Sungai Buloh to Penang

By train the journey from Sungai Buloh to Penang (Butterworth Railway Station) is scheduled to take from 3 hours 38 minutes to 3 hours 51 minutes depending upon which train you take.

Train Times from Sungai Buloh to Penang

There are currently 6 trains a day from Sungai Buloh to Penang (Butterworth Railway Station).

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Sungai Buloh Railway Station

Sungai Buloh Railway Station is located 8.1 km from Valencia Golf Club.

Butterworth Railway Station

The commuter ferry to Penang Island departs from a pier near to Butterworth Railway Station.

About Travel to Penang

The cheapest way to travel from Butterworth Railway Station to Penang Island is to travel on the Rapid Ferry service.

Ferry from Butterworth to Penang Island

The ferry pier is accessible via the 1st floor of Penang Sentral Bus Station. It’s a short walk from Butterworth Railway Station to Penang Sentral Bus Station which is signposted. Rapid Ferry services to Penang operate from daily from 06:30 until the last ferry at 23:00. A one way ticket, which you need to buy as you enter the jetty on route to the ferry, costs RM2 for adults and RM1 for children.

There is a minimal amount of seating in the car ferry, a small shop and toilets. Smoking is strictly forbidden. The journey, however, only takes from 15 minutes and most travellers stand near the rail on the deck to enjoy the excellent views.

Taxi from Butterworth to Penang Island

Alternatively, you can take a taxi from Butterworth Railway Station to Penang Island which will cost you from RM40 to 50  depending upon your destination and your negotiating skills.

Arrival in Penang Island

The arrival point on Penang Island for Rapid Ferry services from the mainland is George Town. The ferry port is on the seafront road in George Town. The old quarter of George Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and most visitors to the island choose to base themselves here to visit the many local attractions and enjoy the nightlife, which is some of the best in Malaysia.

Travel to your Hotel in Penang Island

Popular areas to stay in George Town are on or near Chulia Street and Amernia street. Both Armenia Street and Chulia Street are within easy walking distance from the ferry terminal if you have a light bag and are reasonably fit. For travel beyond George Town you can take a local bus service departing from Penang Jetty Bus Terminal, which is the bus station that you come to just after you alight from the ferry from mainland.