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Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum
Baba Nyonya townhouse museum with furnished rooms and objects that reveal Peranakan family life, design, and social history.
Cheapest price on Sep 26
$21
Average ticket price on Sep 26
$23
Fastest journey on Sep 26
7 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 26
7 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 26
16
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sungai Petani to Malacca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sungai Petani to Malacca will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Sat, Sep 26, we found 16 buses from Sungai Petani to Malacca, including 16 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 26 the direct buses cover the 431 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 26 the slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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.
Executive(2+1)
Executive(2+1)
SANI (HKPS)
Double Deck(2+1)
SRI MAJU GROUP
SRI MAJU GROUP
MAYANG SARI
MAYANG SARI
KPB EKSPRESS
SANI (HKPS)| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 11:42AM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KPB Ekspress | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator LA Holidays Travel and Tours Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:27PM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 07:42PM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:57PM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Kejora (TBS) | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator KPB Ekspress | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator KKKL Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:12AM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator KKKL Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 06:42AM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator KPB Ekspress | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator LA Holidays Travel and Tours Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:27AM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Sani Express | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 07:42AM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Kejora (TBS) | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator SANI (HKPS) | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 07:42AM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Pancaran Matahari | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:12AM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Sungai Petani to Malacca buses for today, Friday, September 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SRI MAJU GROUP | 4:00 PM Sungai Petani | 7h25 | 11:25 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:45 PM Sungai Petani | 8h27 | 6:12 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
KKKL SDN BHD | 9:45 PM Sungai Petani | 7h25 | 5:10 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 10:15 PM Sungai Petani | 8h27 | 6:42 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 10:15 PM Sungai Petani | 7h25 | 5:40 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 10:45 PM Sungai Petani | 7h25 | 6:10 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 11:00 PM Sungai Petani | 8h27 | 7:27 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 11:15 PM Sungai Petani | 8h27 | 7:42 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
KEJORA (TBS) | 11:15 PM Sungai Petani | 7h25 | 6:40 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANI (HKPS) | 11:15 PM Sungai Petani | 7h25 | 6:40 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 11:15 PM Sungai Petani | 8h27 | 7:42 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 11:45 PM Sungai Petani | 8h27 | 8:12 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 26 | |||||
KPB EKSPRESS | 8:15 AM Sungai Petani | 7h25 | 3:40 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:00 AM Sungai Petani | 8h27 | 5:27 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 11:15 AM Sungai Petani | 8h27 | 7:42 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 11:15 AM Sungai Petani | 7h25 | 6:40 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 11:30 AM Sungai Petani | 8h27 | 7:57 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Sungai Petani to Malacca run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 267 miles (431 km) distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 267 miles (431 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Baba Nyonya townhouse museum with furnished rooms and objects that reveal Peranakan family life, design, and social history.
Maritime museum inside a large ship replica, covering Malacca's trading past with exhibits on seafaring and regional commerce.
Private museum presenting Malay sultanate history, court culture, weapons, and royal-themed displays in a timber palace-style building.
Lively heritage street with shophouses, temples, small museums, and evening market activity. Ideal for walking and photography.
Riverside walking area with bridges, murals, historic buildings, and boat views. Best explored on foot in the late afternoon.
Historic square framed by red Dutch-era buildings, churches, and museums. A practical starting point for exploring the old center.
Chicken rice balls are Hainanese-style poached chicken served with compact rice balls, a signature Malacca hawker dish shaped for easy eating.
Nyonya laksa is a Peranakan noodle soup with coconut milk, spices, and seafood or chicken. It reflects Malacca’s distinctive mixed Chinese-Malay heritage.
Cendol is a beloved dessert of shaved ice, coconut milk, gula Melaka, and green rice flour jelly. Malacca’s palm sugar gives it deep caramel flavor.
Well-known Nyonya restaurant serving laksa, pongteh, and other Peranakan classics in a comfortable heritage shophouse setting.
Long-running local favorite for satay celup, with self-service skewers and a lively communal dining experience.
Historic Hainanese shop famous for chicken rice balls and poached chicken in a busy traditional setting near Jonker Street.
Budget-friendly for Malaysia: guesthouses, hawker meals, and short taxi rides are cheap; heritage hotels and tourist dining raise costs but stay below many major Southeast Asian cities.
Tipping is not expected. Restaurants may add 6% SST and 10% service charge. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes only for good service.
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Melaka Sentral -> Dutch Square, Melaka
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sungai Petani 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.

Most Sungai Petani to Malacca buses use the Sungai Petani to Malacca, Melaka Sentral station pair. Use this guide to compare Sungai Petani and Malacca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sungai Petani has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants available
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Malaysian banks.
Ticket office support is available at Sungai Petani.
Available at Sungai Petani: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sungai Petani: Basic ramps available.
Malacca, Melaka Sentral is 3 km from Malacca city centre. Public transport options include:
Malacca, Melaka Sentral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks.
Ticket office support is available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral.
Available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
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