The cheapest and fastest coaches from Alor Setar to Butterworth
Cheapest price
3RM
Average price
3RM
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Alor Setar to Butterworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alor Setar to Butterworth will cost around 3RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 3RM.
Of the 6 buses that leave Alor Setar for Butterworth every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 46 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.
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD4:00 PM1h37Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana5:37 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral3 RM1One-way0 changes
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD9:00 AM1h37Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana10:37 AMButterworth, Penang Sentral3 RM1One-way0 changes
EXPRESS KESATUAN7:45 PM1h46Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana9:31 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral4 RM1One-way0 changes
EXPRESS KESATUAN5:45 PM2h01Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana7:46 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral4 RM1One-way0 changes
EXPRESS KESATUAN9:15 AM1h36Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana10:51 AMButterworth, Penang Sentral4 RM1One-way0 changes
EXPRESS KESATUAN9:15 AM1h36Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana10:51 AMButterworth, Penang Sentral4 RM1One-way0 changes
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD4:00 PM1h37Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana5:37 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral3 RM1One-way0 changes
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD9:00 AM1h37Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana10:37 AMButterworth, Penang Sentral3 RM1One-way0 changes
SRI MAJU GROUP5:00 PM1h37Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana6:37 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral4 RM1One-way0 changes
EXPRESS KESATUAN7:45 PM1h46Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana9:31 PMButterworth, Penang Sentral4 RM1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Alor Setar to Butterworth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Alor Setar to Butterworth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 2RM. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of 2RM, and a coach costs an average of 3RM.
Distance: 80 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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3RM Average Price | 2RM Average Price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Alor Setar to Butterworth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alor Setar to Butterworth coaches for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 9:00 AM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 1h37 | 10:37 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 changesdirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 9:15 AM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 1h36 | 10:51 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 changesdirect | |
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 4:00 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 1h37 | 5:37 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 changesdirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 5:00 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 1h37 | 6:37 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 changesdirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 5:45 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 2h01 | 7:46 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 changesdirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 7:45 PM Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana | 1h46 | 9:31 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alor Setar to Butterworth
Buses from Alor Setar to Butterworth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 3RM but you can travel from only 2RM by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 80 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 80 km |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price 3RM |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 36m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd, Plusliner, EXPRESS KESATUAN from Alor Setar to ButterworthYou can travel by bus between Alor Setar to Butterworth with SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd, Plusliner, EXPRESS KESATUAN for as low as 2RM. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Alor Setar to Butterworth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alor Setar to Butterworth by coach. 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 coach, 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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- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alor Setar and Butterworth
Most Alor Setar to Butterworth buses use the Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana to Butterworth, Penang Sentral station pair. Use this guide to compare Alor Setar and Butterworth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Alor Setar station do buses to Butterworth leave from?
Getting to Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana from Alor Setar city centre
Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana is 2 km from Alor Setar city centre. Public transport options include:
Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana bus station facilities and services
Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food stalls available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from various banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana: Wheelchair accessible, ramps available.
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