How to get from Padang Besar to Gelugor by bus, ferry and train?

Padang Besar to Gelugor - Train Schedule

The PADANG BESAR LINE train from Padang Besar to Gelugor runs from 05:20 to 21:35, with departures every 20 min-2 hr. The trip takes about 3 hr 40 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Padang Besar to Gelugor by bus, ferry and train

To get from Padang Besar to Gelugor in Pulau Pinang, you’ll need to take one train line, one ferry line and one bus line: take the PADANG BESAR LINE train from Padang Besar station to Butterworth station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FERI ferry and finally take the 401 bus from Terminal A Weld Quay station to BSN Gelugor station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 40 min. The ride fare is MYR15.40. The bus, ferry and train schedule from Padang Besar may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, ferry and train schedule to Gelugor on the Moovit app.

220minMYR15.40
Train - PADANG BESAR LINE
Ferry - FERI
Bus - 401401
Walk to Gelugor
Leaves from Padang Besar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Padang Besar
  • 2
    Train - PADANG BESAR LINE
    Wait for train
    PADANG BESAR LINE
    2915 - Butterworth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Butterworth
    110 min
  • 4
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Pangkalan Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Ferry - FERI
    Wait for ferry
    FERI
    Mainland (Butterworth) To Island
  • 6
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Pangkalan Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Terminal A Weld Quay
    50 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 401401
    Wait for bus
    401
    Jeti - Teluk Kumbar
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    BSN Gelugor
    ID IGR1454
    26 min
  • 10
    Walk to Gelugor
    Walk to
    Gelugor
    Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah
    350 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Padang Besar to Gelugor

The distance between Padang Besar, Pulau Pinang and Gelugor, Pulau Pinang is approximately 182.28 km, which can typically be travelled in 220 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Padang Besar to Gelugor by bus, ferry and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Pulau Pinang – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Ferry And Train schedule from Padang Besar to Gelugor

To check the bus, ferry and train schedule from Padang Besar to Gelugor using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Padang Besar) and destination (Gelugor), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus, ferry and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, ferry and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus, ferry and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Padang Besar to Gelugor?

    The fastest way takes 220 minutes, using Train line PADANG BESAR LINE, Ferry line FERI, Bus line 401.

  • Is there a direct train between Padang Besar and Gelugor?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line, one ferry line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 40 min.

  • Which train line goes from Padang Besar to Gelugor?

    The PADANG BESAR LINE train line goes from Butterworth station near Padang Besar in Penang to Pangkalan Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal. From there you’ll have to take one ferry line and one bus line till Pangkalan Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal near Gelugor in Pulau Pinang.

  • How long does it take to travel from Padang Besar to Gelugor by train, ferry and bus?

    The total travel time between Padang Besar in Penang and Gelugor in Pulau Pinang by train, ferry and bus is about 3 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Padang Besar to get to Gelugor?

    Get on the PADANG BESAR LINE train from the Butterworth station near Padang Besar in Penang.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Padang Besar and Gelugor?

    Get off the train at the Pangkalan Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal, which is closest to Gelugor in Pulau Pinang.

  • How much is the total train, ferry and bus fare from Padang Besar to Gelugor?

    The ride from Padang Besar to Gelugor costs MYR15.40.

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