The cheapest and fastest buses from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
7 h 19 m
Average duration
7 h 34 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Kuala Perlis for Tanah Merah on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 233 km distance in an average of 7 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 19 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 7 h 48 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.
12:00 AM7h19Kuala Perlis7:19 AMTanah Merah$181One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM7h48Kuala Perlis7:48 PMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
12:00 AM7h19Kuala Perlis7:19 AMTanah Merah$181One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM7h48Kuala Perlis7:48 PMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 144 miles (233 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $180 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 55m Average total duration Fastest 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 25m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah:
A bus is $160 (€131) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah costing on average $180 (€147).
Other travel options to Tanah Merah take longer:
Flight takes on average 10h 25m.
You'll arrive about -2h -46m sooner (7h 25m by bus vs 5h 39m by car) and save roughly $-3.35 (€-2.74) compared to fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $17 (€14)). 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.
Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 07:19AM | Duration 7h19 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:19PM | Duration 7h19 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:48PM | Duration 7h48 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Live departures
Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 PM Kuala Perlis | 7h48 | 7:48 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 AM Kuala Perlis | 7h19 | 7:19 AM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah
Buses from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 144 miles (233 km) distance in 7h 19m.
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 19m |
First bus 10:30 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Ekspres Perdana from Kuala Perlis to Tanah MerahYou can travel by bus between Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah with Ekspres Perdana for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Ekspres Perdana
FAQs: Bus from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah 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 Tanah Merah, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah
Most Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah buses use the Kuala Perlis to Tanah Merah station pair. Use this guide to compare Kuala Perlis and Tanah Merah bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Kuala Perlis station do buses to Tanah Merah leave from?
Getting to Kuala Perlis from Kuala Perlis city centre
Kuala Perlis bus station facilities and services
Kuala Perlis 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 inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines available inside terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kuala Perlis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kuala Perlis: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kuala Perlis: Wheelchair accessible.
Which Tanah Merah station do buses from Kuala Perlis arrive at?
Getting to Tanah Merah from Tanah Merah city centre
Tanah Merah is 2 km from Tanah Merah city centre. Public transport options include:
Tanah Merah bus station facilities and services
Tanah Merah has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from local banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tanah Merah.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tanah Merah: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tanah Merah: Wheelchair ramps.
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