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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Butterworth to Kota Bharu
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
7 h 4 m
Average duration
7 h 4 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Butterworth 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 Butterworth to Kota Bharu will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 8 buses that leave Butterworth for Kota Bharu on Thu, Nov 13, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 7 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 4 m .
On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 7 h 4 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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EKSPRESS MUTIARA
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)
QUEEN EXPRESSPERMATA UTARA SDN BHDPERMATA UTARA SDN BHDEKSPRESS MUTIARAPERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)QUEEN EXPRESS
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Butterworth to Kota Bharu
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Butterworth to Kota Bharu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €36.
Distance: 223 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Butterworth to Kota Bharu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Butterworth to Kota Bharu buses for today, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QUEEN EXPRESS | 1:30 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 7h04 | 8:34 PM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 1:45 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 7h04 | 8:49 PM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 2:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 7h04 | 9:04 PM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 2:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 7h04 | 9:04 PM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 13 | |||||
| QUEEN EXPRESS | 1:30 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 7h04 | 8:34 AM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 1:45 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 7h04 | 8:49 AM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 2:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 7h04 | 9:04 AM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 2:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 7h04 | 9:04 AM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Butterworth to Kota Bharu
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Buses from Butterworth to Kota Bharu run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 22:04. The fastest bus covers the 223 km distance in 7h 4m.
Distance 223 km |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 4m |
First bus 09:00 |
Last bus 22:04 |
Bus providers: Ekspres Mutiara from Butterworth to Kota BharuYou can travel by bus between Butterworth to Kota Bharu with Ekspres Mutiara for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Butterworth to Kota Bharu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Butterworth 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Butterworth, Penang Sentral, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu, located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Butterworth to Kota Bharu
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- 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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