Facts about the transport from Butterworth to Malacca
| Cheapest Transport | $20 |
| Fastest Transport | 5h 39m |
| Earliest Departure | 7:50 ص |
| Latest Departure | 10:30 م |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 283 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | KPB Express, Scoot |
Butterworth to Malacca
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Butterworth to Malacca Destination Reviews
MZ
Michael ZVery comfortable seats, friendly drivers, good Information from 12go in advance of the ride
Butterworth to Malacca, Bus VIP, Super Nice Express, Feb 4, 2026
VC
Victoria CDelay in the departure however a good comfortable trip especially since it was a long journey!
Butterworth to Malacca, Bus VIP, Super Nice Express, Sep 24, 2025
RC
Roland CSafe and peaceful ride throughout. Bis was too cold and the Aircon duct was blowing right above me onto my head. Design of this duct is certainly bad.
Note that there is no stop over for meals. Bring your own food onboard.
Butterworth to Malacca, Bus VIP, Super Nice Express, Jun 7, 2025
Butterworth to Malacca Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 7pax | Any time | +5h 39m | $490.00 | |
Bus | Pancaran Matahari | Express | 00:30 | 12:48 | $18.36 | |
Bus | KPB Express | VIP 24 | 09:00 | 16:00 | $13.87 | |
Bus | Golden Silk Holidays | Express | 09:40 | 16:40 | $12.72 | |
Bus | Quick Liner Express | Express | 10:15 | 17:15 | $11.56 | |
Bus | Mayang Sari | Express | 12:15 | 19:15 | $12.25 | |
Bus | Billion Stars Express | VIP | 13:30 | 20:30 | $12.72 | |
Bus | Super Nice Express | VIP | 15:15 | 22:15 | $12.72 | |
Bus | Sri Maju Group | VIP 24 | 17:00 | 00:00 | $12.72 | |
Bus | KPB Express | Express | 18:00 | 01:00 | $12.72 | |
Bus | Golden Silk Holidays | Express | 21:10 | 04:10 | $12.72 | |
Bus | KKKL Travel and Tours | Express | 21:30 | 04:30 | $13.64 | |
Bus | Permata Utara | VIP | 22:25 | 05:25 | $13.64 | |
Bus | KKKL Travel and Tours | Express | 22:45 | 05:45 | $13.64 | |
Bus | KPB Express | VIP 24 | 23:15 | 06:15 | $16.18 | |
Bus | Mayang Sari | Express | 23:44 | 06:44 | $12.25 |
How to get from Butterworth to Malacca
Travelling between Butterworth and Malacca is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 19.04 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 19.04.
How long does it take to get from Butterworth to Malacca?
It can take you anywhere between 6 and 15 hours to travel between Butterworth and Malacca depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Butterworth and Malacca. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 5h 39m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 14h 10m to reach Malacca.
How much does it cost to get from Butterworth to Malacca?
Travelling between Butterworth and Malacca can be as cheap as USD 19.04 if you opt for a KPB Express bus and as expensive as USD 19.04 if you buy a KPB Express 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 Malacca ?
- 2 from Butterworth to Malacca starting from 09:30 Bukit Mertajam until 22:30 Bukit Mertajam
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Butterworth to Malacca.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Butterworth to Malacca 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 Malacca
KPB Express
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 Malacca
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, New Asian Travel
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 Malacca?
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
- 54% opted for a bus
- 28% bought a taxi ride
- 18% took a train
Transportation from Butterworth to Malacca
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Trains$ 21.76
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Buses$ 19.04
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Flights$ 327.35
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Taxis$ 325.37
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available