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Rapid Penang Bus 102

Penang Airport to Teluk Bahang — the island's longest route

Quick Answer

How does Bus 102 work?

Bus 102 runs from Penang International Airport to Teluk Bahang via Komtar, Gurney Drive, Tanjung Bungah, Batu Ferringhi. Fare: RM 1.40–RM 4.00, every Every 20–30 minutes. First bus 6:00 AM, last bus 10:30 PM. Pay cash or tap Touch 'n Go card on boarding.

Bus 102 is the only Rapid Penang service that links Penang International Airport directly with Teluk Bahang, running the full length of the island's northern coast via George Town, Gurney Drive, Tanjung Bungah and Batu Ferringhi. At roughly 43 km it is the longest single route on the network, with the airport-to-Teluk Bahang journey taking around 2 hours. It is useful if you are arriving at the airport and heading straight to the northern beaches without changing buses, and it doubles up with Bus 101 along the Gurney Drive–Batu Ferringhi coastal stretch.

Route Details

Route

Penang International AirportTeluk Bahang

Via

Komtar, Gurney Drive, Tanjung Bungah, Batu Ferringhi

Journey Time

~2 hours (airport to Teluk Bahang)

Fare

RM 1.40 – RM 4.00

Frequency

Every 20–30 minutes

Hours

6:00 AM10:30 PM

Distance-based fare. Short hops are RM 1.40–2.00; the full airport-to-Teluk Bahang ride is around RM 4.00. Cash or Touch 'n Go accepted.

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.

Penang International Airport

The southern start of the route — board here straight from arrivals to ride all the way up to George Town and the northern beaches without changing buses. For a faster trip to central George Town, Bus 401E is more direct.

Penang International Airport arrivals

Komtar

Central George Town hub with Rainbow Skywalk (65th floor views). Transfer point for other bus routes. Penang Times Square mall is adjacent.

Rainbow SkywalkPenang Times SquarePrangin Mall

Batu Ferringhi (Main Strip)

Drop off here for the Batu Ferringhi beach experience — swimming, water sports (jet ski, parasailing), beach restaurants, and the famous night market.

Batu Ferringhi BeachNight MarketHard Rock Hotel pool barWater sports

Teluk Bahang (Terminus)

Head to Penang National Park for hiking and Monkey Beach, or visit the Entopia Butterfly Farm next door. The Tropical Spice Garden is 5 minutes walk.

Penang National ParkEntopia by Penang Butterfly FarmTropical Spice Garden

All 14 Stops — Bus 102

Search by stop name or nearby attraction. Tap any stop for details. Gold stars mark tourist highlight stops.

Showing all 14 stops

#1Tourist Highlight

Komtar

Central George Town hub — Bus 102 passes through here on its way between the airport and Teluk Bahang

Komtar TowerRainbow Skywalk+1 more
2
#2

Jalan Burmah

Armenian Street shophousesLocal restaurants
3
#3

Jalan Scotland / Burmah

Penang Hill funicular (nearby by Grab)Sri Mahamariamman Temple
4
#4

Gottlieb Road

Residential areaLocal eateries
5
#5

Pulau Tikus

Pulau Tikus wet marketFoodie street (Cantonment Road hawkers)
6
#6

Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung City MarinaLocal seafood restaurants
7
#7

Tanjung Tokong (Town)

Fishing village areaSeafood restaurants+1 more
8
#8

Tanjung Bungah (Mini Roundabout)

Budget hotelsFloating Mosque nearby+1 more
#9Tourist Highlight

Tanjung Bungah Beach

Quieter alternative beach to Batu Ferringhi — good for families

Tanjung Bungah BeachFloating mosque (Masjid Terapung)+1 more
10
#10

Batu Ferringhi (Penang Mutiara)

Penang Mutiara ResortRasa Sayang Resort
#11Tourist Highlight

Batu Ferringhi (Main Strip)

Main Batu Ferringhi tourist area — all beach hotels and night market here

Batu Ferringhi BeachNight Market+2 more
12
#12

Batu Ferringhi (Bayview)

Bayview Beach ResortFerringhi Garden
13
#13

Teluk Bahang Roundabout

Penang National Park entranceTeluk Bahang fishing pier
#14Tourist Highlight

Teluk Bahang (Terminus)

End of route — National Park, Butterfly Farm, and Spice Garden all nearby

Penang National Park HQTropical Spice Garden+1 more

Bus 102 · 14 stops total · Tap a stop for details

Insider Tips for Bus 102

  • Bus 102 is handy straight off a flight — it picks up at Penang International Airport and runs to the northern beaches without a change
  • For the Gurney Drive–Batu Ferringhi–Teluk Bahang stretch, Bus 102 and Bus 101 overlap, so whichever comes first works
  • Because it is a long, full-island route, allow extra time and check live tracking before relying on it
  • Google Maps and Moovit both show Bus 102 accurately — set your destination and they will flag this route
  • For the quickest airport-to-George-Town run, Bus 401E is more direct than 102

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Assuming Bus 102 is just an alternative George Town–beach bus — it actually starts down at the airport and is the island's longest route
  • Relying on Bus 102 for a fast airport-to-city transfer — 401E is the more direct airport route
  • Underestimating the journey time — airport to Teluk Bahang end-to-end takes around 2 hours
  • Waiting for Bus 102 at a stop only served by Bus 101 — check the route number posted at the shelter

Best For

A no-change ride from Penang Airport to the northern beaches
Reaching Teluk Bahang and Penang National Park from the airport or George Town
Travelers who want to stay on one bus along the full northern coast
Backup for Bus 101 on the Gurney Drive–Batu Ferringhi coastal stretch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Bus 101 and Bus 102?

Bus 101 runs from Weld Quay/Komtar in George Town along the northern coast to Teluk Bahang. Bus 102 covers the same Gurney Drive–Batu Ferringhi–Teluk Bahang coastal stretch but starts further south at Penang International Airport, making it the longer of the two. If you are coming from the airport and heading to the northern beaches, Bus 102 lets you do it without changing buses.

How often does Bus 102 run?

Bus 102 runs roughly every 20–30 minutes during peak hours and every 30–40 minutes during off-peak. Because it is a long route, real-world arrival times can vary with traffic — check the Moovit or Rapid Penang app for live tracking.

Can I use Bus 102 to get to Penang National Park?

Yes. Bus 102 terminates at Teluk Bahang, which is the gateway to Penang National Park. From the Teluk Bahang terminus, it is a short walk to the National Park registration office.

Does Bus 102 go to Penang Airport?

Yes. Bus 102 starts at Penang International Airport and runs all the way to Teluk Bahang via George Town. It is one of the Rapid Penang routes (along with 401E) that serves the airport, though 401E is the more direct option for reaching central George Town.

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