4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kota Bharu to Kulim
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
7 h 1 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Bharu to Kulim 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 Kulim will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Kota Bharu for Kulim on Mon, May 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 1 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest buses will take 7 h 9 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.
1:45 AM7h01Kota Bharu8:46 AMKulim$141One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM7h09Kota Bharu9:09 PMKulim$151One-way0 transfers
- 1:45 AM7h01Kota Bharu8:46 AMKulim$141One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 PM7h09Kota Bharu9:09 PMKulim$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Kota Bharu to Kulim
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kota Bharu to Kulim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 33m Average total duration Fastest 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Kulim take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 3m.
You'll arrive about -3h -6m sooner (7h 3m by bus vs 4h 57m by car) and save roughly $-0.38 (€-0.31) compared to fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $15 (€12)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Ekspres Perdana.
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 Kulim Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 08:46AM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 09:01AM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:46PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:01PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:01PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:09PM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:01PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:01PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:09PM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:09PM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:09PM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:01PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:01AM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:01AM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:01AM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:09AM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:31AM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Live departures
Kota Bharu to Kulim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Kulim buses for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Deck(2+1) | 9:45 PM Kota Bharu | 6h30 | 4:15 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| QUEEN EXPRESS | 9:45 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 7h01 | 4:46 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 10:00 PM Kota Bharu | 7h09 | 5:09 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
 EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 10:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 7h01 | 5:01 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
 PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 10:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 7h01 | 5:01 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
 PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 10:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 7h01 | 5:01 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| QUEEN EXPRESS | 10:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 7h01 | 5:31 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 10:30 PM Kota Bharu | 7h09 | 5:39 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
| 1:45 AM Kota Bharu | 7h01 | 8:46 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Bharu to Kulim
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Buses from Kota Bharu to Kulim run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:00, the last at 22:47. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 7h 1m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 1m |
First bus 10:00 AM |
Last bus 10:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Ekspres Perdana from Kota Bharu to KulimYou can travel by bus between Kota Bharu to Kulim with Ekspres Perdana for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kota Bharu to Kulim
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Popular bus stations from Kota Bharu to Kulim
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 07:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
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