The cheapest and fastest buses from Kota Bharu to Lumut
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
8 h 34 m
Average duration
8 h 34 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Bharu to Lumut 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 Lumut will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 1 buses that leave Kota Bharu for Lumut on Sat, Jun 20, 1 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 276 km distance in an average of 8 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 34 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 8 h 34 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.
2:00 AM8h34Kota Bharu10:34 AMLumut$181One-way0 transfers
2:00 AM8h34Kota Bharu10:34 AMLumut$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Kota Bharu to Lumut
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kota Bharu to Lumut among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 171 miles (276 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 4m Average total duration Fastest 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -3h -33m sooner (8h 34m by bus vs 6h 1m by car) and save roughly $-0.66 (€-0.54) compared to fuel and tolls ($19 (€16) vs $19 (€15)). 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 Lumut Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 10:34AM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 10:34AM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Kota Bharu to Lumut bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Lumut buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:00 AM Kota Bharu | 8h34 | 10:34 AM Lumut | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Ekspress Mutiara?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Bharu to Lumut
Buses from Kota Bharu to Lumut run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 8h 27m.
Distance 171 miles (276 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 8h 27m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Ekspress Mutiara, Ekspres Perdana from Kota Bharu to LumutYou can travel by bus between Kota Bharu to Lumut with Ekspress Mutiara, Ekspres Perdana for as low as $17 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Ekspress Mutiara
Ekspres Perdana
FAQs: Bus from Kota Bharu to Lumut
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Bharu to Lumut 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 Lumut, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Ekspress Mutiara
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Ekspress Mutiara
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kota Bharu to Lumut
- 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 available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and intercity buses to Ipoh, Sitiawan, Manjung
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