Southern Malaysia’s state capital Malacca or Melaka draws its name from the Straits of Malacca where it is situated. The 14th largest UNESCO heritage city is Malaysia's unofficial capital and well-known for its economic might, the port, and for being a multi-religious city with plenty of landmarks to visit and explore. Travel by the highly decorated hand-pulled or cycle rickshaws is quite popular here. KLIA2, the airport and shopping-mall all-in-one complex, is situated in Kaula Lumpur, Malaysia.
By road, the distance from KLIA2 to Malacca is 136 km and can take 2 to 3 hours depending on the bus chosen, its stops, and type of bus. There are a total of 44 buses that run through the day and night. The buses that run between 6 am and 12 noon are the most popularly chosen buses. The popular operators are StarMart Express and Transnasional with StarMart being the most popular for having 31 buses run each day against the other operator having 13 buses a day. Most tickets are refundable and can be rescheduled if need be. Taxis, flights, and trains also ply on this route.
How to reach Melaka from KLIA2?
The distance between KLIA2 to Melaka is 136 KM by road. There are various ways to cover this distance, either through public or private transport modes. These include:
Bus from KLIA2 to Melaka: A KLIA2 to Melaka bus can complete this journey in 2 to 3 hours. The duration depends on the bus type and the number of stops in between.
By taxi: You can take a taxi or car to go to Melaka from KLIA2. A taxi ride would take around 2 hours and 30 minutes.
By train: You can reach KLIA2 by taking a train to Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS) from KL Sentral and then a bus to Melaka from TBS bus station.
The best way to go from KLIA2 to Malacca is by bus. A bus is a readily available, affordable, and convenient way to cover this journey. One can book a KLIA2 to Melaka bus on redBus from popular operators like StarMart Express and Transnasional. Passengers can get further information regarding Transnasional and StarMart bus schedules from KL to Melaka with their fares, amenities, etc., on the redBus website and app.
How to travel safely from KLIA2 to Melaka?
Due to the current coronavirus pandemic, travel services are giving utmost importance to the safety of passengers. Passengers are requested to follow all the safety precautions that include mandatory mask-wearing, social distancing, and carrying hand sanitizers with them while travelling. Travellers should get themselves medically checked before and after their travel journey if they sense any coronavirus symptoms in their bodies.
KLIA2 to Malacca Bus Details
The pick-up point for buses to Malacca are from KLIA2 or KLIA bus terminals. The drop points are Mahkota Medical Centre and Melaka Sentral. To get to KLIA2, you can use the bus, airport shuttles, Monorail, LRT or KTM Komuter up to Bandar Tasik Selatan.
The cost of the trip varies between RM 24 to RM 35 and depends on the coach and operator selected. Tourists and locals prefer the bus, as it is the cheapest and most convenient mode of travel and due to its half-hourly bus frequencies. The bus coaches graded as SVIP, Business Economy Club, Standard, and Executive. The earliest bus is at 6:30 am and the last one departs at 11:40 pm. At Malacca, one can use the shuttle buses or taxis if you need to move around the city of Malacca.
Things to do in Malacca
The Malacca bus station is not very close to the landmarks. Here are the must-visit places.
- Malacca River, Alor Gajah, Klebang and Ayer Keroh towns to enjoy the sights.
- Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum and Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum are for the culturally and art kinds.
- Jonker Walk is a tourist shopping area for fun, music, and shopping.
- The Shore Revolving Sky Tower for a 360-degree view of Malacca from 260 ft above.
- St. Peter’s Church and The Christ Church from the Dutch times are worth visiting.
- Melaka Zoo, Turtle Centre and Jasin Hot Springs to enjoy the wildlife and nature.
To enjoy the bus ride and to have a hassle-free journey in Malaysia, book your tickets with redBus.
Disclaimer: Bus timings, routes, and fares are subject to change. Please check the redBus app or website for any last-minute changes.
