4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Butterworth to Tanah Merah
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Buses per day
6
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 $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 6 buses that leave Butterworth for Tanah Merah on Wed, May 13, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 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 Wed, May 13 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.
QUEEN EXPRESS9:30 PM5h40Butterworth, Penang Sentral3:10 AMTanah Merah$151One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA9:45 PM5h40Butterworth, Penang Sentral3:25 AMTanah Merah$151One-way0 transfers- QUEEN EXPRESS1:30 PM5h40Butterworth, Penang Sentral7:10 PMTanah Merah$151One-way0 transfers
- QUEEN EXPRESS11:30 PM5h40Butterworth, Penang Sentral5:10 AMTanah Merah$151One-way0 transfers
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)10:00 AM5h40Butterworth, Penang Sentral3:40 PMTanah Merah$151One-way0 transfers
- PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)10:00 AM5h40Butterworth, Penang Sentral3:40 PMTanah Merah$151One-way0 transfers
- QUEEN EXPRESS9:30 PM5h40Butterworth, Penang Sentral3:10 AMTanah Merah$151One-way0 transfers
- EKSPRESS MUTIARA9:45 PM5h40Butterworth, Penang Sentral3:25 AMTanah Merah$151One-way0 transfers
- QUEEN EXPRESS1:30 PM5h40Butterworth, Penang Sentral7:10 PMTanah Merah$151One-way0 transfers
- QUEEN EXPRESS11:30 PM5h40Butterworth, Penang Sentral5:10 AMTanah Merah$151One-way0 transfers
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 $14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $61.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $165 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 36m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Butterworth to Tanah Merah:
A bus is $150 (€120) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Butterworth to Tanah Merah costing on average $165 (€132).
Other travel options to Tanah Merah take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 36m.
You'll arrive about -2h -16m sooner (5h 40m by bus vs 4h 24m by car) and save roughly $-1.16 (€-0.93) compared to fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $14 (€11)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Ekspres Perdana.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Butterworth to Tanah Merah Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
Butterworth to Tanah Merah bus times
The table below shows live departures for Butterworth to Tanah Merah buses for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:30 PM Butterworth | 5h40 | 9:10 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 13 | |||||
| PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 10:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 5h40 | 3:40 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
| QUEEN EXPRESS | 1:30 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 5h40 | 7:10 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
| QUEEN EXPRESS | 9:30 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 5h40 | 3:10 AM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 9:45 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 5h40 | 3:25 AM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 10:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 5h40 | 3:40 AM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Butterworth to Tanah Merah
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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 $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:30, the last at 23:30. 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 $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 9:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Rapid Penang, Ekspres Perdana from Butterworth to Tanah MerahYou can travel by bus between Butterworth to Tanah Merah with Rapid Penang, Ekspres Perdana for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Butterworth to Tanah Merah
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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