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Muzium Dungun
A district museum in Dungun presenting regional history, traditional life, and heritage relevant to travelers based in Paka.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$11
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$11
Fastest journey on Oct 29
6 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
6 h 34 m
Buses on Oct 29
1
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Malacca to Paka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malacca to Paka will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 1 buses from Malacca to Paka, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 34 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 6 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.


Buses from Malacca to Paka run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 6h 34m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 34m |
First bus 9:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Malacca to Paka.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator SANI (UKT) | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 10:04AM | Duration 6h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspres Musafir | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:34PM | Duration 6h34 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ekspres Musafir | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:34PM | Duration 6h34 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator SANI (UKT) | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:04PM | Duration 6h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Ekspres Musafir | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:34AM | Duration 6h34 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Sani Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Ekspres Musafir | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator SANI (UKT) | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:34AM | Duration 6h34 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Malacca to Paka buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SANI (UKT) | 8:00 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 6h34 | 2:34 AM Paka, Stesen Bas Paka | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:00 PM Malacca | 6h30 | 2:30 AM Paka | 0 transfersDirect | |
Economy(2+2) | 8:00 PM Malacca | 6h30 | 2:30 AM Paka | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRES MUSAFIR | 8:00 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 6h34 | 2:34 AM Paka, Stesen Bas Paka | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Malacca to Paka buses use the Malacca, Melaka Sentral to Paka, Stesen Bas Paka station pair. Use this guide to compare Malacca and Paka bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Malacca, Melaka Sentral is 3 km from Malacca city centre. Public transport options include:
Malacca, Melaka Sentral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks.
Ticket office support is available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral.
Available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
Paka, Stesen Bas Paka has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local eateries nearby the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Paka, Stesen Bas Paka. ATMs are available at Paka, Stesen Bas Paka.
Ticket office support is available at Paka, Stesen Bas Paka.
Available at Paka, Stesen Bas Paka: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paka, Stesen Bas Paka: Entry ramp available for wheelchair access.
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