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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 Sungai Petani 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 Sungai Petani to Kota Bharu will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 2 buses from Sungai Petani to Kota Bharu, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 201 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 58 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 58 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 Sungai Petani to Kota Bharu run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 124 miles (201 km) distance in 6h 58m.
Distance 124 miles (201 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 58m |
First bus 9:30 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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 Sungai Petani to Kota Bharu.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 09:58AM | Duration 6h58 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 10:24AM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Pancaran Matahari | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:58PM | Duration 6h58 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:58PM | Duration 6h58 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:13PM | Duration 6h58 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Pancaran Matahari | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:58PM | Duration 6h58 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:28PM | Duration 6h58 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:58AM | Duration 6h58 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Pancaran Matahari | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:58AM | Duration 6h58 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
The table below shows live departures for Sungai Petani to Kota Bharu buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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PANCARAN MATAHARI | 11:00 AM Sungai Petani | 6h58 | 5:58 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
PANCARAN MATAHARI | 11:00 PM Sungai Petani | 6h58 | 5:58 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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Most Sungai Petani to Kota Bharu buses use the Sungai Petani to Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu station pair. Use this guide to compare Sungai Petani and Kota Bharu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sungai Petani has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants available
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Malaysian banks.
Ticket office support is available at Sungai Petani.
Available at Sungai Petani: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sungai Petani: Basic ramps available.
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.
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