The cheapest and fastest buses from Kota Bharu to Gua Musang
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Bharu to Gua Musang 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 Gua Musang will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 2 buses that leave Kota Bharu for Gua Musang on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 142 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 54 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 4 h 26 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.
12:30 PM3h54Kota Bharu4:24 PMGua Musang$111One-way0 transfers
12:30 AM4h26Kota Bharu4:56 AMGua Musang$111One-way0 transfers
12:30 PM3h54Kota Bharu4:24 PMGua Musang$111One-way0 transfers
12:30 AM4h26Kota Bharu4:56 AMGua Musang$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kota Bharu to Gua Musang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kota Bharu to Gua Musang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kota Bharu to Gua Musang:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Kota Bharu to Gua Musang costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Gua Musang take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 44m.
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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.
Kota Bharu to Gua Musang Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:56AM | Duration 4h26 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator DESTINASI EXPRESS | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:26AM | Duration 4h26 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 05:56AM | Duration 4h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Naza Express | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 05:54AM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator DESTINASI EXPRESS | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:24PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Sani Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:24PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Teraju Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:54PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Live departures
Kota Bharu to Gua Musang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Gua Musang buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 AM Kota Bharu | 4h26 | 4:56 AM Gua Musang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Kota Bharu | 3h54 | 4:24 PM Gua Musang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Bharu to Gua Musang
Buses from Kota Bharu to Gua Musang run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 3h 54m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Kota Bharu to Gua Musang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Bharu to Gua Musang 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 Gua Musang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kota Bharu to Gua Musang
- 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
- 07:00-19:00
- Free parking available at terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at terminal entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Express buses to Kota Bharu, Kuala Lumpur, Kuantan
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