How long it takes by ferry from Penang to Langkawi?
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How long it takes by ferry from Penang to Langkawi?
around 2 hours 45 minutes
The Penang Langkawi ferry route connects Penang Island with Langkawi Island. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Langkawi Ferry Services. The crossing operates up to 3 times each week with sailing durations from around 2 hours 45 minutes.
How do I get from Langkawi to Georgetown?
As there is no car ferry from Georgetown to Langkawi, you will have to drive back over the Penang Bridge (or take the Georgetown to Butterworth ferry) and head north to Kuala Perlis. Kuala Perlis port is currently the only place where you can take your car with you on a ferry boat to Langkawi (Roll on, roll off ferry).
Where does the Langkawi ferry arrive in Penang?
Bahagia Express (Penang – Langkawi) The ferries leave from Weld Quay of George Town in the morning and come to Kuah Jetty in Langkawi. There are two ferries, one comes via Pulau Payar Marine Park and the other direct. The direct ferry takes 2.5 hours to reach.
How do I get from Penang to Langkawi by car?
You can drive from Penang to Langkawi by heading to the port of Kuala Perlis. Once you get there, you can either take the car ferry or leave your car in the parking lot. It will cost RM 10 for each day you leave your car in the lot, so take that into consideration when planning your stay on Langkawi.
Can we take car to Langkawi?
If you want to bring your car to Langkawi, from Kuala Perlis, there is a RORO ferry you can use to bring your car onto Langkawi. There is usually only one daily service at 2 pm and it costs about RM100 to bring in a vehicle.
What is the best time to visit Penang?
Best Time to Visit Penang
- November to January: This is the best time to go to Penang as the weather is very pleasant and conducive for sightseeing.
- February to April: This is a quieter time to visit Penang as many of the tourists have left after the New Year celebrations.
Can I bring my car to Langkawi?
How long ferry from Langkawi to Kuala Perlis?
2 hours
Long 2 hours ferry journey from Kuala Perlis Jetty to Langkawi Island.
Can you see Langkawi from Penang?
Travel distance from Penang Island to Langkawi is about 120 km by ferry. There is no other way how to get to Langkawi, only by ferry/boat or plane (direct + low-cost flight). From Langkawi you can continue to Kuala Perlis in the north of Malaysia and then to Thailand.
How is the ferry from Langkawi to car?
So this means you can simply roll on your car into the ferry, travel in the same ferry and on reaching Langkawi (at Tanjung Lembong) just roll off your car. Two companies operate the car ferries – Langkawi RoRo Ferry Services and Langkawi Auto Express, and each company operates one or two such car ferries per day.