Is Rapid Penang Free?

2020-11-30 editor Popular guidelines 0

Is Rapid Penang Free?

In an effort to promote public transport, Penang became the first state in Malaysia to offer FREE Rapid Bus services to the public until the end 2021. As long as you have the MY30 Mutiara pass, you can get a ride on any Rapid Bus free of charge.

Can I use Touch n Go for Rapid Penang?

You can’t use it here in Penang. You will have to pay by cash or you can apply for our Rapid Pass. Pls note, you will have to prepare exact fare as change will not be returned to you.

How do I pay Rapid Penang?

Simply download the app to start booking your trips. Payment is either by cash or credit/debit card. The main public bus service is by Rapid Penang and it covers an extensive area both on the island and mainland. It also operates a Free CAT (Central Area Transit) bus service within George Town.

Can you buy Touchcards at petrol stations?

You can purchase your TNG card from selected petrol stations, convenience stores and self-service kiosks.

How do I apply for my 100?

My100 or My50 is only sold or activated via MyKad or MyTentera with Touch ‘n Go function, or MyRapid concession cards for students below the age of 12….You can purchase My100 or My50 from the Rapid KL Customer Service Office at:

  1. all LRT stations.
  2. all MRT stations.
  3. all Monorail stations.
  4. all BRT stations.

How do you travel around Penang?

  1. Busses on Penang Island. The best method of transport within and around Georgetown probably is the public bus.
  2. Taxi on Penang Island.
  3. Car rental on Penang Island.
  4. Motorbike rental on Penang Island.
  5. Trishaw on Penang Island.
  6. Monorail on Penang Island.

How many buses are there in Rapid Penang?

As of 2017, Rapid Penang’s fleet consists of 406 buses. As with other Prasarana brands such as Rapid KL and Rapid Kuantan, Rapid Penang’s bus fleet is managed under Rapid Bus.

How to get a rapid passport in Penang?

If you are visiting Penang for a short period of time, you do well to get the Rapid Passport. The Rapid Passport is a smartcards that allow you unlimited travel on the Rapid Penang buses for a period of one week. These “Passports” can be purchased at RM30 per passenger at the following locations:

Which is the free bus service in Penang?

If you encounter difficulties in obtaining the Passport, you may call Rapid Penang at 04 238 1212. CAT George Town Loop 1 (CT1) is a free bus service that makes a loop within the inner city of George Town.