Singapore to George Town by train
George Town lies 602 km (374 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 39 min at the speeds typical of Singapore and Malaysia rail, over roughly 734 km (456 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Singapore | George Town | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Singapore | Malaysia |
| Population | 5.6 million | 158,336 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Singapore) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Macallum station |
What changes when you arrive in George Town
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.
Where to book trains from Singapore to George Town
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Staying in George Town
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Common questions
How far is George Town from Singapore?
602 km (374 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Singapore; by road roughly 734 km (456 mi).
How long does it take to get from Singapore to George Town by train?
About 8 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Singapore and George Town?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in George Town?
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.