The cheapest and fastest buses from Butterworth to Alor Setar
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Butterworth to Alor Setar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Butterworth to Alor Setar will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 7 buses that leave Butterworth for Alor Setar on Fri, Nov 07, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 2 h 1 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.
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD
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EXPRESS KESATUANButterworth to Alor Setar Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 02:52AM | Duration 2h42 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:01PM | Duration 2h01 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Arwana | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:02PM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:32PM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:46PM | Duration 2h01 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:02PM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Live departures
Butterworth to Alor Setar bus times
The table below shows live departures for Butterworth to Alor Setar buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 12:30 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 1h32 | 2:02 PM Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 2:35 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h35 | 5:10 PM Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 4:10 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h42 | 6:52 PM Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 4:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h01 | 6:01 AM Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 transfersDirect | |
ARWANA | 4:30 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 1h32 | 6:02 AM Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 5:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 1h32 | 6:32 AM Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 11:45 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h01 | 1:46 PM Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Butterworth to Alor Setar
Buses from Butterworth to Alor Setar run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 32m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Bus providers: Super Nice, SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd, Arwana, Sri Maju Group, Plusliner from Butterworth to Alor SetarYou can travel by bus between Butterworth to Alor Setar with Super Nice, SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd, Arwana, Sri Maju Group, Plusliner for as low as $3 (€2). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Butterworth to Alor Setar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Butterworth to Alor Setar 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 Alor Setar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Jalan Pantai (Butterworth), which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
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- Super Nice
- Each passenger is entitled to hand carry baggage not exceeding 20 kilos.
- SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd
- Arwana
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Super Nice
- Excessive baggage beyond the 20 kilos limit incurs additional fees.
- Sri Maju Group
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Plusliner
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Butterworth to Alor Setar
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Public parking available nearby
- Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stands
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Rapid Penang 601, 602, 603, 604, 701, 702
- Ferry: Penang Ferry Service
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in terminal
- Available at terminal grounds, free for bus passengers
- Food court and several local food stalls available
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair accessible, ramps available
- Public toilets available with small fee
- Bus: Local city buses
- Taxi services
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