The cheapest and fastest buses from Besut to Gelugor
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
7 h 12 m
Average duration
7 h 14 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Besut to Gelugor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besut to Gelugor will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 2 buses that leave Besut for Gelugor on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 254 km distance in an average of 7 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 12 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 7 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:15 PM7h12Besut11:27 PMGelugor$161One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM7h15Besut7:15 PMGelugor$181One-way0 transfers
4:15 PM7h12Besut11:27 PMGelugor$161One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM7h15Besut7:15 PMGelugor$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Besut to Gelugor
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Besut to Gelugor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $65.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 44m Average total duration Fastest 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 6m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Besut to Gelugor:
A bus is $147 (€120) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Besut to Gelugor costing on average $164 (€135).
Other travel options to Gelugor take longer:
Flight takes on average 10h 6m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Besut to Gelugor Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alibaba Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:42PM | Duration 7h12 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alibaba Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 11:27PM | Duration 7h12 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Live departures
Besut to Gelugor bus times
The table below shows live departures for Besut to Gelugor buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 AM Besut | 7h12 | 1:42 PM Gelugor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Besut | 7h15 | 7:15 PM Gelugor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Besut to Gelugor
Buses from Besut to Gelugor run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 7h 12m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 12m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Besut to Gelugor
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Besut to Gelugor by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gelugor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Besut to Gelugor
- 07:00-19:00
- Free parking available at terminal
- Small local food stalls and restaurants nearby
- Taxis available at the terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local buses to Kota Bharu, Kuala Terengganu
- 07:00-19:00
- Free campus Wi-Fi
- Available at USM main campus
- Food court and cafeterias within USM campus
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Ramps and covered walkways
- Available at the terminal
- Bus: 301, 302, 303, 304
- Rapid Penang Bus Services
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