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Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
Malaysia’s leading museum of Islamic decorative arts, with extensive galleries on calligraphy, textiles, ceramics, and architecture models. A polished, visitor-friendly stop near Perdana Botanical باغ
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
4 h 31 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pekan to Kuala Lumpur is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pekan to Kuala Lumpur will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 2 buses that leave Pekan for Kuala Lumpur on Sun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 194 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 31 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 4 h 33 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pekan to Kuala Lumpur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a flight costs an average of $353.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $379 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pekan to Kuala Lumpur:
A bus is $369 (€297) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pekan to Kuala Lumpur costing on average $379 (€305).
Other travel options to Kuala Lumpur take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 32m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Utama Ekspres | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:31AM | Duration 4h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator LA Holidays Travel and Tours Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 06:33AM | Duration 4h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator LA Holidays Travel and Tours Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:33AM | Duration 4h33 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Pekan to Kuala Lumpur buses for tomorrow, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:00 AM Pekan | 4h31 | 5:31 AM Kuala Lumpur | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 AM Pekan | 4h33 | 6:33 AM Kuala Lumpur | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Pekan to Kuala Lumpur run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 31m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
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Malaysia’s leading museum of Islamic decorative arts, with extensive galleries on calligraphy, textiles, ceramics, and architecture models. A polished, visitor-friendly stop near Perdana Botanical باغ
The national museum covering Malaysian history, early kingdoms, colonial periods, independence, and cultural heritage. Good first stop for understanding the country before exploring the city.
A well-curated complex on Malaysia’s economy, Islamic finance, numismatics, and art. Popular for its modern displays and strong educational value.
The city’s busiest lifestyle and entertainment district, packed with malls, lights, and pedestrian activity. A core area for first-time visitors and night walks.
Landscaped urban park at the foot of the Petronas Twin Towers, popular for skyline views, evening fountain scenes, and relaxed walks in the city center.
Historic quarter around Petaling Street known for heritage shophouses, temples, murals, and dense street life. One of the most atmospheric walking areas in the city.
Malaysia’s iconic dish of coconut rice served with sambal, peanuts, anchovies, cucumber, and usually egg or rendang. It is a staple breakfast and late-night favorite in Kuala Lumpur.
Flat rice noodles stir-fried over high heat with soy sauce, egg, bean sprouts, chives, and usually prawns or cockles. It is prized for its smoky wok hei flavor.
Skewered grilled meat served with peanut sauce, rice cakes, cucumber, and onion. Kuala Lumpur is famous for lively satay spots that make this a classic evening meal.
Established upscale venue specializing in refined Malay cuisine, including rendang and traditional appetizers, with an elegant atmosphere suited to dinner.
Well-known restaurant serving polished Malaysian classics such as nasi lemak, satay, and char kway teow in a comfortable mall setting near the Petronas Towers.
Long-running local favorite known for Kuala Lumpur style beef noodles with rich broth, sliced beef, and beef balls in a simple casual setting.
Affordable for most tourists. Street food and transit are cheap, while mid-range hotels and malls remain reasonable.
Service charge is often included at restaurants, so extra tipping is not expected. Round up for taxis or leave small change for excellent service.
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