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Bukit Tengah

Penang, Malaysia · Asia

About Bukit Tengah

Bukit Tengah works well as a base: 5 minutes from Bukit Mertajam, 9km from Penang Bridge.

Bukit Tengah is a town located in Penang, Malaysia. With a population of 54,416, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Bukit Tengah sits in Malaysia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kuala Lumpur time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Bukit Tengah to your route.

About Bukit Tengah

Bukit Tengah is a suburb of Seberang Perai in the Malaysian state of Penang. This area is situated very close to the North–South Expressway. The town is within a proper of a larger town of Bukit Mertajam, which shares the same postcode of 14000. Jalan Bukit Tengah or Bukit Tengah road, forms the main trunk road which

Read more passes through the centre of the town. This road links Jalan Pengkalan to the north with Jalan Bukit Minyak to the south, which connects major towns in Seberang Perai such as Butterworth, Perai in the northwest, Bukit Mertajam in the east and Juru and Simpang Ampat to the south. Along this stretch of road is Bukit Tengah Industrial Park, Sri Rambai Light Industrial Park and Utaria Industrial Park. Among the companies having factories in Bukit Tengah include Dell, Leader Steel, Guppy Plastic Industry and Alpha Master. Also located in Bukit Tengah is Highway Auto-City, which a one-stop automobile, food and entertainment venue. Many outdoor events and celebrations like roadshows, concerts, carnivals, exhibitions, motor sports and cultural festivals are being held there.

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Bukit Tengah offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Bukit Tengah located?

Bukit Tengah is located in Penang, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.3460 latitude, 100.4392 longitude.

What is the population of Bukit Tengah?

Bukit Tengah has a population of approximately 54,416 people, making it a town in Malaysia.

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Quick Information

Population
54,416
Continent
Asia
Country
Malaysia
Region
Penang
Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Coordinates
5.3460, 100.4392

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Malaysia

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
994
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Bukit Tengah

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

bridge

Penang Bridge

The 13.5 km crossing that first linked Penang island to mainland Malaysia in 1985, sweeping low over the strait with George Town's skyline ahead: host of the annual bridge marathon.

9 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

George Town Street Art

A UNESCO World Heritage city in Penang transformed into an open-air gallery with famous interactive murals and steel rod caricatures.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

George Town, Penang

A UNESCO World Heritage city blending colonial architecture, vibrant street art, and some of Asia's best street food.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Kek Lok Si Temple

Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple complex in Penang, featuring a striking seven-story pagoda blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles.

19 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Penang Hill

833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.

21 km · about 25 min drive

Driving roads near Bukit Tengah

  • Right herePenang BridgeThe 13.5 km crossing that first linked Penang island to mainland Malaysia in 1985, sweeping low over the strait with George Town's skyline ahead: host of the annual bridge marathon.
  • 21 kmPenang Hill833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Bukit Tengah.

Bukit Mertajam

🇲🇾 Malaysia

4 km awayPop. 212,329

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4 km awayPop. 12,265

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7 km awayPop. 27,194

Perai

🇲🇾 Malaysia

7 km awayPop. 65,301

Permatang Pasir

🇲🇾 Malaysia

8 km awayPop. 2,439

Simpang Empat

🇲🇾 Malaysia

8 km awayPop. 9,149

Bukit Tambun

🇲🇾 Malaysia

9 km awayPop. 22,900

Batu Kawan

🇲🇾 Malaysia

10 km awayPop. 11,409

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