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The cheapest and fastest buses from Perai to Malacca

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 06

Cheapest price on Sep 06

$22

Average ticket price on Sep 06

$22

Fastest journey on Sep 06

7 h 7 m

Average journey duration on Sep 06

7 h 7 m

Buses on Sep 06

5

Distance

411 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Perai to Malacca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Perai to Malacca will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.

Fast buses

On Sun, Sep 06, we found 5 buses from Perai to Malacca, including 5 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 06 the direct buses cover the 411 km distance in an average of 7 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 7 m .

On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest buses will take 7 h 7 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.

  • KPB EkspressKPB EKSPRESS
    11:20 PM7h07
    Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park
    6:27 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • KPB EkspressKPB EKSPRESS
    10:35 AM7h07
    Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park
    5:42 PMMalacca, Melaka Sentral
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • KPB EkspressKPB EKSPRESS
    11:59 PM7h07
    Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park
    7:06 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • KPB EkspressKPB EKSPRESS
    10:35 PM7h07
    Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park
    5:42 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity CoachINTERCITY COACH
    11:30 PM7h07
    Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park
    6:37 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Perai to Malacca

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Perai 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 flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a flight costs an average of $44.

Distance: 255 miles (411 km)

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Most popular
Bus
Flight
Driving

$25

Average price

Cheapest

$44

Average price

$23

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 37m

Average total duration

7h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 57m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Perai to Malacca is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).

This is compared to other travel options from Perai to Malacca:

A bus is $18 (€15) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Perai to Malacca costing on average $44 (€35).

The fastest way to travel from Perai to Malacca is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Malacca take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Perai and Malacca including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Perai to Malacca among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $23 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.45 (€-1.98). The journey takes 7h 7m versus 5h 57m 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.

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.

Perai to Malacca Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
01:10AM
Arrival Time
08:17AM
Duration
7h07
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
Permata Utara Sdn Bhd
Departure Time
02:25AM
Arrival Time
09:25AM
Duration
7h00
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
02:35AM
Arrival Time
09:42AM
Duration
7h07
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
10:35AM
Arrival Time
05:42PM
Duration
7h07
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY
Departure Time
01:15PM
Arrival Time
08:15PM
Duration
7h00
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
03:20PM
Arrival Time
10:27PM
Duration
7h07
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
03:35PM
Arrival Time
10:42PM
Duration
7h07
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
10:35PM
Arrival Time
05:42AM
Duration
7h07
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
11:20PM
Arrival Time
06:27AM
Duration
7h07
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
Intercity Coach
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
06:37AM
Duration
7h07
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
11:59PM
Arrival Time
07:06AM
Duration
7h07
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$22

Live departures

Perai to Malacca bus times

The table below shows live departures for Perai to Malacca buses for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Tickets
KPB EkspressKPB EKSPRESS10:35 PM Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park
7h07
5:42 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral0 transfersDirect
KPB EkspressKPB EKSPRESS11:20 PM Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park
7h07
6:27 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral0 transfersDirect
Intercity CoachINTERCITY COACH11:30 PM Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park
7h07
6:37 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral0 transfersDirect
Sunday, September 6
KPB EkspressKPB EKSPRESS10:35 AM Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park
7h07
5:42 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Perai to Malacca

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Buses from Perai to Malacca run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.

There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 7h 7m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
255 miles (411 km)
Average bus duration
7h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
$25 (€20)
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
7h 7m
First bus
5:00 AM
Last bus
11:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: KPB Express JB from Perai to MalaccaYou can travel by bus between Perai to Malacca with KPB Express JB for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

KPB Express JB

About
Established in 1983 in Malaysia, operates from Kaunter 9, Terminal Pengangkutan Sementara Penang Sentral. The fleet features spacious seats with USB charging ports and adjustable legroom. Wheelchair access is available upon request. Luggage is not included, but excess and bulky luggage can be carried for an additional fee. Onboard food options are not provided, and pets and bikes are not allowed. Seat reservations are not available, and there are no onboard bathrooms.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average KPB Express JB Duration
7h 0m
Cheapest KPB Express JB Price
$21 (€17)
KPB Express JB frequency
3 a day
Additional luggage
Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair access available; assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
Learn more about KPB Express JB

FAQs: Bus from Perai to Malacca

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perai 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.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Perai to Malacca can start from as little as $25 (€20) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Perai to Malacca is $25 (€20) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Perai to Malacca is 7h 7m to travel the 255 miles (411 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Perai to Malacca leaves at 5:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Perai to Malacca leaves at 11:30 PM.
Yes, there are 6 direct buses a day from Perai to Malacca with KPB Express JB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Perai to Malacca, you can count on KPB Express JB for the best way to get you to Malacca. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Perai and Malacca and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Perai , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park, Butterworth, Penang Sentral . When arriving in Malacca , you can end your journey in bus stations like Malacca, Melaka Sentral .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park, which is located around 0 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Malacca, Melaka Sentral, located 3 away from the city centre.
A trip to Malacca from Perai is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 7m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Perai to Malacca is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Perai and Malacca including taking a bus and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Perai to Malacca:
  • KPB Express JB
    • Wheelchair access available
    • assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Perai to Malacca.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Perai to Malacca.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Perai to Malacca.
No, luggage for the bus from Perai to Malacca needs to be booked in addition.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Perai to Malacca:
  • KPB Express JB
    • Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Perai to Malacca.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Perai to Malacca with the following bus company: KPB Express JB
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Perai to Malacca with the following bus company: KPB Express JB.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Perai to Malacca.
Since neither Perai nor Malacca are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Malaysia and Malaysia. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Perai to Malacca among Omio's users.
The currency used in Malaysia is the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR). Travelers often find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in urban areas, but carrying some cash is advisable for smaller vendors and rural locations where card acceptance may be limited.
In Malacca, travelers should be cautious of common scams such as overcharging by taxi or trishaw drivers, especially if fares are not agreed upon beforehand. Pickpocketing can occur in crowded areas like Jonker Street, so keeping valuables secure is important. Travelers should also be aware of counterfeit goods in markets and avoid unlicensed tour operators. Overall, staying vigilant and confirming prices upfront helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Perai to Malacca

Most Perai to Malacca buses use the Perai, Kompleks Chai Leng Park to Malacca, Melaka Sentral station pair. Use this guide to compare Perai and Malacca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Perai
Arrival bus stations in Malacca

Which Perai station do buses to Malacca leave from?

Buses from Perai to Malacca leave from Perai, Kompleks Chai Leng Park. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Perai city centre at Jalan Bagan Luar, Butterworth, Penang, Malaysia.
Perai, Kompleks Chai Leng ParkJalan Bagan Luar, Butterworth, Penang, MalaysiaWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Perai, Kompleks Chai Leng Park from Perai city centre

Perai, Kompleks Chai Leng Park is 1 km from Perai city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus501, 502, 701, 702
FerryPenang Ferry Service

Perai, Kompleks Chai Leng Park bus station facilities and services

Perai, Kompleks Chai Leng Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Local food stalls and small eateries within terminal

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Malaysian banks.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Perai, Kompleks Chai Leng Park.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Perai, Kompleks Chai Leng Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Perai, Kompleks Chai Leng Park: Wheelchair ramps and accessible pathways.

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