There are several bus companies that operate daily bus services from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar. The journey takes approximately 5-6 hours depending on the traffic conditions and the route taken. Here are some of the popular bus companies that operate on this route:
- Transnasional: Transnasional offers several daily buses from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar with fares starting from around RM45. The buses depart from TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) and arrive at the Alor Setar Bus Terminal.
- Plusliner: Plusliner also operates daily buses from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar with fares starting from around RM45. The buses depart from TBS and arrive at the Alor Setar Bus Terminal.
- Konsortium: Konsortium offers several daily buses from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar with fares starting from around RM45. The buses depart from TBS and arrive at the Alor Setar Bus Terminal.
- Sri Maju: Sri Maju also operates several daily buses from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar with fares starting from around RM50. The buses depart from the Pudu Sentral Bus Terminal and arrive at the Alor Setar Bus Terminal.
It’s recommended to book your ticket in advance, especially if you plan to travel during peak periods or on weekends. You can book your ticket online through the bus company’s website or through third-party websites such as 12go.asia or Baolau.com. Alternatively, you can purchase your ticket at the bus terminals or through travel agents in Kuala Lumpur.