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Main naval museum in Lumut featuring maritime artifacts, service history, and retired equipment. A practical stop to understand the town's naval role.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alor Setar to Lumut is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alor Setar to Lumut will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 2 buses from Alor Setar to Lumut, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 212 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 6 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Alor Setar to Lumut run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:20, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 4h 29m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Alor Setar to Lumut.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:29PM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Arwana | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:59PM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Arwana Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:03PM | Duration 4h33 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:29PM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Arwana | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:59PM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
The table below shows live departures for Alor Setar to Lumut buses for tomorrow, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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SRI MAJU GROUP | 5:00 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 4h29 | 9:29 PM Bus Terminal Lumut | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 5:45 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 6h35 | 12:20 AM Bus Terminal Lumut | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Alor Setar to Lumut with Sri Maju Group, EXPRESS KESATUAN, and Arwana. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Main naval museum in Lumut featuring maritime artifacts, service history, and retired equipment. A practical stop to understand the town's naval role.
Open-air display area with decommissioned naval vessels and equipment near the museum complex. Good for close-up views of ships and defense hardware.
District museum in nearby Beruas with archaeological and local history exhibits. Useful for visitors interested in Perak's older settlements and trade links.
Family beach area south of Lumut with calm water, casuarina trees, and a relaxed shoreline. Suitable for sunset views and casual seaside walks.
Waterfront esplanade with sea views, ferry access, souvenir stalls, and evening walks. A classic Lumut stop for atmosphere before island trips.
Forest recreation area with trails, picnic spots, and elevated views over the coast. Popular with locals for short hikes and nature breaks.
Malay rice noodles in rich fish broth, usually topped with herbs and sambal. A beloved Perak specialty often eaten for breakfast around Lumut.
Fresh squid, fish, or prawns coated in turmeric and fried crisp. Common in Lumut's seafood scene because of the town's fishing and coastal culture.
Stir-fried cockles with chili and aromatics. Popular at seaside stalls and seafood restaurants, showcasing fresh shellfish from the Straits of Malacca.
Waterfront seafood spot serving grilled fish, shellfish, and fried local dishes with sea views and a relaxed family-friendly feel.
Casual seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, crab, prawns, and Chinese-style shared dishes in a busy local setting.
Long-running Chinese coffee shop popular for noodles, rice dishes, and local breakfast in a simple, old-school atmosphere.
Budget-friendly versus many beach destinations: guesthouses, hawker meals, and local transport are low cost; upscale hotel and dining options are limited.
Tipping is not expected. Service charge may be added in restaurants. Round up small cafe bills, and tip taxi drivers only for help or excellent service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alor Setar to Lumut by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lumut, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alor Setar to Lumut buses use the Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana to Terminal Lumut station pair. Use this guide to compare Alor Setar and Lumut bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana is 2 km from Alor Setar city centre. Public transport options include:
Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and several local food stalls available
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from various banks available.
Ticket office support is available at Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana.
Available at Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana: Wheelchair accessible, ramps available.
Terminal Lumut is 2 km from Lumut city centre. Public transport options include:
Terminal Lumut has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from major banks.
Ticket office support is available at Terminal Lumut.
Available at Terminal Lumut: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Terminal Lumut: Wheelchair accessible.
Check bus stations information for Alor Setar and Lumut, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.