Butterworth to Kota Bharu bus with Ekspres Mutiara

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Butterworth to Kota Bharu

Showing times and prices for Nov 13

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast buses

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.

Permata Utara Sdn BhdPERMATA UTARA SDN BHD
10:00AM7h04
Butterworth, Penang Sentral
05:04PMKota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu
101One-way
0 transfers
Permata Utara Sdn BhdPERMATA UTARA SDN BHD
10:00PM7h04
Butterworth, Penang Sentral
05:04AMKota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu
101One-way
0 transfers
Ekspress MutiaraEKSPRESS MUTIARA
09:45PM7h04
Butterworth, Penang Sentral
04:49AMKota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu
111One-way
0 transfers
Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)
10:00AM7h04
Butterworth, Penang Sentral
05:04PMKota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu
111One-way
0 transfers
Queen ExpressQUEEN EXPRESS
09:30PM7h04
Butterworth, Penang Sentral
04:34AMKota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu
111One-way
0 transfers

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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€9

Average price

Cheapest

€88

Average price

7h 34m

Average total duration

7h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 41m

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3h 0m

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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.

Last updated at 12:28 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ESB_876_QUEEN_EXPRESSQUEEN EXPRESS1:30 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
7h04
8:34 PM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu0 transfersDirect
ESB_949_EKSPRESS_MUTIARAEKSPRESS MUTIARA1:45 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
7h04
8:49 PM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu0 transfersDirect
ESB_773_PERDANA_EXPRESSPERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)2:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
7h04
9:04 PM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu0 transfersDirect
ESB_1110_PERMATA_UTARAPERMATA UTARA SDN BHD2:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
7h04
9:04 PM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 13
ESB_876_QUEEN_EXPRESSQUEEN EXPRESS1:30 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
7h04
8:34 AM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu0 transfersDirect
ESB_949_EKSPRESS_MUTIARAEKSPRESS MUTIARA1:45 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
7h04
8:49 AM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu0 transfersDirect
ESB_773_PERDANA_EXPRESSPERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)2:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
7h04
9:04 AM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu0 transfersDirect
ESB_1110_PERMATA_UTARAPERMATA UTARA SDN BHD2:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
7h04
9:04 AM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu0 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.

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
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
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: 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

Ekspres Mutiara

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 4m
Cheapest Price
€7
Ekspres Mutiara frequency
1 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Butterworth to Kota Bharu can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Butterworth to Kota Bharu is €9; 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 Butterworth to Kota Bharu is on average 7 h 4 min   for the 223 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Butterworth and Kota Bharu by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu leaves at 09: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu leaves at 22: 04.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Butterworth to Kota Bharu with Ekspres Mutiara. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu, you can count on Ekspres Mutiara for the best way to get you to Kota Bharu. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Butterworth and Kota Bharu and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

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.

The cheapest month for a coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Butterworth and Kota Bharu including taking a coach or flight.
No, the coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu.
    No, luggage for the coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Butterworth to Kota Bharu.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Butterworth to Kota Bharu

    Butterworth
    Kota Bharu
    Kota Bharu, Hentian Tesco Kota BharuWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 07:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi inside Tesco
    Parking
    Parking
    • Free parking at Tesco parking lot
    Dining
    Dining
    • Food court and restaurants inside Tesco shopping mall
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Taxis available at the entrance
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible
    WC
    WC
    • Available inside Tesco
    Public transit options for Kota Bharu, Hentian Tesco Kota Bharu
    • Bus: City Bus, Express Bus
    Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota BharuWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Jalan Sultan Ibrahim
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi available
    Parking
    Parking
    • Available in front of terminal
    Dining
    Dining
    • Food court and local food stalls available inside and around terminal
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible
    WC
    WC
    • Public toilets available
    Public transit options for Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu
    • Bus: Local city buses and intercity buses

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