Butterworth to Alor Setar

Butterworth to Alor Setar

Butterworth
Alor Setar
Mon, Jun 15
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Butterworth to Alor Setar Destination Reviews

HA
Holly A
Driver was very friendly but the vehicle absolutely stank of cigarettes, so badly I thought I was going to throw up
Butterworth to Alor Setar, Bus Economy, Plusliner, Feb 1, 2026
MM
Massimo M
In time and comfort
Butterworth to Alor Setar, Bus Express, Sri Theven Travel, Jan 10, 2026
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Rainer A
Everything was ok.
Butterworth to Alor Setar, Bus Express, Super Nice Express, Aug 12, 2025
4.4
10 customer reviews
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Butterworth to Alor Setar Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Plusliner
Club Class
09:30
11:59
$4.14
Bus
Plusliner
Express
09:30
11:59
$5.52
Bus
Super Nice Express
Express
10:30
12:02
$2.30
  3.5
Bus
Super Nice Grassland
Express
10:30
12:02
$2.26
Bus
Arwana Express
Express
12:30
14:59
$3.43
Bus
Arwana
Express
12:30
14:02
$3.45
Bus
Sri Theven Travel
Express
13:00
14:32
$2.53
Bus
Plusliner
Club Class
14:00
16:29
$4.14
Bus
Plusliner
Express
14:00
16:29
$5.52
Bus
Plusliner
Club Class
18:45
21:14
$3.68
Bus
Plusliner
Club Class
19:30
21:59
$4.14
Bus
Plusliner
Express
19:30
21:59
$5.52
Bus
Sri Theven Travel
Express
20:30
22:02
$2.53

How to get from Butterworth to Alor Setar

Travelling between Butterworth and Alor Setar is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 6.15 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 2.98.

How long does it take to get from Butterworth to Alor Setar?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 47 hours to travel between Butterworth and Alor Setar depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Butterworth and Alor Setar. Bus will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Train does a much slower job and take about 1d 23h to reach Alor Setar.

How much does it cost to get from Butterworth to Alor Setar?

Travelling between Butterworth and Alor Setar can be as cheap as USD 2.98 if you opt for a Sri Theven Travel bus and as expensive as USD 6.15 if you buy a Plusliner Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Butterworth and Alor Setar ?

  • 6 from Butterworth to Alor Setar starting from 09:30 Butterworth until 20:30 Butterworth

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Butterworth to Alor Setar.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Butterworth to Alor Setar overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Butterworth and Alor Setar

Arwana Express, Plusliner, Sri Theven Travel

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Butterworth and Alor Setar

DTY Holidays, FQD Travel, THS Transportation

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Butterworth to Alor Setar?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 97% opted for a bus
  • 2% took a train
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Butterworth to Alor Setar

Facts about the transport from Butterworth to Alor Setar

Cheapest Transport$3
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure5:50 오전
Latest Departure10:35 오후
Departures per day6
Distance67 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirAsia, Arwana Express, DTY Holidays, FQD Travel, Malaysia Airlines, Plusliner, Sri Theven Travel, THS Transportation