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Muzium Arkeologi Lembah Bujang
State museum in nearby Sungai Petani with Kedah history, archaeology, and cultural displays suitable for a half-day visit from Kulim.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$14
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$15
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 31 m
Buses on Sep 20
17
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tanah Merah to Kulim 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 Kulim will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 17 buses from Tanah Merah to Kulim, including 17 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 31 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.
Executive(2+1)
QUEEN EXPRESS
QUEEN EXPRESS
NAZA EXPRESS
QUEEN EXPRESS
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)
QUEEN EXPRESS
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)
QUEEN EXPRESS
NAZA EXPRESSOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tanah Merah to Kulim among Omio's users.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$14 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
4h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 08:16AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Naza Express | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 08:51AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 08:46AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 11:46AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 04:36PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 04:16PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:51PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:31PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Naza Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:31PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Naza Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:51PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:31PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:51PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:06PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:21PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:16PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:01PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:01AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:21AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 04:16AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 04:16AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:01AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
The table below shows live departures for Tanah Merah to Kulim buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Double Deck(2+1) | 10:30 PM Tanah Merah | 5h51 | 4:21 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 10:30 PM Tanah Merah | 5h31 | 4:01 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUEEN EXPRESS | 10:45 PM Tanah Merah | 5h31 | 4:16 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 10:45 PM Tanah Merah | 5h31 | 4:16 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 10:45 PM Tanah Merah | 5h51 | 4:36 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 11:30 PM Tanah Merah | 5h51 | 5:21 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUEEN EXPRESS | 11:30 PM Tanah Merah | 5h31 | 5:01 AM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
Double Deck(2+1) | 10:45 AM Tanah Merah | 5h51 | 4:36 PM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUEEN EXPRESS | 10:45 AM Tanah Merah | 5h31 | 4:16 PM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 10:45 AM Tanah Merah | 5h31 | 4:16 PM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 11:00 AM Tanah Merah | 5h51 | 4:51 PM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 11:00 AM Tanah Merah | 5h31 | 4:31 PM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
NAZA EXPRESS | 1:00 PM Tanah Merah | 5h31 | 6:31 PM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 1:00 PM Tanah Merah | 5h51 | 6:51 PM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 2:00 PM Tanah Merah | 5h31 | 7:31 PM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 2:00 PM Tanah Merah | 5h51 | 7:51 PM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 2:15 PM Tanah Merah | 5h51 | 8:06 PM Kulim | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The earliest bus runs at 10:00, the last at 23:30.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
First bus 10:00 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Most Tanah Merah to Kulim buses use the Tanah Merah to Kulim station pair. Use this guide to compare Tanah Merah and Kulim bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Tanah Merah is 2 km from Tanah Merah city centre. Public transport options include:
Tanah Merah has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
ATMs are several ATMs from local banks.
Ticket office support is available at Tanah Merah.
Available at Tanah Merah: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tanah Merah: Wheelchair ramps.
Kulim 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 nearby
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines available inside.
Ticket office support is available at Kulim.
Available at Kulim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kulim: Basic wheelchair access.
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