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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Malacca to Alor Setar
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
8 h 17 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
485 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Malacca to Alor Setar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malacca to Alor Setar will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $15.
Fast coaches
Of the 17 buses that leave Malacca for Alor Setar every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 485 km distance in an average of 8 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 17 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
MAYANG SARI11:15AM8h17
Malacca, Central Bus Terminal07:32PMAlor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana
$151One-way
0 changes
Executive(2+1)11:15AM9h06
Malacca08:21PMAlor Setar
$151One-way
0 changes
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD07:45PM8h17
Malacca, Central Bus Terminal04:02AMAlor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana
$161One-way
0 changes
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD09:00AM8h17
Malacca, Central Bus Terminal05:17PMAlor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana
$161One-way
0 changes
SRI MAJU GROUP09:00AM8h17
Malacca, Central Bus Terminal05:17PMAlor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana
$161One-way
0 changes
MAYANG SARI11:15AM8h17
Malacca, Central Bus Terminal07:32PMAlor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana
$151One-way
0 changes
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD07:45PM8h17
Malacca, Central Bus Terminal04:02AMAlor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana
$161One-way
0 changes
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD09:00AM8h17
Malacca, Central Bus Terminal05:17PMAlor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana
$161One-way
0 changes
SRI MAJU GROUP09:00AM8h17
Malacca, Central Bus Terminal05:17PMAlor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana
$161One-way
0 changes
MARALINER11:30PM8h17
Malacca, Central Bus Terminal07:47AMAlor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana
$171One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Malacca to Alor Setar
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Malacca to Alor Setar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 485 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
$15 Average Price Cheapest | $59 Average Price |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Malacca to Alor Setar bus times
Showing buses for today, Tuesday, 4 November
Last updated at 10:41 pm
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Executive(2+1) | 11:30 pm Malacca | 8h27 | 7:57 am Alor Setar | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 5 November | |||||
| PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 1:00 am Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 8h17 | 9:17 am Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 changesdirect | |
 INTERCITY COACH | 1:00 am Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 8h17 | 9:17 am Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 changesdirect | |
| SRI MAJU GROUP | 1:00 am Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 8h17 | 9:17 am Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 changesdirect | |
| MAYANG SARI | 3:15 am Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 8h17 | 11:32 am Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 changesdirect | |
 Executive(2+1) | 9:00 am Malacca | 8h27 | 5:27 pm Alor Setar | 0 changesdirect | |
| Executive(2+1) | 11:15 am Malacca | 9h06 | 8:21 pm Alor Setar | 0 changesdirect | |
| PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 11:45 am Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 8h17 | 8:02 pm Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 changesdirect | |
| SRI MAJU GROUP | 12:15 pm Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 8h17 | 8:32 pm Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 changesdirect | |
| Executive(2+1) | 12:30 pm Malacca | 8h27 | 8:57 pm Alor Setar | 0 changesdirect | |
 SANI (HKPS) | 12:30 pm Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 8h17 | 8:47 pm Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 changesdirect | |
 PANCARAN MATAHARI | 1:00 pm Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 8h17 | 9:17 pm Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 changesdirect | |
| INTERCITY COACH | 1:00 pm Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 8h17 | 9:17 pm Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 changesdirect | |
| MARALINER | 3:30 pm Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 8h17 | 11:47 pm Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana | 0 changesdirect | |
 Double Deck(2+1) | 8:30 pm Malacca | 9h06 | 5:36 am Alor Setar | 0 changesdirect | |
| Executive(2+1) | 9:00 pm Malacca | 9h06 | 6:06 am Alor Setar | 0 changesdirect | |
 Double Deck(2+1) | 9:00 pm Malacca | 9h06 | 6:06 am Alor Setar | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Malacca to Alor Setar
MalaysiaMalaysia
Buses from Malacca to Alor Setar run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 485 km |
Average bus duration 8h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 11m |
First bus 04:00 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Sri Maju Group, KPB Express JB, Mayang Sari Express, Transnasional from Malacca to Alor SetarYou can travel by bus between Malacca to Alor Setar with Sri Maju Group, KPB Express JB, Mayang Sari Express, Transnasional for as low as $14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Sri Maju Group
About
Established in 1978 in Malaysia, operates from TBS Kuala Lumpur with a fleet of 21-seater single-decker and double-decker express buses featuring modern interiors and full air conditioning. The service includes accessible travel, luggage included in fare, excess luggage allowed for a fee, free onboard WiFi, personal TV screens, food options, seat reservations, and onboard bathrooms. Bikes are not permitted, while pets are also not allowed.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 17m
Cheapest Price
$16
Sri Maju Group frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
Additional luggage
Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Amenities on board the bus
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
KPB Express JB
About
Established in 1983 in Malaysia, operates from Kaunter 9, Terminal Pengangkutan Sementara Penang Sentral. The fleet features spacious seats with USB charging ports and adjustable legroom. Wheelchair access is available upon request. Luggage is not included, but excess and bulky luggage can be carried for an additional fee. Onboard food options are not provided, and pets and bikes are not allowed. Seat reservations are not available, and there are no onboard bathrooms.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 17m
Cheapest Price
$20
KPB Express JB frequency
2 a day
Additional luggage
Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation
Mayang Sari Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 2m
Cheapest Price
$18
Mayang Sari Express frequency
1 a day
Transnasional
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 17m
Cheapest Price
$18
Transnasional frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Malacca to Alor Setar coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Malacca to Alor Setar with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Malacca to Alor Setar.
Cheap coach tickets from Malacca to Alor Setar can start from as little as $18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Malacca to Alor Setar is $18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Malacca to Alor Setar coach time is 7 h 11 min covering the 485 km long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Malacca to Alor Setar leaves at 4: 00am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Malacca to Alor Setar leaves at 11: 30pm.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Malacca to Alor Setar with Sri Maju Group or KPB Express JB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the journey from Malacca to Alor Setar you can take a coach with Sri Maju Group, KPB Express JB, Mayang Sari Express or Transnasional. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Malacca and Alor Setar on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Malacca, Melaka Sentral, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Alor Setar, Bus Terminal Shahab Perdana, located away from the city centre.
The cheapest month to travel from Malacca to Alor Setar by coach is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Malacca to Alor Setar including taking a coach or flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Malacca to Alor Setar:
- KPB Express JB
- Wheelchair access available
- Assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Malacca to Alor Setar for Sri Maju Group.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Malacca to Alor Setar.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Malacca to Alor Setar.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Malacca to Alor Setar:
- Sri Maju Group
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Malacca to Alor Setar:
- Sri Maju Group
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- KPB Express JB
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Malacca to Alor Setar.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Malacca to Alor Setar with the following coach companies: Sri Maju Group and KPB Express JB
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Malacca to Alor Setar.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Malacca to Alor Setar.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Malacca and Alor Setar
Malacca
Alor Setar
The major coach station for departures in Malacca is Malacca, Melaka Sentral. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Malacca, Melaka Sentral for your trip from Malacca to Alor Setar.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:00
Distance to city center
3 km
Car connection
Jalan Tun AliWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
Parking
- Large parking area available for both cars and motorcycles
Dining
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
Accessibility
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
WC
- Public toilets available with small fee
Public transport options for Malacca, Melaka Sentral
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- Taxi: Available at terminal
The major coach station for arrivals in Alor Setar is Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana for your trip to Alor Setar from Malacca.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Lebuhraya Sultanah BahiyahWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available in terminal
Parking
- Available at terminal grounds, free for bus passengers
Dining
- Food court and several local food stalls available
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible, ramps available
WC
- Public toilets available with small fee
Public transport options for Alor Setar, Terminal Bus Shahab Perdana
- Bus: Local city buses
- Taxi services
Most popular bus connections from Malacca
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