Overview
Butterworth is the main town on the mainland side of Penang state in Malaysia. Smaller, more industrial and practical, Butterworth does not have any of the atmosphere which George Town across the Penang Straits has.
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Before you go
Accommodation
Limited budget hostels and star-rated hotels available; few options.
Food
Chinese restaurants and seafood eateries are plentiful along the coastal road.
Transport
Butterworth is a major transportation hub with a railway station, bus services, and a ferry terminal to George Town.