Alor Setar to George Town by bus
George Town lies 79 km (49 mi) south of Alor Setar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 40 min including stops, over roughly 96 km (60 mi) of road.
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| Alor Setar | George Town | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 417,800 | 158,336 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
Where to book buses from Alor Setar to George Town
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Common questions
How far is George Town from Alor Setar?
79 km (49 mi) in a straight line, south of Alor Setar; by road roughly 96 km (60 mi).
How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to George Town by bus?
About 1 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Alor Setar and George Town?
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.