Is Penang near Singapore?

Is there a train from Singapore to Penang?

There is one daily train from Singapore to Penang (the Ekspres Rakyat) that now leaves from JB Sentral railway station (just north of Singapore) in the morning and takes approximately 13 hours to reach Penang’s railway station on the mainland at Butterworth.

Can you drive from Singapore to Penang?

Although quite far from Singapore, Penang is definitely worth the 7-8 hours you put in driving. With so many attractions to see and dishes to savour, it is a destination worthy of the long journey. Before your trip, do make sure to have your car assessed by a professional in order to ensure your safety on the road.

Can we enter Singapore now?

The Singapore border remains open to all Singapore citizens and permanent residents. Permanent residents must present a valid re-entry permit during check-in to enter Singapore. All other travellers who wish to enter Singapore must obtain prior approval from relevant authorities.

Is English spoken in Penang?

Many locals speak “Manglish,” (Malaysian-English), an English-based creole with the grammar structure of the Hokkien Chinese dialect, plus words from Penang’s other languages thrown in. This might not sound much like English to visitors, which can lead to some confusion.

Are there crocodiles in Penang?

GEORGE TOWN: A saltwater crocodile has been caught near the Jelutong market, days after a similar reptile was spotted on mainland Penang. … When his men reached the spot at about 7.10am, they found a crocodile there. The firemen handed the reptile to the Penang Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan).

What is Penang called now?

Penang, also called Penang Island, Malay Pinang or Pulau Pinang, island of Malaysia, lying in the Strait of Malacca off the northwest coast of peninsular Malaya, from which it is separated by a narrow strait whose smallest width is 2.5 miles (4 km).