Driving from Alor Setar to Bukit Mertajam
Bukit Mertajam lies 85 km (53 mi) south of Alor Setar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 18 min without stops, over roughly 104 km (65 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Alor Setar | Bukit Mertajam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 417,800 | 212,329 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Postal codes | 05000–06660 | 14000–14020 |
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Common questions
How far is Bukit Mertajam from Alor Setar?
85 km (53 mi) in a straight line, south of Alor Setar; by road roughly 104 km (65 mi).
How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to Bukit Mertajam by car?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Alor Setar and Bukit Mertajam?
No, both are on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.