Singapore to Bukit Mertajam by train
Bukit Mertajam lies 588 km (366 mi) north-west of Singapore, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 8 h 27 min at the speeds typical of Singapore and Malaysia rail, over roughly 718 km (446 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Singapore | Bukit Mertajam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Singapore | Malaysia |
| Population | 5.6 million | 212,329 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Singapore) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Bukit Mertajam railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Bukit Mertajam
Crossing from Singapore into Malaysia: money changes from the Dollar to the Ringgit (MYR); the dialling code becomes +60; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
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Common questions
How far is Bukit Mertajam from Singapore?
588 km (366 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Singapore; by road roughly 718 km (446 mi).
How long does it take to get from Singapore to Bukit Mertajam by train?
About 8 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Singapore and Bukit Mertajam?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Bukit Mertajam?
The Ringgit (MYR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.