- Must visit
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
Malaysia’s leading museum of Islamic decorative arts, with superb galleries on calligraphy, textiles, ceramics, and architecture near Perdana Botanical Gardens.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
7 h 48 m
Average duration
8 h 7 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tanah Merah 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 Tanah Merah to Kuala Lumpur will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Tanah Merah for Kuala Lumpur 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 300 km distance in an average of 8 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 48 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 26 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 Tanah Merah to Kuala Lumpur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $19.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $140 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tanah Merah to Kuala Lumpur:
A bus is $128 (€105) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tanah Merah to Kuala Lumpur costing on average $140 (€114).
Other travel options to Kuala Lumpur take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 36m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator MYXPRESS | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 09:56AM | Duration 8h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator My Xpress | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 09:18AM | Duration 7h48 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Naza Express | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 10:09AM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Naza Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 11:48AM | Duration 7h48 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Naza Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 12:26PM | Duration 8h26 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:18PM | Duration 7h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Tanah Merah to Kuala Lumpur buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:30 AM Tanah Merah | 8h26 | 9:56 AM Kuala Lumpur | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tanah Merah to Kuala Lumpur run on average 67 times per day, taking around 7h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 67 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 7h 9m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 67 |
Direct buses 67 |
Fastest bus 7h 9m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Malaysia’s leading museum of Islamic decorative arts, with superb galleries on calligraphy, textiles, ceramics, and architecture near Perdana Botanical Gardens.
The country’s main history museum, covering prehistory, kingdoms, colonial periods, independence, and cultural heritage in a landmark complex.
A polished museum complex with galleries on economics, money, Islamic finance, and art, known for interactive displays and strong family appeal.
The city’s busiest lifestyle district, packed with malls, lights, and constant street activity, making it one of Kuala Lumpur’s classic bases.
A central urban park beside the Petronas Twin Towers with skyline views, fountains, and an easy walking environment in the heart of the city.
A historic district around Petaling Street known for shophouses, temples, heritage lanes, and lively day-to-night atmosphere.
Coconut rice served with sambal, peanuts, anchovies, cucumber, and often egg or fried chicken. It is widely regarded as Malaysia’s national dish and a Kuala Lumpur staple.
Stir-fried flat rice noodles with soy sauce, egg, bean sprouts, chives, and usually prawns or cockles. It is smoky, rich, and one of the most loved hawker dishes.
Thick wheat noodles braised in dark soy sauce with pork, cabbage, and lard, often cooked over high heat. This Kuala Lumpur version is especially famous locally.
Well-known upscale Malay dining with refined traditional recipes, elegant plating, and a stylish atmosphere popular for dinner.
Famous casual eatery especially celebrated for its Nasi Lemak with fried chicken. It is one of the Klang Valley’s best-known local favourites.
A long-established Malaysian restaurant known for Nasi Lemak, curry dishes, and polished casual dining in a central mall setting.
Affordable for most tourists. Street food and transit are cheap, while mid-range hotels and malls remain good value.
Service charge of 10% is often included in restaurants, so extra tipping is optional. Round up taxis and leave small change for hotel staff only if service is helpful.
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