Travel from Malacca to Kuala Lumpur is a popular route among travellers! The distance between the two cities is about 150 kilometres, and there are several options for travelling between them. Below you will find a list of the most common ways, including practical tips and information to make your trip go smoothly.
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1. Travelling from Malacca to Kuala Lumpur by bus
We chose this option! After all, this is the most economical way to travel from Malacca to Kuala Lumpur. Several buses depart daily from Melaka Sentral, Malacca's central bus station, to various destinations in Kuala Lumpur, such as Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS), Hentian Duta and KL Sentral.
- Starting point: Melaka Sentral
- Arrival: Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS), Hentian Duta or KL Sentral
- Travel time: About 2 to 2.5 hours, depending on traffic.
- Price: Ranging from RM 10 to RM 20 (€2 - €4), depending on the bus company.
- Tickets: Easily booked online via 12GoAsia or Klook.
It is also advisable to book your ticket online in advance, especially on weekends and public holidays, to avoid disappointment.
2. Travelling from Malacca to Kuala Lumpur by train
Although there is no direct train connection between Malacca and Kuala Lumpur, you can take the train from the nearest station, Batang Melaka, which is about 30 kilometres from Malacca. From there, you can take a train to Kuala Lumpur Sentral.
- Route: Malacca - Batang Melaka (by taxi or bus) - Kuala Lumpur Sentral (by train)
- Travel time: About 2 hours and 15 minutes for the train route, excluding the travel time to Batang Melaka.
- Price: From RM 30 (€6), excluding the cost of taxi or bus to Batang Melaka.
- Tickets: To be booked via 12GoAsia or at the ticket office at the station.
In our opinion, this option is especially suitable for travellers who want to stop somewhere else on the route.
3. Travel from Malacca to Kuala Lumpur by private transfer
For those looking for comfort and convenience, a private transfer is a good choice. This option offers door-to-door service, where you will be picked up at a location of your choice in Malacca and taken directly to your accommodation in Kuala Lumpur.
- Travel time: About 2 hours, depending on traffic.
- Price: From RM 390 (€80) per car for a one-way trip.
- Books: Book in advance online via platforms such as 12GoAsia or Klook.
This option is ideal for families, groups or travellers with lots of luggage!
4. Travelling from Malacca to Kuala Lumpur by private transport
Of course, if you have a rental car or other private transport, you can easily arrange your trip to Kuala Lumpur yourself. Hop in or hop on and go!
- Distance: About 150 km
- Travel time: About 2 to 2.5 hours, depending on traffic.
- Note: There are toll roads along the way; make sure you carry enough cash or a toll card.
Do you opt for a rental car? Then we recommend booking it through Sunnycars. We almost always choose Sunnycars.co.uk, because it is by far the most reliable option. With their clear terms and conditions and all-inclusive service, you are always well insured, with no hidden costs.
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Our favourite items for travel
A long bus ride is not a punishment if you are well prepared. Our e-readers therefore go with us in the backpack as standard. Ideal for reading a book on the way or keeping track of our notes (we have one of those big ones, super handy for collecting all our tips for you!). This way, we always have something to do without any extra weight. Whether you're on the beach, on the bus or sheltering from a tropical shower in a coffee shop: an e-reader will always keep you comfortable.
And of course, we always carry a few travel games with us too. Small card or dice games are perfect for travelling. They hardly take up any space and provide hours of entertainment. Looking for cool games for travelling? Then check out our blogs: 14x Great travel games for 2 people or 20x Mini games - Perfect travel gifts
Going the other way? No problem!
Do you do the route the other way round? No problem! Of course, the two options above work the other way too, so just check what fits into your itinerary! We hope this information helps you plan your trip. Do you have any questions or comments? You can always send us a message via Instagram or via [email protected].
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