Rapid Penang Bus 101
Weld Quay and Komtar to Batu Ferringhi, Teluk Bahang and the National Park
How does Bus 101 work?
Bus 101 runs from Weld Quay (Terminal B) to Teluk Bahang (Penang National Park entrance) via Penang Road, Komtar, Gurney Drive, Tanjung Tokong, Tanjung Bungah, Batu Ferringhi. Fare: RM 1.40–RM 3.40 by distance, every 10–12 minutes. First bus 5:30 AM (both directions); last bus 11:30 PM from Weld Quay; 11:00 PM from Teluk Bahang. Cash must be the exact fare: the farebox gives no change. Keep the printed ticket until you get off.
Bus 101 is the main beach bus. It starts at Weld Quay beside the ferry terminal, runs through Penang Road and Komtar, then follows the north coast past Gurney Drive, Tanjung Tokong and Tanjung Bungah to Batu Ferringhi and Teluk Bahang. It is Rapid Penang's most frequent route for visitors, every 10–12 minutes, and its last stops are the ESCAPE theme park and the Penang National Park entrance (the stop is called "Taman Negara").
Route Details
Route
Weld Quay (Terminal B) → Teluk Bahang (Penang National Park entrance)
Via
Penang Road, Komtar, Gurney Drive, Tanjung Tokong, Tanjung Bungah, Batu Ferringhi
Journey Time
About 50–100 minutes Weld Quay to the National Park; Komtar to Batu Ferringhi 30–60 minutes (scheduled range, traffic dependent)
Fare
RM 1.40 – RM 3.40
Frequency
every 10–12 minutes
Hours
5:30 AM (both directions) – 11:30 PM from Weld Quay; 11:00 PM from Teluk Bahang
Distance-based. Komtar to Batu Ferringhi (night market) is about 15.5 km, which is RM 2.70 on Rapid Penang's fare table; Weld Quay to the National Park is about 26 km, RM 3.40. Cash must be exact (no change given), or use a stored-value card or pass.
Checked 2026-10-06. Checked against Rapid Penang's route table and its GTFS timetable feed. Times are scheduled; traffic changes them.
Tourist Highlights — Where to Get Off
These are the stops most useful for tourists. Click any stop in the full list below for more details.
Terminal B Weld Quay
Board at the start for a guaranteed seat. The Clan Jetties and the ferry terminal are next to the bus terminal.
Gurney Plaza
Gurney Drive hawker centre and the Gurney Plaza and Gurney Paragon malls. Best in the evening.
Night Market
The busiest part of the Batu Ferringhi beach strip, with the night market, beach hotels and water sports.
Taman Negara
The Penang National Park entrance: register here for the trails to Monkey Beach and beyond.
All 83 Stops — Bus 101
Search by stop name or nearby attraction. Tap any stop for details. Gold stars mark tourist highlight stops.
Showing all 83 stops
Terminal B Weld Quay
Start of the route, beside the ferry terminal and the Clan Jetties
Container Hotel
Restoran Kapitan
Masjid Kapitan Keling
Little India and the heritage core
Love Lane
Banana Boutique
Penang Road
Penang Road shopping and hawker street
Pasar Chowrasta
Terminal Komtar
Main bus interchange in George Town
TM Point
Penang Plaza
SK Pykett Methodist
1926 Heritage Hotel
Chinese Recreation Club
Gleneagles II
Sri Pangkor Kondominium
Gurney Hotel
Evergreen Hotel
Masjid Jamek Al Munawwar
Flat Kelawei
Sleeping Buddha
Pangsapuri Festival
Gurney Paragon
Gurney Drive seafront and malls
Gurney Plaza
Gurney Drive hawker centre and Gurney Plaza
Balai Bomba Bagan Jermal
Masjid Bagan Jermal
Caltex Tanjung Tokong
Wisma Binjul
Island Plaza
Taman Batu Bukit
Masjid Karwa
Tanjong Tokong
Lotus Tanjung Pinang II
Flat UDA
Chinese Swimming Club
Mercure Penang Beach Hotel
Astaka Hillside
Hotel Flamingo
Infinity
Menara Asas
Pejabat Pos Tg.Bungah
Grand Ocean Condominium
Masjid Terapung
Tanjung Bungah seafront
Mar Vista
Pantai Shamrock
Mount Pleasure
Double Tree Resort
Pantai Miami
Hilltop Villas
Moon Light Café
Moon Light Bay
Basket Ball Court
Apartmen Sri Sayang
Feringghi Plaza
Golden Sands
Long Beach Food Court
Middle of the Batu Ferringhi beach strip
Night Market
Batu Ferringhi night market and beach hotels
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Balai Polis Batu Feringghi
By The Sea
Hotel Hard Rock
Feringghi Villa
Apartment Baiduri
Tropical Spice Garden
Stop named for the Tropical Spice Garden
Hotel Angsana
Teluk Bahang
Hub Teluk Bahang
Dewan Teluk Bahang
Klinik Kesihatan Teluk Bahang
SK Teluk Bahang
SMK Teluk Bahang
Escape
Stop named for the ESCAPE theme park
SMK Teluk Bahang
Klinik Kesihatan Teluk Bahang
Pasar Teluk Bahang
Flat Hassan Abbas
Aseania Court
Taman Negara
Penang National Park entrance (Taman Negara Pulau Pinang)
Aseania Court
Flat Hassan Abbas
Jalan Hassan Abbas
Pasar Teluk Bahang
Hub Teluk Bahang
Bus 101 · 83 stops total · Tap a stop for details
Insider Tips for Bus 101
- Sit on the left heading out of George Town for sea views along the coast
- The bus is crowded on weekends and in the evening rush; leave Batu Ferringhi before 5 PM or after 7 PM if you can
- Last bus back from Teluk Bahang is 11:00 PM; from Weld Quay the last bus out is 11:30 PM
- Carry exact change: the farebox does not give change
- Use Google Maps or Moovit to see the next bus
- Ride to the last stops for ESCAPE ("Escape" stop) and the National Park ("Taman Negara" stop)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Taking Bus 101 to the airport: it does not go there. Use 401E (from Weld Quay or Komtar) or 102
- Missing your stop at Batu Ferringhi: the strip has several stops; "Night Market" and "Long Beach Food Court" are the central ones
- Getting off in Teluk Bahang town for the National Park: stay on to the "Taman Negara" stop at the park entrance
- Boarding without exact change
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bus 101 cost from George Town to Batu Ferringhi?
Komtar to the Batu Ferringhi night market is about 15.5 km on the route, which falls in the RM 2.70 stage of Rapid Penang's distance-based fare table. From Weld Quay it is about 17.7 km, also RM 2.70. Cash must be the exact fare.
How often does Bus 101 run?
Rapid Penang lists Bus 101 every 10–12 minutes, from 5:30 AM in both directions. The last bus leaves Weld Quay at 11:30 PM and Teluk Bahang at 11:00 PM.
How long does Bus 101 take from George Town to Batu Ferringhi?
Rapid Penang's timetable allows 30–60 minutes from Komtar to the Batu Ferringhi night market, depending on time of day. Weld Quay to the National Park is scheduled at 50–100 minutes.
Does Bus 101 go to Penang National Park?
Yes. After Teluk Bahang town it runs to the "Taman Negara" stop at the Penang National Park entrance, and also stops at "Escape" for the ESCAPE theme park.
Does Bus 101 go to Penang airport?
No. For the airport take 401E (every 15–20 minutes from Weld Quay and Komtar) or 102, which runs from the airport to Teluk Bahang.