George Town to Tanah Rata

George Town to Tanah Rata

George Town
Tanah Rata
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George Town to Tanah Rata Destination Reviews

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It was delayed by more than 1 hour and we have stopped for no reason 1 time and stayed too long in Kuala Lumpur waiting
George Town to Tanah Rata, Bus Executive, CS Travel, Sep 14, 2025
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George Town to Tanah Rata Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 4pax
Any time
+3h 36m
$250.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+3h 36m
$250.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+3h 36m
$150.00
Bus
CS Travel
Executive
08:00
12:42
$9.78
  4.5

How to get from George Town to Tanah Rata

Travelling between George Town and Tanah Rata is possible by Bus, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 323.24 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 9.77.

How long does it take to get from George Town to Tanah Rata?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 5 hours to travel between George Town and Tanah Rata depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between George Town and Tanah Rata. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 1h 55m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 5h to reach Tanah Rata.

How much does it cost to get from George Town to Tanah Rata?

Travelling between George Town and Tanah Rata can be as cheap as USD 9.77 if you opt for a Unititi Express bus and as expensive as USD 323.24 if you buy a Sin Pen Travel taxi 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 George Town and Tanah Rata ?

  • 18 from George Town to Tanah Rata starting from 09:00 Penang Transfer until 16:00 Penang Transfer
  • 4 from George Town to Tanah Rata starting from 12:30 Penang Sentral until 15:00 Penang Sentral
  • 69 from George Town to Tanah Rata starting from 00:00 George Town until 00:00 George Town

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from George Town to Tanah Rata.

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

Bus

Travelling from George Town to Tanah Rata 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 George Town and Tanah Rata

CS Travel, Unititi 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 George Town and Tanah Rata

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, DTY Holidays, FQD Travel, Sin Pen Travel

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between George Town and Tanah Rata, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between George Town and Tanah Rata

THS Transportation

What is the most popular transport to get from George Town to Tanah Rata?

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

  • 98% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other

Transportation from George Town to Tanah Rata

Facts about the transport from George Town to Tanah Rata

Cheapest Transport$10
Fastest Transport1h 55m
Earliest Departure9:00 AM
Latest Departure4:00 PM
Departures per day91
Distance96 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCS Travel, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, DTY Holidays, FQD Travel, Sin Pen Travel, THS Transportation, Unititi Express