4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kota Bharu to Butterworth
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
7 h 6 m
Average duration
7 h 6 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Bharu to Butterworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kota Bharu to Butterworth will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Kota Bharu for Butterworth on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 7 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 6 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 7 h 6 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Kota Bharu to Butterworth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kota Bharu to Butterworth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a flight costs an average of €52.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €105 Average price |
7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration Fastest 6h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Kota Bharu to Butterworth Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:51PM | Duration 7h06 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:06PM | Duration 7h06 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:06PM | Duration 7h06 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:06PM | Duration 7h06 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 04:51AM | Duration 7h06 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:06AM | Duration 7h06 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:06AM | Duration 7h06 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:06AM | Duration 7h06 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:06AM | Duration 7h06 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Kota Bharu to Butterworth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Butterworth buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 AM Kota Bharu | 7h06 | 9:06 AM Butterworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:00 PM Kota Bharu | 7h06 | 9:06 PM Butterworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Bharu to Butterworth
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Buses from Kota Bharu to Butterworth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 7h 6m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 6m |
First bus 09:00 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd), Ekspres Mutiara from Kota Bharu to ButterworthYou can travel by bus between Kota Bharu to Butterworth with Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd), Ekspres Mutiara for as low as $8 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
Ekspres Mutiara
FAQs: Bus from Kota Bharu to Butterworth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Bharu to Butterworth 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 Butterworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu, which is located around 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Butterworth, Penang Sentral, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
- Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
- Wheelchair access available
- Assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
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- Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
- Luggage size: 30 kg per passenger; Type: 1 piece of luggage and 1 hand carry.
- Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kota Bharu to Butterworth
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 07:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi inside Tesco
- Free parking at Tesco parking lot
- Food court and restaurants inside Tesco shopping mall
- Taxis available at the entrance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available inside Tesco
- Bus: City Bus, Express Bus
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Food court and local food stalls available inside and around terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses and intercity buses
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