The cheapest and fastest buses from Johor Bahru to Kuantan
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Johor Bahru to Kuantan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Johor Bahru to Kuantan will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 15 buses that leave Johor Bahru for Kuantan on Tue, Dec 23, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct buses cover the 266 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest buses will take 6 h 17 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.
Economy(2+2)
MARALINER
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PRISMA SERIMAS HOLIDAYS SDN BHD
Executive(2+1)
Executive(2+1)
Executive(2+1)
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PRISMA SERIMAS HOLIDAYS SDN BHDJohor Bahru - KuantanCompare Sanwa Express, Maraliner


Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Johor Bahru to Kuantan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Johor Bahru to Kuantan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a flight costs an average of €109.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €360 Average price |
6h 47m Average total duration Fastest 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 15m Average total duration 18h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Johor Bahru to Kuantan Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Prisma Serimas Holidays Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:57PM | Duration 6h27 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:47PM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Transnasional | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Prisma Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Prisma Serimas Holidays Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:47PM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator NSK Tranpsort | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator NSK Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Plusliner Nice | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:17PM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator NSK Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator NSK Tranpsort | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:47AM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Plusliner Nice | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:47AM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Live departures
Johor Bahru to Kuantan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Johor Bahru to Kuantan buses for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Johor Bahru | 6h27 | 1:57 PM Kuantan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Johor Bahru | 6h17 | 2:17 PM Kuantan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Johor Bahru | 6h30 | 11:00 PM Kuantan | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Johor Bahru | 6h30 | 1:15 AM Kuantan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
PRISMA SERIMAS HOLIDAYS SDN BHD | 1:30 AM Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang | 6h27 | 7:57 AM Kuantan, Terminal Sentral Kuantan (TSK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 1:30 AM Johor Bahru | 6h30 | 8:00 AM Kuantan | 0 transfersDirect | |
MARALINER | 1:30 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 6h17 | 7:47 AM Kuantan, Terminal Sentral Kuantan (TSK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 2:00 AM Johor Bahru | 6h30 | 8:30 AM Kuantan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 2:30 AM Johor Bahru | 6h30 | 9:00 AM Kuantan | 0 transfersDirect | |
PRISMA SERIMAS HOLIDAYS SDN BHD | 2:30 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 6h17 | 8:47 AM Kuantan, Terminal Sentral Kuantan (TSK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NSK TRANPSORT | 4:45 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 7h05 | 11:50 AM Kuantan, Terminal Sentral Kuantan (TSK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 4:45 AM Johor Bahru | 5h15 | 10:00 AM Kuantan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Johor Bahru to Kuantan
Buses from Johor Bahru to Kuantan run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Sanwa Express, Maraliner, Causeway Link from Johor Bahru to KuantanYou can travel by bus between Johor Bahru to Kuantan with Sanwa Express, Maraliner, Causeway Link for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Johor Bahru to Kuantan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johor Bahru to Kuantan 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 Kuantan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Johor Bahru, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) and Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Pasir Gudang. When arriving in Kuantan, you can end your journey in bus stations like Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral and Kuantan.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal), which is located around 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral, located 4.6 miles (7.4 km) away from the city centre.
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- Sanwa Express
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Maraliner
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Sanwa Express
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Maraliner
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Johor Bahru to Kuantan
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various local food stalls available
- Taxi stand available at terminal entrance
- Wheelchair accessible facilities
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses, intercity buses
- Taxi: Available at terminal
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available at terminal grounds
- Local food stalls and small restaurants available within terminal
- Available outside the terminal
- Basic wheelchair access
- Available with small fee
- Bus: P201, P202, P203, P204
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available for buses and private vehicles
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: P102, P211, T22
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available at terminal premises
- Food court and several local restaurants
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- Taxi services
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