- Recommended
Muzium Sultan Abu Bakar
State museum presenting Pahang history, culture, crafts, archaeology, and royal heritage. A useful first stop for regional context.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Bharu to Kuantan 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 Kuantan will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 17 buses from Kota Bharu to Kuantan, including 17 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 285 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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.
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Buses from Kota Bharu to Kuantan run on average 37 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 37 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 5h 51m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Kota Bharu to Kuantan.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Teraju Express | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Teraju Express | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Teraju Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator SANI EXPRESS | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator ESB_7257 | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Teraju Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:31PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator ESB_7257 | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator SANI EXPRESS | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator JENGKA EXPRESS | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Asia Jaya Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Teraju Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator SANI EXPRESS | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator SANI EXPRESS | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator ESB_7257 | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator SANI EXPRESS | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator ESB_7257 | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Kuantan buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 5:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 11:40 PM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANI EXPRESS | 6:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 1:10 AM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
TERAJU EXPRESS | 6:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 1:10 AM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADIK BERADIK | 8:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 2:40 AM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 9:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 3:40 AM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 9:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 4:10 AM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUEEN EXPRESS | 9:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 4:10 AM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 9:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 4:10 AM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANI EXPRESS | 10:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 4:40 AM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
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PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 9:00 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 3:40 PM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANI EXPRESS | 9:00 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 3:40 PM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 9:30 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 4:10 PM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
TERAJU EXPRESS | 9:30 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 4:10 PM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
TERAJU EXPRESS | 11:00 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 5:40 PM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 12:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 6:40 PM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANI EXPRESS | 12:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 7:10 PM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANI EXPRESS | 1:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 6h40 | 8:10 PM Bus Terminal Kuantan, Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
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State museum presenting Pahang history, culture, crafts, archaeology, and royal heritage. A useful first stop for regional context.
Compact art space showing local paintings and creative works. Good for discovering contemporary artists from Kuantan and Pahang.
Gallery space within the Pahang arts scene featuring exhibitions, community programs, and rotating visual art displays.
Popular city beach with a long promenade, sea breeze, and casual recreation. A classic Kuantan stop for walking and sunrise views.
Urban riverfront area with pathways, landscaping, and evening views of the Kuantan River. Good for a relaxed walk near downtown.
Scenic riverside district known for fishing village character, waterfront views, and easy access to evening strolls and local life.
Sour fish curry from Pahang, usually made with river fish, turmeric and chili. A signature east coast dish with a tangy, spicy local character.
Fermented durian gravy cooked with fish, especially patin. Rich, pungent and closely associated with Pahang home cooking and festive meals.
Pahang-style beef satay served with peanut sauce, cucumber and ketupat. A beloved local supper food found widely around Kuantan.
Traditional satay restaurant famous for skewers with peanut sauce, ketupat and classic Malaysian side dishes in a simple local setting.
Established kopitiam-style venue popular for breakfast, coffee and local noodles. Relaxed setting suited for trying everyday Kuantan flavors.
Casual local seafood spot known for grilled fish and sambal dishes. Popular for fresh catches and a lively east coast dining atmosphere.
Budget-friendly versus many Malaysian beach cities. Street food, simple hotels, and ride-hailing are cheap; upscale resorts and seafood restaurants raise costs.
Tipping is not expected. Many restaurants add 10% service charge. Round up small taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes only for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Bharu 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.

Most Kota Bharu to Kuantan buses use the Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu to station pair. Use this guide to compare Kota Bharu and Kuantan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu is 2 km from Kota Bharu city centre. Public transport options include:
Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and local food stalls available inside and around terminal
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines available near entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu.
Available at Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu: Wheelchair accessible.