How to travel from Penang National Park to Taman Negara, Malaysia

The distance between Penang National Park and Taman Negara is around 291km (181 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 40m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Penang National Park to Taman Negara by bus, train, ferry and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Penang (PEN) to Kuala Trengganu (TGG).

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    MYR 445($100)
Operated by

Multiple plane operators

1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Tanah Rata Bus Terminal and then to Gua Musang.

  • Duration9h 40m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    MYR 125($28)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Tanah Merah then take the train to Sg. Sirian.

  • Duration12h 40m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    MYR 62($14)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal.

  • Duration6hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    MYR 18($4)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Penang National Park and Taman Negara

There are several options for getting from Penang National Park to Taman Negara by bus, train, ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around MYR 18 ($4) and will take around 6hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MYR 445 ($100).

The distance between Penang National Park and Taman Negara is around 291km (181 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 263km (163 miles)

It takes around 9h 40m to get from Penang National Park and Taman Negara by bus.

The quickest way to get from Penang National Park to Taman Negara is to fly which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx MYR 445 ($100).

The cheapest way to travel between Penang National Park and Taman Negara is to take a ferry which will typically cost around MYR 18 ($4) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Penang National Park and Taman Negara. We recommend that you fly from Penang (PEN) to Kuala Trengganu (TGG). instead which will take 4h 40m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Penang National Park and Taman Negara. It typically takes around 9h 40m and departs on demand.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Penang National Park to Taman Negara. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Sungai Nibong, Tanah Rata Bus Terminal and Gua Musang. These services run on demand and will take a minimum of 9h 40m.

Unititi express, CS Travel & Tours, New Asian Travel, Danz Travel & Adventures Sdn. Bhd, Han Travel and NKS Shuttle run regular bus services between Penang National Park and Taman Negara. Buses run on demand and take around 9h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Penang National Park and Taman Negara. The ferry typically takes around 6hrs and departs on demand.

Rapid Ferry run the ferry services between Penang National Park and Taman Negara. Ferries run on demand and take around 6hrs on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Penang National Park and Taman Negara. Flights depart from Penang (PEN) and arrive at Kuala Trengganu (TGG) - via Kuala Lumpur (KUL). The flight takes around 2hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between Penang National Park and Taman Negara with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 30m.

Firefly and Malaysia Airlines fly between Penang National Park and Taman Negara. Flights depart from Penang (PEN) and and arrive into Kuantan (KUA). These flights usually take around 1h 30m.

The flight from Penang National Park to Taman Negara typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Penang (PEN) and and arrive into Kuala Trengganu (TGG).

The closest major airport to Taman Negara is Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) (TGG) which is approximately 115km (71 miles) from Taman Negara. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) (KUL) and Penang International Airport (PEN) (PEN) 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 Taman Negara. We recommend that you take the bus to Tanah Rata Bus Terminal and then to Gua Musang. instead which will take 9h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Penang National Park to Taman Negara is to take the bus which takes, on average, 9h 40m and will usually cost around MYR 125 ($28).

How do I get from Penang National Park to Taman Negara

Compare travel optionsbetween Penang National Park and Taman Negara

Transport options from Penang National Park to Taman Negara
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 40m
MYR 445($100)
on demand793km (493 miles)
Fly to Kuantan (KUA)4h 55m
MYR 420($95)
on demand543km (338 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
9h 40m
MYR 125($28)
once daily471km (293 miles)
Bus via Tanah Rata Cameron Highlands14h 30m
MYR 140($31)
once daily587km (365 miles)
Bus and Train
12h 40m
MYR 62($14)
once daily539km (335 miles)
Ferry
6hrs
MYR 18($4)
hourly291km (181 miles)

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Airports near Taman Negara

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

TGG
Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
115km (71 miles) from Taman Negara
KUL
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
International Airport
Distance
222km (138 miles) from Taman Negara
PEN
Penang International Airport (PEN)
International Airport
Distance
249km (155 miles) from Taman Negara