The cheapest and fastest buses from Kota Bharu to Ipoh
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
6 h 59 m
Average duration
6 h 59 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Bharu to Ipoh 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 Ipoh will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 8 buses that leave Kota Bharu for Ipoh on Mon, Dec 22, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 215 km distance in an average of 6 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 59 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 6 h 59 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.
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)
EKSPRESS MUTIARA
QUEEN EXPRESS
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)
EKSPRESS MUTIARA
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)
EKSPRESS MUTIARA
QUEEN EXPRESS
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)
EKSPRESS MUTIARAKota Bharu to Ipoh Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:09PM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:59PM | Duration 6h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:59PM | Duration 6h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 04:44AM | Duration 6h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:59AM | Duration 6h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:09AM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:59AM | Duration 6h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Live departures
Kota Bharu to Ipoh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Ipoh buses for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:00 PM Kota Bharu | 6h59 | 8:59 PM Ipoh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Kota Bharu | 7h09 | 5:09 AM Ipoh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
Double Deck(2+1) | 2:00 AM Kota Bharu | 7h09 | 9:09 AM Ipoh | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 2:00 AM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 6h59 | 8:59 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 2:00 AM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 6h59 | 8:59 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Bharu to Ipoh
Buses from Kota Bharu to Ipoh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Queen Express, Ekspres Perdana, Seven Seas Holiday Sdn Bhd from Kota Bharu to IpohYou can travel by bus between Kota Bharu to Ipoh with Queen Express, Ekspres Perdana, Seven Seas Holiday Sdn Bhd for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Queen Express
Ekspres Perdana
Seven Seas Holiday Sdn Bhd
FAQs: Bus from Kota Bharu to Ipoh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Bharu to Ipoh 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 Ipoh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu, which is located around 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya), located 7.8 miles (12.6 km) away from the city centre.
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- Queen Express
- One hand luggage and one carry-on luggage allowed; additional luggage may incur extra charges.
- Queen Express
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kota Bharu to Ipoh
- 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
- 07:00-22:00
- 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
- 07:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court and several local food stalls
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: MyBas Ipoh routes
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