The cheapest and fastest buses from Alor Setar to Malacca
Cheapest price on Sep 06
$23
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$25
Fastest journey on Sep 06
8 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
8 h 16 m
Buses on Sep 06
20
Distance
485 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alor Setar to Malacca 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 Malacca will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 20 buses from Alor Setar to Malacca, including 20 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct buses cover the 485 km distance in an average of 8 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 16 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest buses will take 8 h 16 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.
SANI (HKPS)10:00 PM8h16Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana6:16 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$231One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)10:00 PM9h06Alor Setar7:06 AMMalacca$241One-way0 transfers
Executive(2+1)9:30 PM9h06Alor Setar6:36 AMMalacca$241One-way0 transfers
Executive(2+1)9:00 AM9h06Alor Setar6:06 PMMalacca$241One-way0 transfers
Executive(2+1)9:30 AM9h06Alor Setar6:36 PMMalacca$241One-way0 transfers
INTERCITY COACH10:00 PM8h16Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana6:16 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$251One-way0 transfers
SANI (HKPS)10:00 PM8h16Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana6:16 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$231One-way0 transfers
INTERCITY COACH10:00 AM8h16Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana6:16 PMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$251One-way0 transfers
MAYANG SARI11:30 PM8h16Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana7:46 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$261One-way0 transfers
PANCARAN MATAHARI10:45 PM8h16Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana7:01 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Alor Setar to Malacca
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alor Setar to Malacca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 9h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 301 miles (485 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
9h 9m Average total duration Fastest 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€1). The journey takes 8h 39m versus 7h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Sri Maju Group, Super Nice, Maraliner, KPB Express JB.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Alor Setar to Malacca Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:16PM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Kejora (TBS) | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:16PM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Kejora (TBS) | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:46PM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:36PM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Intercity Coach | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:06PM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 10:31PM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 11:21PM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:16PM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:46PM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator KKKL Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:01AM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator KPB Ekspress | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 05:31AM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:36AM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Kejora (TBS) | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:46AM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator SANI (HKPS) | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:16AM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Sani Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:06AM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Intercity Coach | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:16AM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 06:31AM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 07:21AM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Pancaran Matahari | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:51AM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:46AM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:36AM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 08:11AM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Alor Setar to Malacca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alor Setar to Malacca buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Executive(2+1) | 9:00 AM Alor Setar | 9h06 | 6:06 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
KEJORA (TBS) | 9:00 AM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 5:16 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:30 AM Alor Setar | 9h06 | 6:36 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
KEJORA (TBS) | 9:30 AM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 5:46 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
INTERCITY COACH | 10:00 AM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 6:16 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 10:00 AM Alor Setar | 9h06 | 7:06 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
KKKL SDN BHD | 8:45 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 5:01 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 9:15 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 5:31 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KEJORA (TBS) | 9:30 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 5:46 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:30 PM Alor Setar | 9h06 | 6:36 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANI (HKPS) | 10:00 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 6:16 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
INTERCITY COACH | 10:00 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 6:16 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 10:00 PM Alor Setar | 9h06 | 7:06 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 10:00 PM Alor Setar | 9h06 | 7:06 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 10:15 PM Alor Setar | 9h06 | 7:21 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
MARALINER | 10:15 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 6:31 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 10:45 PM Alor Setar | 9h06 | 7:51 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
PANCARAN MATAHARI | 10:45 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 7:01 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 11:30 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 8h16 | 7:46 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 11:30 PM Alor Setar | 9h06 | 8:36 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alor Setar to Malacca
Buses from Alor Setar to Malacca run on average 20 times per day, taking around 8h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:55, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 301 miles (485 km) distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 301 miles (485 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 8h 16m |
First bus 7:55 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: Intercity Coach, Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora, Kejora (TBS), Mayang Sari Express, Maraliner, Sani Express, SANI (HKPS), KKKL Sdn Bhd, Pancaran Matahari, KKKL Express from Alor Setar to MalaccaYou can travel by bus between Alor Setar to Malacca with Intercity Coach, Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora, Kejora (TBS), Mayang Sari Express, Maraliner, Sani Express, SANI (HKPS), KKKL Sdn Bhd, Pancaran Matahari, KKKL Express for as low as $23 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Intercity Coach
Pancaran Matahari
Kejora (TBS)
Maraliner
SANI (HKPS)
KKKL Sdn Bhd
Mayang Sari Express
KKKL Express
Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora
Sani Express
FAQs: Bus from Alor Setar to Malacca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alor Setar to Malacca 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 Malacca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- KPB Express JB
- Wheelchair access available
- assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
- Maraliner
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Sri Maju Group
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Super Nice
- Each passenger is entitled to hand carry baggage not exceeding 20 kilos.
- Maraliner
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Sri Maju Group
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Super Nice
- Excessive baggage beyond the 20 kilos limit incurs additional fees.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Alor Setar to Malacca
Most Alor Setar to Malacca buses use the Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana to Malacca, Melaka Sentral station pair. Use this guide to compare Alor Setar and Malacca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Alor Setar station do buses to Malacca leave from?
Getting to Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana from Alor Setar city centre
Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana is 2 km from Alor Setar city centre. Public transport options include:
Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana bus station facilities and services
Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food stalls available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from various banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana: Wheelchair accessible, ramps available.
Which Malacca station do buses from Alor Setar arrive at?
Getting to Malacca, Melaka Sentral from Malacca city centre
Malacca, Melaka Sentral is 3 km from Malacca city centre. Public transport options include:
Malacca, Melaka Sentral bus station facilities and services
Malacca, Melaka Sentral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
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