Alor Setar to Sungai Petani by bus
Sungai Petani lies 55 km (34 mi) south of Alor Setar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 14 min including stops, over roughly 67 km (41 mi) of road.
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| Alor Setar | Sungai Petani | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 417,800 | 544,851 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Postal codes | 05000–06660 | 08000–08600 |
Where to book buses from Alor Setar to Sungai Petani
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Staying in Sungai Petani
Our booking partner lists 141 places to stay in Sungai Petani. Of the 72 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (33). Across 33 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 19,465 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Sungai Petani from Alor Setar?
55 km (34 mi) in a straight line, south of Alor Setar; by road roughly 67 km (41 mi).
How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to Sungai Petani by bus?
About 1 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Alor Setar and Sungai Petani?
No, both are on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur at the moment.
Where can I stay in Sungai Petani?
Our booking partner lists 141 places to stay in Sungai Petani, bookable on this site.
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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.