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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani 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 Sungai Petani will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 3 buses that leave Kota Bharu for Sungai Petani on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 201 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 6 h 53 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 AM6h53Kota Bharu8:53 AMSungai Petani€111One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM6h30Kota Bharu8:30 PMSungai Petani€121One-way0 transfers
1:30 AM6h53Kota Bharu8:23 AMSungai Petani€121One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 PM6h30Kota Bharu8:30 PMSungai Petani€121One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 AM6h53Kota Bharu8:53 AMSungai Petani€111One-way0 transfers
- 1:30 AM6h53Kota Bharu8:23 AMSungai Petani€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani 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 6h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 124 miles (201 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €130 Average price | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 23m Average total duration Fastest 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 21m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani:
A bus is €118 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani costing on average €130.
Other travel options to Sungai Petani take longer:
Flight takes on average 11h 21m.
You'll arrive about -2h -58m sooner (6h 53m by bus vs 4h 55m by car) and save roughly €-0.70 compared to fuel and tolls (€13 vs €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 SANI EXPRESS, 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 Sungai Petani Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Pancaran Matahari | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 08:23AM | Duration 6h53 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:53AM | Duration 6h53 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Pancaran Matahari | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:23PM | Duration 6h53 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:53PM | Duration 6h53 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €11 |
Live departures
Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani buses for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30 AM Kota Bharu | 6h53 | 8:23 AM Sungai Petani | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:00 AM Kota Bharu | 6h53 | 8:53 AM Sungai Petani | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:00 PM Kota Bharu | 6h30 | 8:30 PM Sungai Petani | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs SANI EXPRESS?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SANI EXPRESS, but also compare tickets for the likes of Ekspres Perdana to find the best option for your trip from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani.
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Why book with Omio over Busbud, Checkmybus or Rome2rio?
- Official reseller: SANI EXPRESS tickets can only be bought on Omio or SANI EXPRESS's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for SANI EXPRESS tickets. Busbud, Checkmybus or Rome2rio do not sell SANI EXPRESS tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani
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Buses from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 124 miles (201 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 124 miles (201 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 11:00 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: SANI EXPRESS, Ekspres Perdana from Kota Bharu to Sungai PetaniYou can travel by bus between Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani with SANI EXPRESS, Ekspres Perdana for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
SANI EXPRESS
Ekspres Perdana
FAQs: Bus from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani 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 Sungai Petani, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- SANI EXPRESS
- SANI EXPRESS does not offer the option to cancel bus tickets.
- SANI EXPRESS
- Luggage is included in the fare, but specific size and type are not provided.
- SANI EXPRESS
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage are allowed for an additional fee.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani
Most Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani buses use the Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu to Sungai Petani station pair. Use this guide to compare Kota Bharu and Sungai Petani 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 Sungai Petani 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 Sungai Petani station do buses from Kota Bharu arrive at?
Getting to Sungai Petani from Sungai Petani city centre
Sungai Petani bus station facilities and services
Sungai Petani has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Malaysian banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sungai Petani.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sungai Petani: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sungai Petani: Basic ramps available.
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