Alor Setar to Rawang by train
Rawang lies 339 km (211 mi) south-east of Alor Setar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 53 min at the speeds typical of Malaysia rail, over roughly 414 km (257 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Alor Setar | Rawang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 417,800 | 199,095 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 38 m (125 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Stations on record | Alor Setar railway station | Rawang railway station |
| Postal codes | 05000–06660 | 48000–48300 |
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Common questions
How far is Rawang from Alor Setar?
339 km (211 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Alor Setar; by road roughly 414 km (257 mi).
How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to Rawang by train?
About 4 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Alor Setar and Rawang?
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.