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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu
Showing times and prices for 15 Dec
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
11 h 42 m
Average duration
11 h 50 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
546 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Johor Bahru 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 Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $16.
Fast coaches
Of the 5 buses that leave Johor Bahru for Kota Bharu every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 546 km distance in an average of 11 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 42 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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.
08:30PM11h42
Johor Bahru08:12AMKota Bharu
$161One-way
0 changes
12:30PM11h50
Johor Bahru12:20AMKota Bharu
$161One-way
0 changes
12:00PM11h50
Johor Bahru11:50PMKota Bharu
$161One-way
0 changes
01:05PM11h55
Johor Bahru01:00AMKota Bharu
$181One-way
0 changes
01:45AM11h55
Johor Bahru01:40PMKota Bharu
$211One-way
0 changes
08:30PM11h42
Johor Bahru08:12AMKota Bharu
$161One-way
0 changes
12:30PM11h50
Johor Bahru12:20AMKota Bharu
$161One-way
0 changes
12:00PM11h50
Johor Bahru11:50PMKota Bharu
$161One-way
0 changes
01:05PM11h55
Johor Bahru01:00AMKota Bharu
$181One-way
0 changes
01:45AM11h55
Johor Bahru01:40PMKota Bharu
$211One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $35.
Distance: 546 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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$18 Average Price Cheapest | $111 Average Price |
12h 32m Average total duration 12h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu coaches for today, Sunday, 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 9:06 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Double Deck(2+1) | 10:30 am Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 10:12 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 10:30 am Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 10:20 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 11:30 am Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang | 12h01 | 11:31 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 11:30 am Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang | 12h01 | 11:31 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 11:45 am Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang | 12h01 | 11:46 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 11:45 am Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang | 12h01 | 11:46 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
 SANI EXPRESS | 11:45 am Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang | 12h01 | 11:46 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| ADIK BERADIK | 12:00 pm Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang | 12h01 | 12:01 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| MAYANG SARI | 12:00 pm Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 11:50 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Executive(2+1) | 12:00 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 11:42 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
 KKKL SDN BHD | 12:00 pm Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 11:50 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
 Executive(2+1) | 12:00 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 11:42 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 12:15 pm Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 12:05 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:15 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 11:57 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| MAYANG SARI | 12:20 pm Johor Bahru, Terminal Taman Universiti | 11h42 | 12:02 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
 Double Deck(2+1) | 12:30 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:12 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:30 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:12 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| SANI EXPRESS | 12:30 pm Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 12:20 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:30 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:12 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Executive(2+1) | 12:30 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:12 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
 Double Deck(2+1) | 12:30 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:12 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 12:30 pm Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 12:20 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 12:30 pm Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 12:20 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| MAYANG SARI | 12:30 pm Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 12:20 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:30 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:12 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:45 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:27 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:45 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:27 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 12:45 pm Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 12:35 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 12:50 pm Johor Bahru, Ulu Tiram | 11h55 | 12:45 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:50 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:32 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| ADIK BERADIK | 1:00 pm Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 12:50 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
 Executive(2+1) | 1:00 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:42 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 1:05 pm Johor Bahru, Ulu Tiram | 11h55 | 1:00 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 1:05 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:47 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 1:05 pm Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 12:47 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1:45 am Johor Bahru | 11h55 | 1:40 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu
MalaysiaMalaysia
Buses from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu run on average 18 times per day, taking around 12h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 546 km distance in 8h 53m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 546 km |
Average bus duration 12h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 8h 53m |
First bus 08:30 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Ekspress Mutiara, Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B, Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd), Causeway Link, KKKL Express from Johor Bahru to Kota BharuYou can travel by bus between Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu with Ekspress Mutiara, Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B, Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd), Causeway Link, KKKL Express for as low as $14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
About
Established in 2009 in Malaysia, operates double-decker buses with seating arrangements of either 26 or 43 seats. The main office is located at Lot 50, Mukim Teluk Mesira, 16150 Bachok, Kelantan, with services from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan in Kuala Lumpur. The company offers wheelchair access and can arrange assistance for boarding and alighting upon request. Luggage is included with a size limit of 30 kg per passenger (1 piece plus 1 hand carry), while excess and bulky luggage are allowed for an additional fee. Free onboard WiFi and USB plugs are available. Seat reservations and onboard bathrooms ensure a comfortable journey; however, pets and food options are not permitted on board. Bikes are also not allowed.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 50m
Cheapest Price
$18
Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Luggage size: 30 kg per passenger; Type: 1 piece of luggage and 1 hand carry.
Additional luggage
Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
Accessibility
Wheelchair access available; assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
Ekspress Mutiara
About
Established in 1992 in Malaysia, operates double-deck 48-seater buses with comfortable seating and good legroom. The main station is Depo Bas Perdana, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu. Facilities include Wi-Fi service, charging ports, luggage included in fare, excess and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee. Night buses are available, seat reservations can be made, and onboard bathrooms ensure a comfortable journey. Pets are not allowed; bikes are welcome. Food options are provided onboard.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 53m
Cheapest Price
$14
Ekspress Mutiara frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
Additional luggage
Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B
About
Established in 1988 in Malaysia, this company operates from Hentian Bas MPKT with a fleet of single-deck express buses, chartered buses, and tourist buses. Night bus service is not available. Additional luggage is not allowed. Pets and bikes are not permitted.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 21m
Cheapest Price
$27
Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Luggage policy details not provided.
Causeway Link
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
18h 35m
Cheapest Price
$17
Causeway Link frequency
1 a day
KKKL Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 50m
Cheapest Price
$20
KKKL Express frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johor Bahru 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu can start from as little as $19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu is $21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu is on average 11 h 42 min for the 546 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Kota Bharu from Johor Bahru by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu leaves at 8: 30am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu leaves at 9: 00pm.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu with Ekspress Mutiara, Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B, Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) or KKKL Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Ekspress Mutiara, Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B, Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd), Causeway Link or KKKL Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu by coach is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Kota Bharu from Johor Bahru including taking a coach or flight.
No, the coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu.
No, luggage for the coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu
Johor Bahru
Kota Bharu
The major coach station for departures in Johor Bahru is Johor Bahru, Terminal Taman Universiti. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Johor Bahru, Terminal Taman Universiti for your trip from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu.
Amenities at bus station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 07:00-22:00
Distance to city center
16 km
Car connection
Via Jalan Taman UniversitiParking
- Available at terminal parking area
Dining
- Local food stalls and small eateries available
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stand
Accessibility
- Basic wheelchair access
WC
- Public toilets available
Public transport options for Johor Bahru, Terminal Taman Universiti
- Bus: P-211, P-212, P-403, P-405
Amenities at bus station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
15 kmCar connection
Jalan BandarParking
- Free parking available at terminal grounds
Dining
- Local food stalls and small restaurants available within terminal
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal
Accessibility
- Basic wheelchair access
WC
- Available with small fee
Public transport options for Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang
- Bus: P201, P202, P203, P204
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Via Jalan Garuda or Jalan LarkinWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
Parking
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
Dining
- Food court and various local food stalls available
Taxis
- Taxi stand available at terminal entrance
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible facilities
WC
- Public toilets available
Public transport options for Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)
- Bus: Local city buses, intercity buses
- Taxi: Available at terminal
The major coach station for arrivals in Kota Bharu is Kota Bharu, Hentian Tesco Kota Bharu. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kota Bharu, Hentian Tesco Kota Bharu for your trip to Kota Bharu from Johor Bahru.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 07:00-22:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Jalan Sultan Yahya PetraWifi
- Free Wi-Fi inside Tesco
Parking
- Free parking at Tesco parking lot
Dining
- Food court and restaurants inside Tesco shopping mall
Taxis
- Taxis available at the entrance
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
WC
- Available inside Tesco
Public transport options for Kota Bharu, Hentian Tesco Kota Bharu
- Bus: City Bus, Express Bus
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Jalan Sultan IbrahimWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available
Parking
- Available in front of terminal
Dining
- Food court and local food stalls available inside and around terminal
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
WC
- Public toilets available
Public transport options for Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu
- Bus: Local city buses and intercity buses
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