Penang to Tapis Marine Terminal A Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Penang, Malaysia to Tapis Marine Terminal A, Malaysia. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 786.4 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 6.6 days; at 5 knots
Under Power: 3.3 days; at 10 knots
Best Time: November-March; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 786.4 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Penang to Tapis Marine Terminal A. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a markedly indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 181% longer than the 280 nm direct line, its heading turning from north-northeast to south-southeast.

Sea distance: 786.4 nm (1456.3 km)
Direct line: 280 nm181% longer
Great-circle bearing: 89° (east)
Geographic extent: 5.0° × 5.3°
Crossing: Domestic · Same region
From: Penang (Malaysia) 5.4164, 100.3327
To: Tapis Marine Terminal A (Malaysia) 5.5167, 105.0167
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	6.6 days
8 kn	4.1 days
10 kn	3.3 days
12 kn	2.7 days

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Penang to Tapis Marine Terminal A Route

A long open-water within one country sea route between Penang and Tapis Marine Terminal A, this passage between two major harbours in the Southeast Asia region demands attention to typhoon-track exposure July through October in the northern reaches.

The corridor between neighbouring ports of the same region joins Penang, Malaysia to Tapis Marine Terminal A, Malaysia.

Navigation Tips

•Plan this long open-water within one country leg in the Southeast Asia region with attention to typhoon-track exposure July through October in the northern reaches.
•Provisioning for this long open-water passage in Southeast Asia should account for regional supply networks.
•Allow time for entry formalities on this within one country leg between neighbouring ports of the same region.
•Adapt safety equipment to Southeast Asia conditions for this long open-water crossing.
•For a within one country crossing between neighbouring ports of the same region, ensure clearance papers and visas are in order before departure.

Suggested Stops

On a long 786.4 nm passage from Penang to Tapis Marine Terminal A, these ports make convenient places to break the journey, refuel, and rest.

Port Dickson (Malaysia) · ≈263.9 nm in — View port details
Singapore (Singapore) · ≈420.1 nm in — View port details

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Penang to Tapis Marine Terminal A by sea?

This is a long open-water sea passage of about 786.4 nautical miles between Penang and Tapis Marine Terminal A in Southeast Asia.

How long does it take to sail from Penang to Tapis Marine Terminal A?

Average voyage time on this long open-water between neighbouring ports of the same region leg of 786.4 nautical miles is 3.3 days – 6.6 days.

What's the best time to sail from Penang to Tapis Marine Terminal A?

Aim for November-March for the calmest passage in Southeast Asia; off-peak periods bring typhoon-track exposure July through October in the northern reaches.

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