The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kota Bharu to Gelugor
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
7 h 14 m
Average duration
7 h 14 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kota Bharu to Gelugor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kota Bharu to Gelugor will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $11.
Of the 1 buses that leave Kota Bharu for Gelugor every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 230 km distance in an average of 7 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 14 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 14 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Kota Bharu to Gelugor
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kota Bharu to Gelugor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $72.
Distance: 230 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$14 Average Price Cheapest | $117 Average Price |
7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration Fastest 6h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kota Bharu to Gelugor bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Bharu to Gelugor coaches for today, Sunday, 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 2:00 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 7h10 | 9:10 pm Gelugor, USM Pulau Pinang | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 15 December | |||||
![]() | 2:00 am Kota Bharu | 7h14 | 9:14 am Gelugor | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Bharu to Gelugor
Buses from Kota Bharu to Gelugor run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 230 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 230 km |
Average bus duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 08:30 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: Ekspres Mutiara from Kota Bharu to GelugorYou can travel by bus between Kota Bharu to Gelugor with Ekspres Mutiara for as low as $11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kota Bharu to Gelugor coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Bharu to Gelugor 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 Gelugor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kota Bharu and Gelugor
- 07:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi inside Tesco
- Free parking at Tesco parking lot
- Food court and restaurants inside Tesco shopping mall
- Taxis available at the entrance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available inside Tesco
- Bus: City Bus, Express Bus
- 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
- 07:00-19:00
- Free campus Wi-Fi
- Available at USM main campus
- Food court and cafeterias within USM campus
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Ramps and covered walkways
- Available at the terminal
- Bus: 301, 302, 303, 304
- Rapid Penang Bus Services
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