The cheapest and fastest buses from Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
8 h 41 m
Average duration
8 h 41 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim 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 Tanjong Malim will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 2 buses that leave Kota Bharu for Tanjong Malim on Wed, May 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct buses cover the 284 km distance in an average of 8 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 41 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest buses will take 8 h 41 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.
1:30 AM8h41Kota Bharu10:11 AMTanjong Malim$201One-way0 transfers
1:00 PM8h41Kota Bharu9:41 PMTanjong Malim$211One-way0 transfers
1:30 AM8h41Kota Bharu10:11 AMTanjong Malim$201One-way0 transfers
1:00 PM8h41Kota Bharu9:41 PMTanjong Malim$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $19.
Distance: 176 miles (284 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $156 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim:
A bus is $134 (€107) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim costing on average $156 (€124).
Other travel options to Tanjong Malim take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 42m.
You'll arrive about -3h -9m sooner (8h 42m by bus vs 6h 33m by car) and save roughly $-3.20 (€-2.56) compared to fuel and tolls ($21 (€17) vs $18 (€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 Tanjong Malim Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:11PM | Duration 8h41 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:26PM | Duration 8h41 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:41AM | Duration 8h41 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:41AM | Duration 8h41 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:27AM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:11AM | Duration 8h41 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:26AM | Duration 8h41 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Live departures
Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 AM Kota Bharu | 8h41 | 10:11 AM Tanjong Malim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Kota Bharu | 8h41 | 9:41 PM Tanjong Malim | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim
Buses from Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by flight.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 8h 27m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 8h 27m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Ekspres Perdana from Kota Bharu to Tanjong MalimYou can travel by bus between Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim with Ekspres Perdana for as low as $19 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim 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 Tanjong Malim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kota Bharu to Tanjong Malim
- 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 parking available for passengers
- Local food stalls nearby
- Available at station entrance
- Basic ramps
- Available at the station
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- Train: KTM Komuter, ETS
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