4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Tanah Merah to Butterworth
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tanah Merah to Butterworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tanah Merah to Butterworth will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Tanah Merah for Butterworth on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 203 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 5 h 43 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.
3:15 PM5h43Tanah Merah8:58 PMButterworth$121One-way0 transfers
2:45 AM5h43Tanah Merah8:28 AMButterworth$141One-way0 transfers
- 2:45 AM5h43Tanah Merah8:28 AMButterworth$141One-way0 transfers
- 3:15 PM5h43Tanah Merah8:58 PMButterworth$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Tanah Merah to Butterworth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tanah Merah to Butterworth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $66.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $202 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 38m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tanah Merah to Butterworth:
A bus is $187 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tanah Merah to Butterworth costing on average $202 (€165).
Other travel options to Butterworth take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 38m.
You'll arrive about -2h -13m sooner (5h 43m by bus vs 4h 30m by car) and save roughly $-1.41 (€-1.15) compared to fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $13 (€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.
Tanah Merah to Butterworth Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 08:28AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 08:43AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 11:58AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 04:28PM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 04:28PM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:43PM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Naza Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:43PM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 04:58PM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:58PM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Naza Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:43PM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:58PM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:13AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 04:28AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 04:28AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Naza Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:43AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 04:58AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:13AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Live departures
Tanah Merah to Butterworth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tanah Merah to Butterworth buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:15 PM Tanah Merah | 5h43 | 8:58 PM Butterworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 2:45 AM Tanah Merah | 5h43 | 8:28 AM Butterworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tanah Merah to Butterworth
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Buses from Tanah Merah to Butterworth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 43m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Ekspres Perdana from Tanah Merah to ButterworthYou can travel by bus between Tanah Merah to Butterworth with Ekspres Perdana for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Tanah Merah to Butterworth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tanah Merah to Butterworth 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 Butterworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from Tanah Merah to Butterworth
Most Tanah Merah to Butterworth buses use the Tanah Merah to Butterworth, Penang Sentral station pair. Use this guide to compare Tanah Merah and Butterworth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Tanah Merah station do buses to Butterworth leave from?
Getting to Tanah Merah from Tanah Merah city centre
Tanah Merah is 2 km from Tanah Merah city centre. Public transport options include:
Tanah Merah bus station facilities and services
Tanah Merah has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from local banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tanah Merah.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tanah Merah: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tanah Merah: Wheelchair ramps.
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