The cheapest and fastest buses from Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$20
Fastest journey on Sep 18
8 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
8 h 48 m
Buses on Sep 18
9
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tanjong Malim 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 Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 9 buses from Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu, including 9 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 284 km distance in an average of 8 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 48 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 8 h 48 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.
Double Deck(2+1)8:30 AM9h06Tanjong Malim5:36 PMKota Bharu$201One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)8:30 PM9h06Tanjong Malim5:36 AMKota Bharu$201One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:00 PM8h48Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim4:48 AMKota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu$201One-way0 transfers
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)8:30 PM8h48Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim5:18 AMKota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu$201One-way0 transfers
QUEEN EXPRESS8:30 AM8h48Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim5:18 PMKota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu$201One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:00 PM8h48Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim4:48 AMKota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu$201One-way0 transfers
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)8:30 PM8h48Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim5:18 AMKota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu$201One-way0 transfers
QUEEN EXPRESS8:30 AM8h48Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim5:18 PMKota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu$201One-way0 transfers
QUEEN EXPRESS8:50 PM8h48Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim5:38 AMKota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu$201One-way0 transfers
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)8:30 AM8h48Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim5:18 PMKota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a flight costs an average of $78.
Distance: 176 miles (284 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu:
A bus is $57 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu costing on average $78.
Other travel options to Kota Bharu take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 56m.
Tickets start at around $20 compared to roughly $18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.43. The journey takes 8h 56m versus 6h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:18AM | Duration 8h48 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:18PM | Duration 8h48 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:36PM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:18PM | Duration 8h48 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:36PM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:48AM | Duration 8h48 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:36AM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:36AM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:18AM | Duration 8h48 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Queen Express | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 05:56AM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:30 AM Tanjong Malim | 9h06 | 5:36 PM Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUEEN EXPRESS | 8:30 AM Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim | 8h48 | 5:18 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:30 AM Tanjong Malim | 9h06 | 5:36 PM Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 8:30 AM Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim | 8h48 | 5:18 PM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:00 PM Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim | 8h48 | 4:48 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 8:30 PM Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim | 8h48 | 5:18 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:30 PM Tanjong Malim | 9h06 | 5:36 AM Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:50 PM Tanjong Malim | 9h06 | 5:56 AM Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUEEN EXPRESS | 8:50 PM Tanjong Malim, Bus Station Tanjung Malim | 8h48 | 5:38 AM Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu
Buses from Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:30, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 8h 48m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 8h 48m |
First bus 8:30 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: Queen Express, Ekspres Perdana, Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd), Ekspress Mutiara from Tanjong Malim to Kota BharuYou can travel by bus between Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu with Queen Express, Ekspres Perdana, Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd), Ekspress Mutiara for as low as $20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kota Bharu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu
Most Tanjong Malim to Kota Bharu buses use the Tanjong Malim, Stesen Bas Tanjung Malim to Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu station pair. Use this guide to compare Tanjong Malim and Kota Bharu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Tanjong Malim station do buses to Kota Bharu leave from?
Getting to Tanjong Malim, Stesen Bas Tanjung Malim from Tanjong Malim city centre
Tanjong Malim, Stesen Bas Tanjung Malim bus station facilities and services
Tanjong Malim, Stesen Bas Tanjung Malim has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at nearby shops.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tanjong Malim, Stesen Bas Tanjung Malim.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tanjong Malim, Stesen Bas Tanjung Malim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tanjong Malim, Stesen Bas Tanjung Malim: Basic ramps.
Which Kota Bharu station do buses from Tanjong Malim arrive at?
Getting to Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu from Kota Bharu city centre
Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu is 2 km from Kota Bharu city centre. Public transport options include:
Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu bus station facilities and services
Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and local food stalls available inside and around terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines available near entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu: Wheelchair accessible.
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