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Penang Bird Park
Interactive bird park with aviaries, reptile exhibits and family-friendly displays. Popular for close encounters with tropical species.
Buses from Marang to Butterworth run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at L 86 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 12:50. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (315 km) distance in 9h 19m.
Distance 195 miles (315 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price L 86 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 19m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 12:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Marang to Butterworth.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 10:19AM | Duration 9h19 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price L 83 |
Operator Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:19PM | Duration 9h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price L 90 |
Operator Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 10:09PM | Duration 9h19 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price L 66 |
Operator ESB_7114 | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:09AM | Duration 9h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price L 89 |
Operator Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:19AM | Duration 9h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price L 90 |
Operator S. P. Bumi | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:19AM | Duration 9h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price L 89 |
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Rice noodles in a rich prawn and pork broth, often topped with prawns, egg and fried shallots. A signature Penang hawker dish loved for its sweet-savory stock.
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Well-known traditional kopitiam stop for Butterworth breakfasts, coffee, toast and local noodles. Simple setting with strong neighborhood following.
Budget-friendly by Malaysian standards. Hawker meals, basic hotels, and local transport are low cost; mid-range dining and chain cafes remain affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is not expected. Restaurants may add a 10% service charge. Round up small taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes only for good service.
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Jalan Pantai, Butterworth -> Penang Sentral, Butterworth
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Most Marang to Butterworth buses use the Marang to station pair. Use this guide to compare Marang and Butterworth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Marang has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small food stalls and local vendors available
ATMs are aTM available at terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Marang.
Available at Marang: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marang: Basic wheelchair access.
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