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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Malacca to Kota Bharu
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
10 h 24 m
Average duration
10 h 24 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
439 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Malacca 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 Malacca to Kota Bharu will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $14.
Of the 14 buses that leave Malacca for Kota Bharu every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 439 km distance in an average of 10 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 24 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 24 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Malacca to Kota Bharu
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Malacca to Kota Bharu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $20.
Distance: 439 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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$14 Average Price Cheapest | $56 Average Price |
11h 4m Average total duration 10h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Malacca to Kota Bharu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Malacca to Kota Bharu 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Double Deck(2+1) | 12:00 pm Malacca | 11h03 | 11:03 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:00 pm Malacca | 10h24 | 10:24 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:00 pm Malacca | 10h24 | 10:24 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
 EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 12:00 pm Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 10h34 | 10:34 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:00 pm Malacca | 10h24 | 10:24 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| MARALINER | 12:00 pm Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 10h34 | 10:34 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| MAYANG SARI | 12:00 pm Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 10h34 | 10:34 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Executive(2+1) | 12:00 pm Malacca | 11h03 | 11:03 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
 SANI EXPRESS | 12:00 pm Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 10h34 | 10:34 pm Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Executive(2+1) | 12:00 pm Malacca | 10h24 | 10:24 pm Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
 PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 1:30 pm Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 10h34 | 12:04 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Double Deck(2+1) | 1:30 pm Malacca | 11h03 | 12:33 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 15 December | |||||
| Double Deck(2+1) | 12:30 am Malacca | 11h03 | 11:33 am Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 12:30 am Malacca, Central Bus Terminal | 10h34 | 11:04 am Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Malacca to Kota Bharu
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Buses from Malacca to Kota Bharu run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 439 km distance in 10h 24m.
Distance 439 km |
Average bus duration 10h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 24m |
First bus 08:30 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: Maraliner, Ekspress Mutiara from Malacca to Kota BharuYou can travel by bus between Malacca to Kota Bharu with Maraliner, Ekspress Mutiara for as low as $13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Malacca to Kota Bharu coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malacca 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Malacca, Central Bus Terminal, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu, located away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Malacca and Kota Bharu
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both cars and motorcycles
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
- Public toilets available with small fee
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- Taxi: Available at terminal
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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