The cheapest and fastest buses from Kota Bharu to Mersing
Cheapest price on Sep 13
$24
Average ticket price on Sep 13
$28
Fastest journey on Sep 13
9 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 13
9 h 41 m
Buses on Sep 13
16
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Bharu to Mersing 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 Mersing will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
On Sun, Sep 13, we found 16 buses from Kota Bharu to Mersing, including 16 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 13 the direct buses cover the 448 km distance in an average of 9 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 26 m .
On Sun, Sep 13 the slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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)8:15 PM9h50Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu6:05 AMMersing, Bus Terminal$241One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:00 PM9h50Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu5:50 AMMersing, Bus Terminal$241One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:30 AM9h50Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu6:20 PMMersing, Bus Terminal$241One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)8:15 PM9h45Kota Bharu6:00 AMMersing$241One-way0 transfers
MAYANG SARI8:30 PM9h50Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu6:20 AMMersing, Bus Terminal$261One-way0 transfers
QUEEN EXPRESS8:00 PM9h26Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu5:26 AMMersing, Jetty (Gateway to Tioman)$301One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)8:20 PM9h45Kota Bharu6:05 AMMersing$291One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)8:00 PM9h45Kota Bharu5:45 AMMersing$291One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)8:00 PM9h45Kota Bharu5:45 AMMersing$311One-way0 transfers
Executive(2+1)8:30 PM9h45Kota Bharu6:15 AMMersing$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Kota Bharu to Mersing
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kota Bharu to Mersing among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 278 miles (448 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $176 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kota Bharu to Mersing:
A bus is $156 (€126) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kota Bharu to Mersing costing on average $176 (€142).
Other travel options to Mersing take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 47m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€16) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12 (€10). The journey takes 9h 47m versus 7h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Queen Express, Mayang Sari Express, Ekspres Perdana.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Kota Bharu to Mersing Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:26AM | Duration 9h26 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator SANI EXPRESS | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Adik Beradik | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Sani Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Sani Express | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Adik Beradik | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Live departures
Kota Bharu to Mersing bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Mersing buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:30 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 9h50 | 6:20 PM Mersing, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANI EXPRESS | 8:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 9h50 | 5:50 AM Mersing, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUEEN EXPRESS | 8:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 9h26 | 5:26 AM Mersing, Jetty (Gateway to Tioman) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:00 PM Kota Bharu | 9h45 | 5:45 AM Mersing | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:00 PM Kota Bharu | 9h45 | 5:45 AM Mersing | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 9h50 | 5:50 AM Mersing, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:00 PM Kota Bharu | 9h45 | 5:45 AM Mersing | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADIK BERADIK | 8:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 9h50 | 5:50 AM Mersing, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 8:15 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 9h50 | 6:05 AM Mersing, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:15 PM Kota Bharu | 9h45 | 6:00 AM Mersing | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:20 PM Kota Bharu | 9h45 | 6:05 AM Mersing | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:20 PM Kota Bharu | 9h45 | 6:05 AM Mersing | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 8:30 PM Kota Bharu | 9h45 | 6:15 AM Mersing | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 8:30 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 9h50 | 6:20 AM Mersing, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ADIK BERADIK | 9:00 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 9h50 | 6:50 AM Mersing, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 9:00 PM Kota Bharu | 9h45 | 6:45 AM Mersing | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Bharu to Mersing
Buses from Kota Bharu to Mersing run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 10:45 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: Sani Express, Ekspres Perdana, SANI EXPRESS, Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd), Mayang Sari Express, Mayang Sari, Ekspress Mutiara, Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B, Adik Beradik from Kota Bharu to MersingYou can travel by bus between Kota Bharu to Mersing with Sani Express, Ekspres Perdana, SANI EXPRESS, Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd), Mayang Sari Express, Mayang Sari, Ekspress Mutiara, Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B, Adik Beradik for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
Ekspress Mutiara
Ekspres Perdana
SANI EXPRESS
Mayang Sari
Adik Beradik
Mayang Sari Express
Sani Express
Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B
FAQs: Bus from Kota Bharu to Mersing
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Bharu to Mersing 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 Mersing, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
- Wheelchair access available
- assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
- Mayang Sari Express
- No refunds are provided under any circumstances.
- Ekspres Perdana
- Cancellations may be subject to fees
- refer to the ticket terms and conditions.
- Queen Express
- One hand luggage and one carry-on luggage allowed
- additional luggage may incur extra charges.
- Mayang Sari Express
- Each passenger is allowed 1 checked bag with a maximum weight of 20 kg and 1 personal bag free of charge.
- Ekspres Perdana
- Standard luggage allowance is included in the ticket price.
- Queen Express
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Mayang Sari Express
- Extra baggage is subject to additional fees based on weight and size.
- Ekspres Perdana
- Additional luggage may be subject to extra charges.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kota Bharu to Mersing
Most Kota Bharu to Mersing buses use the Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu to Mersing, Terminal Bus station pair, with some services arriving at Mersing, Jetty (Gateway to Tioman). Use this guide to compare Kota Bharu and Mersing bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Kota Bharu station do buses to Mersing leave from?
Getting to Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu from Kota Bharu city centre
Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu is 2 km from Kota Bharu city centre. Public transport options include:
Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu bus station facilities and services
Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and local food stalls available inside and around terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines available near entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu: Wheelchair accessible.
Which Mersing station do buses from Kota Bharu arrive at?
Getting to Mersing, Terminal Bus from Mersing city centre
Mersing, Terminal Bus bus station facilities and services
Mersing, Terminal Bus has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from major Malaysian banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mersing, Terminal Bus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mersing, Terminal Bus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mersing, Terminal Bus: Basic wheelchair access.
Getting to Mersing, Jetty (Gateway to Tioman) from Mersing city centre
Mersing, Jetty (Gateway to Tioman) bus station facilities and services
Mersing, Jetty (Gateway to Tioman) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several local eateries around the terminal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mersing, Jetty (Gateway to Tioman). ATMs are one ATM at the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mersing, Jetty (Gateway to Tioman).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mersing, Jetty (Gateway to Tioman): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mersing, Jetty (Gateway to Tioman): Ramps available for wheelchairs.
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