How to get from Arau to Machang Bubok by bus and train?

From Arau to Machang Bubok by bus and train

To get from Arau to Machang Bubok in Pulau Pinang, take the PADANG BESAR LINE train from Arau station to Bukit Mertajam station. Next, take the 709 bus from SMK Permatang Rawa station to Chinese Temple station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The ride fare is MYR10.80. The bus and train schedule from Arau may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Machang Bubok on the Moovit app.

142minMYR10.80
Train - PADANG BESAR LINE
Bus - 709709
Walk to Machang Bubok
Leaves from Arau

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Arau
  • 2
    Train - PADANG BESAR LINE
    Wait for train
    PADANG BESAR LINE
    2955 - Butterworth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bukit Mertajam
    80 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    SMK Permatang Rawa
    ID MFI1218
    370 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 709709
    Wait for bus
    709
    Pg Sentral - Macang Bubuk
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chinese Temple
    ID MAV0341
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Machang Bubok
    Walk to
    Machang Bubok
    Jalan Kulim
    440 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Arau to Machang Bubok

The distance between Arau, Pulau Pinang and Machang Bubok, Pulau Pinang is approximately 140.65 km, which can typically be travelled in 142 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arau to Machang Bubok by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Pulau Pinang – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Arau to Machang Bubok

To check the bus and train schedule from Arau to Machang Bubok using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Arau) and destination (Machang Bubok), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus 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 and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Arau to Machang Bubok?

    The fastest way takes 142 minutes, using Train line PADANG BESAR LINE, Bus line 709.

  • Is there a direct train between Arau and Machang Bubok?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 22 min.

  • Which train line goes from Arau to Machang Bubok?

    The PADANG BESAR LINE train line goes from 2955 - Butterworth station near Arau in Penang to Bukit Mertajam station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Bukit Mertajam station near Machang Bubok in Pulau Pinang.

  • How long does it take to travel from Arau to Machang Bubok by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Arau in Penang and Machang Bubok in Pulau Pinang by train and bus is about 2 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Arau to get to Machang Bubok?

    Get on the PADANG BESAR LINE train from the 2955 - Butterworth station near Arau in Penang.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Arau and Machang Bubok?

    Get off the train at the Bukit Mertajam stop, which is closest to Machang Bubok in Pulau Pinang.

  • How much is the train fare from Arau to Machang Bubok?

    The ride from Arau to Machang Bubok costs MYR10.80.

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