To
Penang Sentral Bus Terminal
Butterworth
From
RM

KL to Penang bus trip information

Bus operators:

Plusliner Bus (Most frequent)

Plusliner Nice

Trips/day:

To Sungai Nibong: 13

To Penang Sentral: 3

(Total number of buses depart from TBS, KL Sentral and Hentian Duta)

Earliest / Latest:

From 08:45 AM till 22:00 PM

Number of bus trips and time might vary depending on the operation day

Distance:

Approx. 350km

*The distance is computed from KL Sentral - Departure Hall in Kuala Lumpur to Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong in Penang

Full route's stops:

There are 4 bus routes that connect Kuala Lumpur and Penang

Route 1
  • TBS - Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (KL)
  • KL Sentral (KL)
  • Terminal Bus Hentian Duta (KL)
  • Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong (Penang)
Route 2
  • Terminal Bas Dan Teksi Putrajaya
  • TBS - Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (KL)
  • KL Sentral (KL)
  • Terminal Bus Hentian Duta (KL)
  • Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong (Penang)
Route 3
  • Terminal Bas Dan Teksi Putrajaya
  • TBS - Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (KL)
  • Terminal Bus Hentian Duta (KL)
  • Terminal Bas Penang Sentral (Butterworth)
  • Terminal Bas Ekspres Ukir Square Sungai Petani
Route 4
  • Terminal Bas Dan Teksi Putrajaya
  • TBS - Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (KL)
  • Terminal Bas Penang Sentral (Butterworth)
  • Terminal Bas Ekspres Ukir Square Sungai Petani

Bus and seat features

We provides 2 bus types for passengers traveling from KL to Penang.

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Plusliner Executive
(Most frequently used for bus to Penang)

Bus type

Amenties you enjoy

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Nice Executive 27

Bus type

Amenties you enjoy

Good to know when taking a bus from KL to Penang

About this route

Penang is a vibrant city known for its world-famous street food, UNESCO-listed George Town, stunning beaches, and rich multicultural heritage. From exploring heritage streets filled with street art and colonial buildings to enjoying the views from Penang Hill or relaxing on Batu Ferringhi beach, there's always something exciting to discover.


The Kuala Lumpur – Penang bus route is not only popular among tourists but also serves as a convenient and affordable daily commute for many locals. With competitive fares and punctual service, Plusliner offers an economical and comfortable travel option for passengers commuting between Kuala Lumpur and Penang.


When boarding the bus, estimate enough time to exchange your boarding pass at the terminal. It's recommended to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to print the boarding pass.

Getting to the bus terminals

Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong’s surroundings

Queensbay Mall 4km
George Town 10km
Penang War Museum 7km
Night Market 13km

Penang Sentral's surroundings

Butterworth Ferry Terminal 300m
Penang Bird Park 1km
George Town (via ferry) 5km
Night Market 10km

Bus Operators

Plusliner Bus

Plusliner Bus

Plusliner is widely recognized as one of the most frequent and reliable highway express bus services in Malaysia. In addition to the popular Kuala Lumpur - Penang route, Plusliner connects passengers to over 200 destinations across Peninsular Malaysia, including major cities and smaller towns. Known for its punctuality and efficiency, Plusliner has earned the trust and loyalty of travelers throughout the country.

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