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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
11 h 42 m
Average duration
11 h 42 m
Buses per day
31
Distance
546 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Johor Bahru 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 Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 31 buses that leave Johor Bahru for Kota Bharu on Sun, Dec 21, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 546 km distance in an average of 11 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 42 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 11 h 42 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 bus 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 bus with prices starting from €11. 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 bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €28.
Distance: 546 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €82 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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Live departures
Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM Johor Bahru | 11h50 | 11:50 PM Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 PM Johor Bahru | 11h50 | 12:20 AM Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 PM Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 8:12 AM Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
 EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 1:15 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 11h50 | 1:05 PM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 1:45 AM Johor Bahru, Ulu Tiram | 11h55 | 1:40 PM Kota Bharu, Terminal Bas Kota Bharu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu
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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 €11 if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 546 km distance in 8h 53m.
Distance 546 km |
Average bus duration 12h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 8h 53m |
First bus 08:30 |
Last bus 21:00 |
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 €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
Ekspress Mutiara
Agensi Pelancungan D & Adik Beradik S/B
Causeway Link
KKKL Express
FAQs: Bus from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johor Bahru 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.
When departing from Johor Bahru, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) and Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Taman Universiti. When arriving in Kota Bharu, you can end your journey in coach stations like Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Kota Bharu and Kota Bharu, Bus Terminal Tesco Kota Bharu.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Pasir Gudang, which is located around 9.9 miles (16 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.
- Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
- Wheelchair access available
- Assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
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- Ekspress Mutiara
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
- Luggage size: 30 kg per passenger; Type: 1 piece of luggage and 1 hand carry.
- Ekspress Mutiara
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd)
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various local food stalls available
- Taxi stand available at terminal entrance
- Wheelchair accessible facilities
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses, intercity buses
- Taxi: Available at terminal
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available at terminal grounds
- Local food stalls and small restaurants available within terminal
- Available outside the terminal
- Basic wheelchair access
- Available with small fee
- Bus: P201, P202, P203, P204
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available for buses and private vehicles
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: P102, P211, T22
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
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
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