Penang - Moving Around

Penang’s public transport system is efficient and getting around by taxis, buses or trishaws may be a fun and inexpensive way of catching the sights.
City Taxis
Most city taxis do not use the meter. You may either insist on the meter being turned on or agree on the price before you move off. Taxis normally charge between RM3.00 – RM6.00 for short distances within the city.


City Buses
Most buses use coin machines to collect fares. The main bus terminals are Pengkalan Weld (ferry terminal) and KOMTAR (ground floor).

Transit Link (white and red)
Bus No:
1. Air Itam
2. Bagan Jermal
3. Jelutong
4. Jalan Yeap Chor Ee via Jalan Perak
5. Jalan Masjid Negeri via Dhoby Ghaut
6. Jalan Masjid Negeri via Jalan Patani
7. Jalan Kebun Bunga (Botanical Garden)
8. Penang Hill Railway (from Air Itam)
9. Jalan Masjid Negeri via Jalan Penang / Jalan Dato' Keramat
10. Kampung Melayu
11. Taman Tun Sa'ardon via Jalan Masjid Negeri
12. Jelutong / Air Itam Village
18. Bukit Mertajam (via Penang Bridge from Port Weld)
28. Bukit Mertajam (via Penang Bridge from KOMTAR)
130. Air Itam / Farlim
202. Batu Ferringhi / Teluk Bahang
325. Bukit Gedung
Sri Negara Transport Services Co. (blue and yellow)
136. Port Weld to Pepper Estate
137. Port Weld to Tanjong Tokong
Hin Bus (white and blue)
93. Batu Ferringhi / Teluk Bahang
Penang Yellow Bus (yellow)
66. Port Weld to Balik Pulau (via Snake Temple)
67. Port Weld to Gertak Sanggul
69. Port Weld to Batu Maung
77. Port Weld to Minden Heights
78. Port Weld to Sungai Ara
83. Port Weld to Penang International Airport
84. Port Weld to Bayan Baru
85. Port Weld to Balik Pulau via Air Itam
86. Port Weld to Mayang Pasir
Mini buses also ply various routes in the city, charging a flat rate of RM0.80


Trishaw
Beside the novelty of traveling in the open-fronted three-wheeled vehicle, trishaws allow visitors the opportunity to enjoy the sights in Penang at a leisurely pace. One can also stop at any point to snap pictures or buy souvenirs. There is no standard fare and it would be wise to agree on the price before you get on the trishaw. For extended sightseeing, it is advisable to hire them by the hour.

Tours / Cruises
There are many fascinating tours by air-conditioned coaches to famous landmarks around the island. Check with your hotel reception or tour desk for details on times and prices.