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Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum
Baba Nyonya townhouse museum with furnished rooms and objects that reveal Peranakan family life, design, and social history.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$14
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$14
Fastest journey on Oct 29
11 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
11 h 3 m
Buses on Oct 29
1
Distance
439 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Bharu to Malacca 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 Malacca will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 1 buses from Kota Bharu to Malacca, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 439 km distance in an average of 11 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 3 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 11 h 3 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.


Buses from Kota Bharu to Malacca run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 272 miles (439 km) distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 272 miles (439 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 8:30 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Kota Bharu to Malacca.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Sani Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:33PM | Duration 11h03 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Sani Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 11:09PM | Duration 10h24 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator SANI EXPRESS | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Malacca buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 10h30 | 6:30 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 8:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 10h30 | 6:30 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 10h30 | 7:00 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 8:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 10h30 | 7:00 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANI EXPRESS | 8:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 10h30 | 7:00 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUEEN EXPRESS | 8:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 10h30 | 7:00 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Baba Nyonya townhouse museum with furnished rooms and objects that reveal Peranakan family life, design, and social history.
Maritime museum inside a large ship replica, covering Malacca's trading past with exhibits on seafaring and regional commerce.
Private museum presenting Malay sultanate history, court culture, weapons, and royal-themed displays in a timber palace-style building.
Lively heritage street with shophouses, temples, small museums, and evening market activity. Ideal for walking and photography.
Riverside walking area with bridges, murals, historic buildings, and boat views. Best explored on foot in the late afternoon.
Historic square framed by red Dutch-era buildings, churches, and museums. A practical starting point for exploring the old center.
Chicken rice balls are Hainanese-style poached chicken served with compact rice balls, a signature Malacca hawker dish shaped for easy eating.
Nyonya laksa is a Peranakan noodle soup with coconut milk, spices, and seafood or chicken. It reflects Malacca’s distinctive mixed Chinese-Malay heritage.
Cendol is a beloved dessert of shaved ice, coconut milk, gula Melaka, and green rice flour jelly. Malacca’s palm sugar gives it deep caramel flavor.
Well-known Nyonya restaurant serving laksa, pongteh, and other Peranakan classics in a comfortable heritage shophouse setting.
Long-running local favorite for satay celup, with self-service skewers and a lively communal dining experience.
Historic Hainanese shop famous for chicken rice balls and poached chicken in a busy traditional setting near Jonker Street.
Budget-friendly for Malaysia: guesthouses, hawker meals, and short taxi rides are cheap; heritage hotels and tourist dining raise costs but stay below many major Southeast Asian cities.
Tipping is not expected. Restaurants may add 6% SST and 10% service charge. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes only for good service.
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Most Kota Bharu to Malacca buses use the Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu to Malacca, Melaka Sentral station pair. Use this guide to compare Kota Bharu and Malacca 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.
Malacca, Melaka Sentral is 3 km from Malacca city centre. Public transport options include:
Malacca, Melaka Sentral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks.
Ticket office support is available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral.
Available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
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