Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang

Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang

Johor Bahru
Butterworth Penang
Sun, Jul 7
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$18
 
 
$93

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Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang Schedule

Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Billion Stars Express VIP 07:50 - 17:02MYR 79.20
Malaysia Airlines Economy #MH472909:00 - 10:15MYR 330.61
Malindo Air Economy 11:45 - 17:50MYR 549.88
KPB Express Express 12:00 - 21:12MYR 80.85
AirAsia Economy #AK642215:35 - 16:45MYR 704.54
AirAsia Economy #AK642217:30 - 18:40MYR 245.52
KPB Express VIP 24 18:30 - 03:42MYR 92.40
Malaysia Airlines Economy #MH471921:35 - 22:50฿ 2,312
KPB Express VIP 24 22:00 - 07:12MYR 92.40

Transportation from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang

Facts about the transport from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure6:35 AM
Latest Departure10:29 PM
Departures per day42
Distance860 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirAsia, Billion Stars Express, Firefly, Intercity Coach, KKKL Express, KPB Express, LA Holidays, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air, Mayang Sari, Sri Maju Group, Super Nice Express

Popular Routes

From Johor Bahru

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How to get from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang

When you want to get from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 92.91. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.13.

How far is Johor Bahru from Butterworth Penang?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang. Your trip will be a total of 535 miles (860 km). The flying distance is 617 miles (992 km).

How long does it take to get from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang?

The travel time from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 18 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang?

The cost of the trip from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Super Nice Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 17.13 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 92.91.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang:

  • Bus tickets - USD 17.16 to USD 20.77;
  • Plane tickets - USD 36.66 to USD 92.82;

How many trips per day are there between Johor Bahru and Butterworth Penang?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:29. There are 29 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Johor Bahru to Butterworth depart during the day - there are approximately 13 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Johor Bahru to Butterworth. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 36.66.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Johor Bahru to Butterworth

AirAsia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Johor Bahru to Butterworth is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Johor Bahru to Butterworth Penang? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 50% users took a plane.
  • 50% decided to go for a bus.