The cheapest and fastest coaches from Alor Setar to Kota Bharu
Cheapest price
13S$
Average price
13S$
Fastest journey
7 h 44 m
Average duration
7 h 46 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Alor Setar to Kota Bharu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alor Setar to Kota Bharu will cost around 13S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 13S$.
Of the 2 buses that leave Alor Setar for Kota Bharu every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 208 km distance in an average of 7 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 44 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 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.
2:00 AM7h44Alor Setar9:44 AMKota Bharu13 S$1One-way0 changes
2:00 PM7h48Alor Setar9:48 PMKota Bharu14 S$1One-way0 changes
2:00 AM7h44Alor Setar9:44 AMKota Bharu13 S$1One-way0 changes
2:00 PM7h48Alor Setar9:48 PMKota Bharu14 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Alor Setar to Kota Bharu
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alor Setar to Kota Bharu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 13S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 7h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 13S$, and a flight costs an average of 76S$.
Distance: 208 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
14S$ Average Price Cheapest | 141S$ Average Price |
8h 15m Average total duration Fastest 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 8m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Alor Setar to Kota Bharu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alor Setar to Kota Bharu coaches for today, Sunday, 14 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:00 PM Alor Setar | 7h48 | 9:48 PM Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 15 June | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM Alor Setar | 7h44 | 9:44 AM Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alor Setar to Kota Bharu
Buses from Alor Setar to Kota Bharu run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 13S$ if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:30, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 208 km distance in 7h 44m.
Distance 208 km |
Average bus duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price 13S$ |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 44m |
First bus 9:30 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Ekspres Perdana from Alor Setar to Kota BharuYou can travel by bus between Alor Setar to Kota Bharu with Ekspres Perdana for as low as 13S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Alor Setar to Kota Bharu coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alor Setar to Kota Bharu by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kota Bharu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alor Setar and Kota Bharu
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in terminal
- Available at terminal grounds, free for bus passengers
- Food court and several local food stalls available
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair accessible, ramps available
- Public toilets available with small fee
- Bus: Local city buses
- Taxi services
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Food court and local food stalls available inside and around terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses and intercity buses
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