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Muzium Negeri Kelantan
Leading cultural museum on Kelantan traditions, crafts, and performing arts. A practical first stop for understanding the region's identity.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lumut to Kota Bharu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lumut to Kota Bharu will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 buses from Lumut to Kota Bharu, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 276 km distance in an average of 8 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 34 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 8 h 34 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.
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Buses from Lumut to Kota Bharu run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 8h 27m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lumut to Kota Bharu.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 08:49AM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 08:42AM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:49PM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:49PM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:49PM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:34PM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 08:49PM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 04:49AM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 04:49AM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 04:49AM | Duration 8h34 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
The table below shows live departures for Lumut to Kota Bharu buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 8:15 PM Bus Terminal Lumut | 8h34 | 4:49 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUEEN EXPRESS | 8:15 PM Bus Terminal Lumut | 8h34 | 4:49 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:15 PM Bus Terminal Lumut | 8h34 | 4:49 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:15 AM Bus Terminal Lumut | 8h34 | 4:49 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 8:15 AM Bus Terminal Lumut | 8h34 | 4:49 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lumut to Kota Bharu with Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd), Queen Express, and Ekspress Mutiara. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Leading cultural museum on Kelantan traditions, crafts, and performing arts. A practical first stop for understanding the region's identity.
Museum dedicated to Kelantanese customs and ceremonial life, set in a historic palace with attractive woodwork and period displays.
Former royal palace displaying regalia, portraits, and palace interiors. Useful for visitors interested in local monarchy and architecture.
Lively central market known for local produce, textiles, and traditional goods. Best for experiencing daily city life and Kelantan's visual culture.
Main riverside square with historic cannons and open views. Popular for walking, photos, and understanding the old city layout.
Pedestrian-friendly cultural street lined with museums, old buildings, and craft-oriented stops. Ideal for a short self-guided heritage walk.
Rice noodles in a rich coconut and fish gravy, topped with herbs and sambal. A Kelantan breakfast staple with a creamy, aromatic local style.
Blue-tinted rice colored with butterfly pea flower, served with fried fish or chicken, crackers, pickles, and sambal. A signature Kelantan festive meal.
Steamed rice with a sweet spiced beef or chicken floss-like topping called serunding. Popular in Kelantan for breakfast and festive occasions.
Busy local breakfast spot known for nasi ulam, nasi kerabu, and other Kelantan classics in a casual morning market setting.
Well-known traditional eatery serving nasi kerabu, grilled fish, and kampung dishes in a simple, local atmosphere.
Popular casual restaurant for nasi kerabu and rice sets with fried chicken, beef, and sambal. Comfortable and convenient for first-time visitors.
Budget-friendly versus many Malaysian cities: low-cost stays, cheap local meals, and inexpensive taxis keep daily costs down for most visitors.
Tipping is not expected. Service charge may be added in restaurants. Round up small cafe bills, and round up taxi fares for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lumut to Kota Bharu 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 Kota Bharu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lumut to Kota Bharu buses use the Terminal Lumut to Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu station pair. Use this guide to compare Lumut and Kota Bharu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Terminal Lumut is 2 km from Lumut city centre. Public transport options include:
Terminal Lumut has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from major banks.
Ticket office support is available at Terminal Lumut.
Available at Terminal Lumut: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Terminal Lumut: Wheelchair accessible.
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.
Check bus stations information for Lumut and Kota Bharu, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.