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Taxis are easily and widely available around the island. It is the most
common means of getting around by visitors. But bear in mind that most of
the taxis in Penang don’t use meters, so be sure to agree on a price first
before boarding the taxi. Start by asking how much it is to get to your
destination; you can negotiate on the prices quoted if you feel that they
are too high. Taxis normally charge between RM4.00 - RM7.00 for short
distances within the city. Still, if they are the only option available, you
need to do some negotiation with the driver before climbing on board. What
the taxis do is determine a fixed rate for most journeys. Most taxi drivers
agree to honor this rate. Hence even if you ask a few taxis, you are likely
to be given the same price which they have agreed among themselves.
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In an effort to enhance the professionalism of
taxis in Penang, many have started to use the meter - previously resisted by
many of the taxis citing a wide range of reasons and excuses. Always choose
a taxi that uses a meter. You can find these with a sticker on their door.
Taxi stands are not as common as bus stops in Penang. Also, taxis are not as
ubiquitous on the streets in Penang than they are in other major cities.
As taxi rides can be much more expensive than taking the bus, you should
carefully evaluate the options before calling the taxi. On the other hand,
taxis provide the convenience of traveling from point to point, and for
transporting of luggage.
The following are fare estimations for your
references:
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George Town to Batu Ferringhi: RM30.00
George Town to Bayan Lepas: RM20.00
George Town to Airport: RM30
George Town to Gurney Plaza: RM12.00
Gurney Plaza to Macalister Road: RM12.00
Air Itam to Komtar / Weld Quay Bus Terminal: RM12.00-RM15.00
Air Itam to Gurney Plaza: RM15.00
Air Itam to Airport: RM28.00-RM30.00
Air Itam to Batu Ferringhi: RM28.00-RM30.00
Altera to Green Lane: RM25.00
Bayan Baru to Airport: RM15.00
BJ Court to Altera: RM15.00
Queensbay Mall to Island Park: RM20.00
Penang Plaza to Island Park: RM17.00
Island Park to Airport: RM23.00
Gurney Hotel to Upper Pulau Pinang Road: RM10.00-RM15.00
Pulau Tikus to Gurney Hotel: RM10.00
Mainland to Airport: RM45.00
Batu Ferringhi to Airport: RM60.00
Batu Ferringhi to Komtar: RM35.00
Batu Ferringhi to Island Plaza: RM20.00
Batu Ferringhi to One-Stop Midlands: RM25.00-RM30.00
Tour by Taxi: RM25.00-RM30.00 per hour (Subject to bargain)
For international arrival, you can continue your
journey in Penang by taking the airport taxi. Coupons for taxis and limos
can be obtained at the airport taxi counters.
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