Rapid Penang Bus 11 - Weld Quay to Batu Lanchang

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Rapid Penang Bus No. 11 (6 January 2018)

Rapid Penang Bus 11 is one of the most important circular bus routes on Penang Island, connecting the historic waterfront at Weld Quay with major commercial, administrative, and residential areas such as George Town, Komtar, Jelutong, and Batu Lanchang. Designed as a loop service, Bus 11 allows passengers to travel across a wide swathe of central Penang without needing to change buses, making it especially useful for daily commuters, students, and visitors exploring the city.

Route Map of Rapid Penang Bus No. 11

Route of Rapid Penang Bus 11

Weld Quay Ferry & Bus Terminal ("Jetty") - Chulia Street Ghaut - Lebuh Chulia (Chulia Street) - Jalan Penang (Penang Road) - Jalan Dr Lim Chwee Leong (Prangin Road) - Jalan Ria - Komtar Bus Terminal - Jalan Magazine (Magazine Road) - Jalan Dato Keramat (Dato Kramat Road) - Jalan Perak (Perak Road) - Solok Perak - Jalan Jelutong (Jelutong Main Road) - Lebuhraya Gelugor - Lebuhraya Batu Lanchang - Lintang Batu Lanchang - Jalan Tan Sri Teh Ewe Lim (Batu Lanchang Road) - Jalan Masjid Negeri (Green Lane) - Lebuhraya Batu Lanchang - Lintang Batu Lanchang - Jalan Tan Sri Teh Ewe Lim (Batu Lanchang Road) - Jalan Perak (Perak Road) - Jalan Dato Keramat (Dato Kramat Road) - Jalan Penang (Penang Road) - Jalan Burma (Burmah Road) - Jalan Transfer (Transfer Road) - Jalan Sri Bahari (Sri Bahari Road) - Jalan Penang (Penang Road) - Lebuh Chulia (Chulia Street) - Chulia Street Ghaut - Weld Quay Ferry & Bus Terminal

Details of Rapid Penang Bus 11

Bus 11 functions as a city connector, linking Penang’s main transport gateways with densely populated neighbourhoods further inland. Starting and ending at the Weld Quay Ferry & Bus Terminal, the route loops through George Town’s heritage streets, the Komtar transport hub, and southern residential corridors before returning to the Jetty.

This loop design means passengers can board the bus at any point along the route and travel either a short distance or almost the entire circuit, depending on their destination. For residents of Jelutong and Batu Lanchang, Bus 11 provides a direct public transport link to George Town without the need for transfers¹.

Route Description (Circular Loop)

The route of Rapid Penang Bus 11 begins at the Weld Quay Ferry & Bus Terminal, commonly referred to as the Jetty. This terminal is a key interchange for ferries, local buses, and services to Butterworth on the mainland.

From Weld Quay through George Town

From the Jetty, the bus travels via Gat Lebuh Chulia and Lebuh Chulia, passing through the heart of George Town’s heritage zone. This section serves popular areas with shops, budget hotels, cafés, and cultural landmarks.

The route then continues along Jalan Penang (Penang Road), one of the city’s main commercial streets, before heading onto Jalan Dr Lim Chwee Leong and Jalan Ria toward the Komtar area.

Komtar and the Southern Corridor

At the Komtar Bus Terminal, passengers can connect to numerous other Rapid Penang routes serving the rest of the island. After Komtar, Bus 11 proceeds along Jalan Magazine and Jalan Dato Keramat, transitioning from the city centre into established residential neighbourhoods.

The bus continues along Jalan Perak and Solok Perak before entering Jalan Jelutong, also known as Jelutong Main Road. This stretch is particularly important for daily commuters, as it serves schools, shops, wet markets, and apartments.

Batu Lanchang Section

From Jelutong, Bus 11 uses Lebuhraya Gelugor and Lebuhraya Batu Lanchang to reach the Batu Lanchang area. It then travels along Lintang Batu Lanchang, Jalan Tan Sri Teh Ewe Lim, and Jalan Masjid Negeri, serving residential zones near the State Mosque and nearby institutions.

After completing this southern segment, the bus retraces key roads and gradually makes its way back north toward George Town.

Return to Weld Quay

On the return leg, Bus 11 passes again through Jalan Jelutong, Jalan Perak, and Jalan Dato Keramat, before re-entering the city centre via Jalan Penang. It also travels along Jalan Burma, Jalan Transfer, and Jalan Sri Bahari, covering additional residential pockets before looping back to Lebuh Chulia and finally the Weld Quay Ferry & Bus Terminal.

Who Should Use Rapid Penang Bus 11?

Rapid Penang Bus 11 is well suited for:

• Daily commuters travelling between Jelutong, Batu Lanchang, and George Town
• Students attending schools and colleges along Jalan Perak and Jelutong
• Senior citizens needing access to markets, clinics, and public facilities
• Visitors looking for an affordable way to move between the Jetty, Komtar, and city neighbourhoods

Bus Frequency and Operating Hours

Rapid Penang Bus 11 operates from 5:30am until 9:35pm, with buses arriving approximately every 30 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic conditions and time of day².

Passengers can check the real-time location of buses via the Rapid Penang website or by using the MyRapid PULSE mobile application, which provides live tracking and estimated arrival times.

Fare Structure and Payment Methods

Rapid Penang Bus 11 uses a distance-based fare system. Fares depend on how far you travel along the route.

There are two fare categories:

• Adult fare
• Concession fare – for students in full school uniform, senior citizens aged 60 and above, and children aged 7 to 12

Fare Rates

How to Pay

Passengers can pay their fare using:

• Cash (exact fare required; no change given)
• Pas Mutiara monthly travel pass

These payment options apply across the Rapid Penang bus network³.

References

1. Rapid Penang official website – route and service information
2. Rapid Penang real-time bus tracking portal
3. Prasarana Malaysia Berhad – fare and concession details

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