The Train Station Bukit Bendera Penang is one of the most famous sights of Malaysia with the longest suspended railroad ever in Asia. The mountain train allows you to see Penang Island from above with panoramic sights that you will not be able to see anywhere else on the island.
This railway opened in the beginning of the last century and the total journey within the train takes up to 25 minutes, the train moves from the lower station to the upper station and stops at the stations between these two stations upon request, and the suspended train is a tourist attraction in Penang
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The best things to do on a mountain train
• The best you can do when taking a mountain train is to enjoy the panoramic views of the enchanting Penang Island, and get to know the scenic nature of the mountains, lakes, green spaces, waterfalls, and wonderful archaeological temples.
• In the middle of the road, the train will stop at the borders of the enchanting Georgetown city, allowing the train passengers to rest while enjoying a panoramic view of the vast city. The train also stops once again at the highest point in the place, the Penang Plateau, which means more comprehensive and enjoyable sights.
• You will also enjoy passing through the suspension bridge that connects Penang to the West Malaysia region.
• If your long journey on the suspended train, be sure to bring your favorite drink or some snacks on the train for more fun.
• If you are a fan of photography, you must take many pictures of the Penang Island skyline from the top of the train. You must also take a good number of your photos in order to record your visit.
Prices of entry cards
Adults are RM10.
Children 4-12 years old 5 MYR.
More than 60 years old RM5.
Visit times
From 6:30 in the morning to 11:00 in the evening, a train runs every half hour.
Hotels near the mountain train
Good Lak Hotel is one of the best hotels in Penang and away from the mountain train in Penang, 1.9 km.
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The hotel got very good on-site, comfort, cleanliness, facilities, staff, value for money and Wi-Fi.
One Pacific Hotel and Apartments is one of the best hotels in Penang, Malaysia, 5.6 km from the train.
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The hotel got very good on-site, comfort, cleanliness, facilities, staff, value for money and Wi-Fi.
The location of the mountain train in Penang