Timetable data last refreshed August 2026. Operators change schedules at short notice — always confirm at the time of booking.
The Singapore to Penang coach run is one of the longest scheduled services on the peninsula. Most operators terminate at Penang Sentral in Butterworth on the mainland, where you connect to George Town by the Penang ferry or by bridge shuttle; a smaller number continue across to Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal and Komtar on the island itself.
- Journey time
- 10 – 12 hours
- Operators
- 6 coach companies on this route
- Departures
- 65 scheduled departures a day
- Fares from
- S$48.00 one way
- Main arrival points
- Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal, Penang Sentral, Nibong Tebal Bus Terminal, Penang Sentral (Butterworth), Sungai Nibong, Bukit Mertajam Bus Terminal
- State / region
- Pulau Pinang
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Bus operators from Singapore to Penang
The timetable below covers every scheduled coach service currently running from Singapore to Penang. Use the filter box on each table to narrow the list to your preferred boarding point, and click a column heading to sort by departure time or fare.
Please note: fares and timings are set by the coach operators and change at short notice. The schedules published here are a guide only — always reconfirm when you book.
| Boarding point (Singapore) | Arrival point | Departure times | Fare from | Seating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Mile Tower | Bukit Mertajam Bus Terminal | 9:05 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Golden Mile Tower | Bus Stop Perkampungan Jawi | 9:05 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Golden Mile Tower | Jalan Besar, Jawi | 9:05 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Golden Mile Tower | Kawasan Perindustrian Valdor | 9:05 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Golden Mile Tower | Nibong Tebal Bus Terminal | 9:05 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Golden Mile Tower | Penang Sentral | 9:05 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Golden Mile Tower | Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal | 9:05 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Bukit Mertajam Bus Terminal | 9:20 PM9:30 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Bus Stop Perkampungan Jawi | 9:20 PM9:30 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Jalan Besar, Jawi | 9:20 PM9:30 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Kawasan Perindustrian Valdor | 9:20 PM9:30 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Nibong Tebal Bus Terminal | 9:20 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Penang Sentral | 9:20 PM9:30 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal | 9:20 PM9:30 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Lavender MRT | Bukit Mertajam Bus Terminal | 9:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Lavender MRT | Bus Stop Perkampungan Jawi | 9:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Lavender MRT | Jalan Besar, Jawi | 9:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Lavender MRT | Kawasan Perindustrian Valdor | 9:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Lavender MRT | Nibong Tebal Bus Terminal | 9:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Lavender MRT | Penang Sentral | 9:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Lavender MRT | Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal | 9:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Boarding point (Singapore) | Arrival point | Departure times | Fare from | Seating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boon Lay | Juru Rehat | 9:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Boon Lay | Penang Sentral (Butterworth) | 9:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Boon Lay | Plaza Tol Jawi | 9:15 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Boon Lay | Sungai Nibong | 9:15 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Boon Lay | Taman Merbah, Nibong Tebal | 9:15 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Penang Sentral (Butterworth) | 8:30 PM11:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Plaza Tol Jawi | 8:30 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Sungai Nibong | 8:30 PM11:00 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Grantral Mall | Taman Merbah, Nibong Tebal | 8:30 PM | S$60.00 | 1+2 |
| Boarding point (Singapore) | Arrival point | Departure times | Fare from | Seating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boon Lay Shopping Centre | Bukit Tambun Toll | 10:00 PM | S$50.00 | 1+2 |
| Boon Lay Shopping Centre | Bukit Tengah | 10:00 PM | S$50.00 | 1+2 |
| Boon Lay Shopping Centre | Penang Sentral | 6:45 PM10:00 PM | S$50.00 | 1+2 |
| Boon Lay Shopping Centre | Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal | 10:00 PM | S$50.00 | 1+2 |
| Golden Mile Tower | Bukit Tambun Toll | 10:15 PM | S$50.00 | 1+2 |
| Golden Mile Tower | Bukit Tengah | 10:15 PM | S$50.00 | 1+2 |
| Golden Mile Tower | Penang Sentral | 6:00 PM10:15 PM | S$50.00 | 1+2 |
| Golden Mile Tower | Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal | 10:15 PM | S$50.00 | 1+2 |
| Boarding point (Singapore) | Arrival point | Departure times | Fare from | Seating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchener Complex (Lavender MRT) | Caltex Chai Leng Park | 9:30 PM10:30 PM | S$48.00 | 1+2 |
| Kitchener Complex (Lavender MRT) | Penang Komtar | 9:30 PM10:30 PM | S$48.00 | 1+2 |
| Kitchener Complex (Lavender MRT) | Penang Sentral (Butterworth) | 9:30 PM10:30 PM | S$48.00 | 1+2 |
| Kitchener Complex (Lavender MRT) | Sungai Nibong | 9:30 PM10:30 PM | S$48.00 | 1+2 |
| Boarding point (Singapore) | Arrival point | Departure times | Fare from | Seating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katong V | Komtar | 9:30 PM | S$65.00 | SVIP |
| Katong V | Nibong Tebal Bus Terminal | 9:30 PM | S$56.00 | SVIP |
| Katong V | Penang Sentral | 9:30 PM | S$61.00 | SVIP |
| Katong V | Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal | 9:30 PM | S$66.00 | SVIP |
| Kovan Hub | Komtar | 9:30 PM | S$65.00 | SVIP |
| Kovan Hub | Nibong Tebal Bus Terminal | 9:30 PM | S$55.00 | SVIP |
| Kovan Hub | Penang Sentral | 9:30 PM | S$60.00 | SVIP |
| Kovan Hub | Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal | 9:30 PM | S$65.00 | SVIP |
| Boarding point (Singapore) | Arrival point | Departure times | Fare from | Seating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grantral Mall | Penang Sentral (Butterworth) | 7:00 PM | S$55.00 | 1+2 |
Where coaches arrive in Penang
Services from Singapore set down at 17 different points in and around Penang. Check the drop-off point on your ticket before you book — it can make a real difference to how far you still have to travel on arrival.
- Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal
- Penang Sentral
- Nibong Tebal Bus Terminal
- Penang Sentral (Butterworth)
- Sungai Nibong
- Bukit Mertajam Bus Terminal
- Bus Stop Perkampungan Jawi
- Jalan Besar, Jawi
- Kawasan Perindustrian Valdor
- Bukit Tengah
- Bukit Tambun Toll
- Taman Merbah, Nibong Tebal
- Plaza Tol Jawi
- Komtar
- Juru Rehat
- Caltex Chai Leng Park
- Penang Komtar
Where to board in Singapore
Coaches to Penang depart from 8 pick-up points across Singapore, so there is usually one within easy reach of where you are staying. The busiest departure points on this route are listed below.
- Grantral Mall
- Golden Mile Tower
- Lavender MRT
- Boon Lay
- Boon Lay Shopping Centre
- Kitchener Complex (Lavender MRT)
- Kovan Hub
- Katong V
Travel tips for the Singapore to Penang route
Check carefully whether your ticket ends at Butterworth or continues to the island — it changes your arrival time by up to an hour. Nearly all departures are overnight.
Our booking partner also publishes a destination guide to Penang.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a bus ticket from Singapore to Penang?
Fares start from S$48.00 one way, with Billion Stars usually the cheapest option on this route. Premium 2+1 and sleeper coaches cost more, and prices rise around public holidays and school breaks.
How long does the bus from Singapore to Penang take?
Allow 10 – 12 hours including immigration clearance at the checkpoint. Journey times are longer on Friday and Sunday evenings and during public holidays.
Which bus companies go from Singapore to Penang?
6 operators currently run this route — Billion Stars, Grassland – Transtar, KKKL Express Singapore, Sri Maju Group, Starmart Express, Super Nice Express.
What is the first and last bus from Singapore to Penang?
The earliest scheduled departure is 6:00 PM and the last is 11:00 PM. Exact times vary by operator and boarding point — see the timetables above.
Do I need to book the Singapore to Penang bus in advance?
Booking ahead is strongly recommended. Weekend, public holiday and overnight departures regularly sell out, and booking online also lets you pick your seat.