There are several ways to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Penang:
By Train and Ferry:
Take the train from Kuala Lumpur Sentral to Butterworth. From Butterworth, take the ferry to Penang Island. This journey takes about 4 hours and costs RM 27–113.
By Flight:
Fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Penang International Airport (PEN). The flight takes about 1 hour, and the total travel time, including transfers, is around 2.5 hours. Prices range from RM 85–250.
By Bus and Ferry:
Take a bus from Kuala Lumpur to Butterworth and then the ferry to Penang. This option is budget-friendly, costing RM 27–54, and takes about 5 hours and 20 minutes.
By Car:
Drive from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, which takes about 3 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of 354 km.