Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah, Alor Setar

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Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah is one of Alor Setar’s most important arterial routes, connecting Jalan Anak Bukit and Jalan Sultanah in the north to Exit 177 of the North–South Expressway in the south. Skirting the western side of the city centre, the highway provides a crucial bypass for traffic between northern and southern Kedah, reducing congestion in the urban core. ^1–3

Orientation & Route

Beginning in the north near the junction of Jalan Anak Bukit and Jalan Sultanah, Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah heads southward through mixed-use zones before merging into the North–South Expressway’s Alor Setar Selatan interchange (Exit 177). Along its course, it intersects with key local roads and offers access to commercial districts, residential areas, and public facilities. ^1–2

Connecting Streets

1. Jalan Anak Bukit
2. Jalan Bakawali
3. Jalan Bawal
4. Jalan Bawal 3/1
5. Jalan Bunga Raya 12
6. Jalan Dahlia
7. Jalan Dahlia 6/1
8. Jalan Dahlia 6/2
9. Jalan Dahlia 9
10. Jalan Gangsa
11. Jalan Gunung
12. Jalan Gunung Bayu 6
13. Jalan Gunung Bayu 7
14. Jalan Gunung Bayu 9
15. Jalan Gunung Inas
16. Jalan Gunung Perak
17. Jalan Gunung Perak 4
18. Jalan Gunung Perak 6
19. Jalan Kampung Lubuk
20. Jalan Kangar-Alor Setar
21. Jalan Kuala Kedah
22. Jalan Orkid 1
23. Jalan Peremba
24. Jalan Persiaran Juragan
25. Jalan Puyu 3
26. Jalan Senangin
27. Jalan Sepat 3
28. Jalan Shahab 2
29. Jalan Shahab 5
30. Jalan Suka Menanti
31. Jalan Sultanah
32. Jalan Teratai
33. Jalan Teratai Jingga 4
34. Jalan Tungku Abdul Rahman
35. Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra
36. Jalan Utaman Kilang Tebu
37. Jalan Utama Taman Rakyat
38. Lebuhraya Sultan Abdul Halim
39. Lebuhraya Utara Selatan
40. Lorong Teratai 1
41. Persiaran Bandar Baru Mergong
42. Susuran Seri Bandar

Neighbourhoods & Landmarks Along the Route

• Alor Setar Mall: A popular retail destination close to the highway’s midsection. ⁴
• Stadium Darul Aman: Kedah’s main football stadium, accessible from connecting roads. ⁵
• Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah: The city’s main hospital, located west of the expressway. ⁶
• Masjid Zahir: The state mosque, a short drive eastward from northern sections. ⁷

Connections to Other Roads

Northern link: Jalan Anak Bukit and Jalan Sultanah connect directly into the city centre, providing routes toward government offices, banks, and heritage landmarks. ¹

Southern link: Exit 177 (Alor Setar Selatan) links to the North–South Expressway for rapid travel to Sungai Petani, Penang, and Kuala Lumpur. ²

History & Development

Constructed as part of an urban traffic management plan in the late 20th century, Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah was designed to reduce heavy vehicle traffic in the historic city core. Named in honour of Sultanah Bahiyah binti Tan Sri Tengku Abdul Rahman, a beloved Kedah royal consort, the route has since become an indispensable part of the city’s transport framework. ^3,8

Present-Day Role

The highway today is a multi-lane thoroughfare with landscaped medians and relatively smooth traffic flow. During peak hours, it serves as a preferred route for commuters heading to southern Kedah or bypassing the city entirely. Numerous businesses, petrol stations, and food outlets have sprung up along its length. ^2–4

Things to Do Near Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah

1. Shop and dine at Alor Setar Mall. ⁴
2. Catch a football match at Stadium Darul Aman. ⁵
3. Visit Masjid Zahir for heritage and photography. ⁷
4. Drive to nearby rural towns via southern expressway links. ²

Real Estate Overview (as at August 2025)

Property along and near the highway benefits from high accessibility. Median residential prices in Alor Setar from April 2024 to March 2025 stood at ~RM350,000 (~RM188 per sq ft). Proximity to Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah slightly raises prices for commercial plots and mixed-use developments. ⁹

Common sizes: Terraced homes are generally 1,200–1,800 sq ft (111–167 sq m), while shoplots and offices can exceed 3,000 sq ft (278 sq m). A 1,500 sq ft terrace would be valued around RM280,000 at median rates. ⁹

Rental trends: Residential units near the highway typically fetch RM1,500–RM2,200/month, with commercial rentals varying widely depending on frontage and traffic exposure. ⁹

Transport & Accessibility

Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah is easily reached from both city and interstate routes. Public buses, taxis, and ride-hailing services operate along much of its length. The southern expressway interchange allows for rapid travel to other Malaysian states. ^1–2

Fun Facts

• The highway is named after Sultanah Bahiyah, Kedah’s Raja Permaisuri Agong from 1970 to 1975.
• Its construction greatly eased congestion on Jalan Sultanah and Jalan Tunku Ibrahim.
• It forms part of Alor Setar’s “western bypass” corridor for through traffic.

Quick Facts

References

1. Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah — Google Maps
2. Waze — routing
3. Profile: Sultanah Bahiyah
4. Alor Setar Mall — official site
5. Stadium Darul Aman info
6. Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah profile
7. Masjid Zahir official site
8. Kedah Royal Family — history
9. Brickz — property transactions

Map of Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah, Alor Setar

Painting of Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah

Painting of Lebuhraya Sultanah Bahiyah

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