The cheapest and fastest buses from Butterworth to Tanah Merah
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Butterworth to Tanah Merah is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Butterworth to Tanah Merah will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 1 buses that leave Butterworth for Tanah Merah on Fri, Nov 07, 1 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 203 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Butterworth to Tanah Merah
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Butterworth to Tanah Merah among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price |
6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Butterworth to Tanah Merah Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Butterworth to Tanah Merah bus times
The table below shows live departures for Butterworth to Tanah Merah 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
QUEEN EXPRESS | 1:30 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 5h40 | 7:10 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 1:45 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 5h40 | 7:25 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 2:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 5h40 | 7:40 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Butterworth to Tanah Merah
Buses from Butterworth to Tanah Merah run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:15, the last at 23:16. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 10:15 |
Last bus 23:16 |
Bus providers: Sri Maju Group, Ekspres Perdana from Butterworth to Tanah MerahYou can travel by bus between Butterworth to Tanah Merah with Sri Maju Group, Ekspres Perdana for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Sri Maju Group
Ekspres Perdana
FAQs: Bus from Butterworth to Tanah Merah
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Butterworth to Tanah Merah 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 Tanah Merah, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Butterworth, Penang Sentral, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Tanah Merah, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
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- Sri Maju Group
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Sri Maju Group
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Butterworth to Tanah Merah
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available for cars and motorcycles
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: P211, P212, T55
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