How to travel from Penang National Park to Kuching, Malaysia

The distance between Penang National Park and Kuching is around 1,242km (772 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 5m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Penang National Park to Kuching by plane, ferry, train and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KuchingPenang National Park if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Penang (PEN) to Kuching (KCH).

  • Duration3h 5m
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    MYR 330($74)
Operated by

Firefly

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Ferry, Train and Bus

Take a ferry to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal then take the train to Alor Setar then take the bus to Pontianak and then to Kuching Sentral.

  • Duration21h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    MYR 255($57)
Operated by

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Penang National Park and Kuching

There are several options for getting from Penang National Park to Kuching by plane, ferry, train and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then take the train and then take the bus which costs around MYR 255 ($57) and will take around 21h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MYR 330 ($74).

The distance between Penang National Park and Kuching is around 1,242km (772 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,207km (750 miles)

It takes around 3h 5m to get from Penang National Park and Kuching by plane.

The quickest way to get from Penang National Park to Kuching is to fly which takes around 3h 5m and will set you back approx MYR 330 ($74).

The cheapest way to travel between Penang National Park and Kuching is to take a ferry, then take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around MYR 255 ($57) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Penang National Park and Kuching. We recommend that you fly from Penang (PEN) to Kuching (KCH). instead which will take 3h 5m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Penang National Park and Kuching. We recommend that you fly from Penang (PEN) to Kuching (KCH). instead which will take 3h 5m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Penang National Park and Kuching. Flights depart from Penang (PEN) and arrive at Kuching (KCH). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Penang National Park and Kuching with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 15m.

Firefly, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Malindo Airways fly between Penang National Park and Kuching. Flights depart from Penang (PEN) and and arrive into Kuching (KCH). These flights usually take around 2h 15m.

The flight from Penang National Park to Kuching typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Penang (PEN) and and arrive into Kuching (KCH).

The closest major airport to Kuching is Kuching International Airport (KCH) (KCH) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Kuching. Sibu Airport (SBW) (SBW) and Mukah Airport (MKM) (MKM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Penang National Park to Kuching. We recommend that you fly from Penang (PEN) to Kuching (KCH). instead which will take 3h 5m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Penang National Park to Kuching is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 5m and will usually cost around MYR 330 ($74).

How do I get from Penang National Park to Kuching

Compare travel optionsbetween Penang National Park and Kuching

Transport options from Penang National Park to Kuching
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 5m
MYR 330($74)
on demand1,242km (772 miles)
Ferry, Train and Bus
21h 45m
MYR 255($57)
once daily1,701km (1,057 miles)

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Airports near Kuching

The following major airports near Kuching offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Malaysia and internationally.

KCH
Kuching International Airport (KCH)
International Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Kuching
SBW
Sibu Airport (SBW)
Domestic Airport
Distance
198km (123 miles) from Kuching
MKM
Mukah Airport (MKM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
244km (152 miles) from Kuching