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Moving around Penang is not as easy as it sounds. You need useful tips for exploring around, especially getting to Georgetown, the capital, and commercial center for the whole island. A Penang Map is easily available online to guide you on your way to enjoying all that Penang has to offer. A feature of the map shows the ways of getting to Penang. It is as follows:
By air. Penang is easy to access through air with its daily flights from different regions in Malaysia. It also features direct flights to Bangkok Thailand, mainland China and others thru Malaysian airlines. There are at least 20 flights that ferries between the country's capital, Kuala Lumpur to Penang. Its airport lies 20 kilometers from Georgetown. You have a choice of using the airport taxis that operates through the coupon system where fixed charges from the airport to different destinations in Penang are a given, or you can summon for limousines, which charge higher.
The island of Penang is easily accessible thru land trip via the Penang Bridge. All kinds of passing cars are charged RM7.00 at the toll plaza located in Prai. The return trip back to the mainland is considered free.
Penang can also be accessed by using ferries from Butterworth. It is available 24 hours for human passengers and vehicles. Also, no payment is necessary for the return trip.
Rail. A train journey from the mainland capital to Butterworth costs six hours of your time. A nice view to the scenic countryside is a bonus. There are available air conditioned coaches for the first and second class.
Around the island, using public transport to visit places is efficient enough to be inexpensive and fun when watching and observing the sights. Taxis are not in the habit of using meters while buses require coins using coin machines when collecting fares. There are two main bus terminals, namely Pengkalan Weld and KOMTAR. You can also opt for mini-buses with a RM 0.80 flat rate. Your visit will not be complete without the three-wheeled trishaw, as it allows the best views to the sights while traveling.
Acting on the information above will get you anywhere in Penang with comfort and style. Using the Penang map will guide you to wonders the beautiful island paradise has to offer.
