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Sungai Petani

Kedah, Malaysia · Asia

About Sungai Petani

Sungai Petani sits on the route: 10 minutes from Bandar Laguna Merbok, 35km from Penang Bridge.

Sungai Petani is a city located in Kedah, Malaysia. With a population of 544,851, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Sungai Petani 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 Sungai Petani to your route.

About Sungai Petani

Sungai Petani (abbr. Sg. Petani or SP) is a town in Kuala Muda District, Kedah, Malaysia. The population of the municipal area of Sungai Petani is larger than Kedah's state capital, Alor Setar. It is located about 55 km south of Alor Setar, and 33 km northeast of George Town, the capital city of the neighbouring

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Sungai Petani is located in Kedah, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.6470 latitude, 100.4877 longitude.

What is the population of Sungai Petani?

Sungai Petani has a population of approximately 544,851 people, making it a city in Malaysia.

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Quick Information

Population
544,851
Continent
Asia
Country
Malaysia
Region
Kedah
Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Coordinates
5.6470, 100.4877

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Malaysia

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
994
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Sungai Petani

5 notable places within an hour's 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.

31 km · about 35 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.

31 km · about 35 min 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.

35 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Penang Hill

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

35 km · about 40 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.

36 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Sungai Petani

  • 35 kmPenang 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.
  • 35 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 Sungai Petani.

Bandar Laguna Merbok

🇲🇾 Malaysia

5 km awayPop. 12,940

Sungai Lalang

🇲🇾 Malaysia

7 km awayPop. 34,947

Tikam Batu

🇲🇾 Malaysia

8 km awayPop. 8,323

Bedong

🇲🇾 Malaysia

9 km awayPop. 47,585

Kampong Merbok

🇲🇾 Malaysia

11 km awayPop. 12,940

Kota Kuala Muda

🇲🇾 Malaysia

14 km awayPop. 544,984

Kampong Sidam

🇲🇾 Malaysia

15 km awayPop. 60,983

Kampung Haji Kudong

🇲🇾 Malaysia

16 km awayPop. 1,070

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