Coach Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu from £11

Which bus from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like E-Mutiara, Ekspres Perdana or Sani United. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

£12

tomorrow

£16

Friday

£12

Saturday

Sunday

£12

Monday

£12

Tuesday

£12

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Mayang Sari Express	11h 50m	20:00	Johor Bahru	KSL City	07:50	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£12	A Bus from Mayang Sari Express goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 18/03/2026 20:00:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 19/03/2026 07:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
E-Mutiara	10h 43m	10:50	Johor Bahru	Hallmark Regency Hotel	21:33	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£16	A Bus from E-Mutiara goes from Hallmark Regency Hotel, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 18/03/2026 10:50:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 18/03/2026 21:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 43m
Sani United	11h 55m	20:30	Johor Bahru	KSL City	08:25	Kota Bharu	Mini Terminal Kubang Kerian	Economy	£17	A Bus from Sani United goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 18/03/2026 20:30:00 to Mini Terminal Kubang Kerian, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 19/03/2026 08:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
Adik Beradik	11h 50m	21:00	Johor Bahru	KSL City	08:50	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Adik Beradik goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 18/03/2026 21:00:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 19/03/2026 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
Ekspres Perdana	11h 50m	20:45	Johor Bahru	KSL City	08:35	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£22	A Bus from Ekspres Perdana goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 18/03/2026 20:45:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 19/03/2026 08:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
E-Mutiara	10h 43m	10:50	Johor Bahru	Hallmark Regency Hotel	21:33	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£16	A Bus from E-Mutiara goes from Hallmark Regency Hotel, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 19/03/2026 10:50:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 19/03/2026 21:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 43m
Sani United	15h 58m	20:30	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	12:28	Kota Bharu	Pasir Tumboh	Economy	£16	A Bus from Sani United goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 19/03/2026 20:30:00 to Pasir Tumboh, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 20/03/2026 12:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 58m
Adik Beradik	11h 50m	21:30	Johor Bahru	KSL City	09:20	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Adik Beradik goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 19/03/2026 21:30:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 20/03/2026 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
Ekspres Perdana	11h 50m	20:45	Johor Bahru	KSL City	08:35	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£22	A Bus from Ekspres Perdana goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 19/03/2026 20:45:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 20/03/2026 08:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
Gunung Raya Express	11h 50m	20:15	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	08:05	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Business	£23	A Bus from Gunung Raya Express goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 19/03/2026 20:15:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 20/03/2026 08:05:00. 50 Business ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Mayang Sari Express	11h 50m	10:00	Johor Bahru	KSL City	21:50	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£12	A Bus from Mayang Sari Express goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 20/03/2026 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 20/03/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
Mayang Sari Express	11h 50m	20:30	Johor Bahru	KSL City	08:20	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£12	A Bus from Mayang Sari Express goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 20/03/2026 20:30:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 21/03/2026 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
E-Mutiara	16h 12m	20:15	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	12:27	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£14	A Bus from E-Mutiara goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 20/03/2026 20:15:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 21/03/2026 12:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 12m
E-Mutiara	16h 12m	20:30	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	12:42	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£14	A Bus from E-Mutiara goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 20/03/2026 20:30:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 21/03/2026 12:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 12m
KKKL Express Malaysia	11h 50m	09:00	Johor Bahru	KSL City	20:50	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from KKKL Express Malaysia goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 20/03/2026 09:00:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 20/03/2026 20:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Mayang Sari Express	11h 50m	20:00	Johor Bahru	KSL City	07:50	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£12	A Bus from Mayang Sari Express goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 22/03/2026 20:00:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 23/03/2026 07:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
Mayang Sari Express	11h 50m	20:30	Johor Bahru	KSL City	08:20	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£12	A Bus from Mayang Sari Express goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 22/03/2026 20:30:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 23/03/2026 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
E-Mutiara	16h 12m	20:30	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	12:42	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£14	A Bus from E-Mutiara goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 22/03/2026 20:30:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 23/03/2026 12:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 12m
E-Mutiara	11h 50m	18:30	Johor Bahru	KSL City	06:20	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from E-Mutiara goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 22/03/2026 18:30:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 23/03/2026 06:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Mayang Sari Express		20:00	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	00:00	Kota Bharu	Stesen Bas	Business	£12	A Bus from Mayang Sari Express goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 23/03/2026 20:00:00 to Stesen Bas, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
E-Mutiara		09:15	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	00:00	Kota Bharu	Stesen Bas	Business	£16	A Bus from E-Mutiara goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 23/03/2026 09:15:00 to Stesen Bas, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Ekspres Perdana		20:45	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	00:00	Kota Bharu	Stesen Bas	Business	£16	A Bus from Ekspres Perdana goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 23/03/2026 20:45:00 to Stesen Bas, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Sani United	15h 58m	20:30	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	12:28	Kota Bharu	Pasir Tumboh	Economy	£16	A Bus from Sani United goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 23/03/2026 20:30:00 to Pasir Tumboh, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 24/03/2026 12:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 58m
Adik Beradik	11h 42m	21:00	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	08:42	Kota Bharu	Stesen Bas	Economy	£18	A Bus from Adik Beradik goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 23/03/2026 21:00:00 to Stesen Bas, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 24/03/2026 08:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 42m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Mayang Sari Express	11h 50m	20:00	Johor Bahru	KSL City	07:50	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£12	A Bus from Mayang Sari Express goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 24/03/2026 20:00:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 25/03/2026 07:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
E-Mutiara	11h 50m	09:15	Johor Bahru	KSL City	21:05	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£16	A Bus from E-Mutiara goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 24/03/2026 09:15:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 24/03/2026 21:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
Ekspres Perdana		20:45	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	00:00	Kota Bharu	Stesen Bas	Business	£16	A Bus from Ekspres Perdana goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 24/03/2026 20:45:00 to Stesen Bas, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Sani United	15h 58m	20:30	Johor Bahru	Larkin Central Coach Station	12:28	Kota Bharu	Pasir Tumboh	Economy	£16	A Bus from Sani United goes from Larkin Central Coach Station, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 24/03/2026 20:30:00 to Pasir Tumboh, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 25/03/2026 12:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 58m
Adik Beradik	11h 50m	21:00	Johor Bahru	KSL City	08:50	Kota Bharu	Coach Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from Adik Beradik goes from KSL City, Johor Bahru (Malaysia) at 24/03/2026 21:00:00 to Coach Station, Kota Bharu (Malaysia) arriving at 25/03/2026 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu is £11 on 05/04/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 44 daily coaches from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 106 coaches from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu, with 3 offers.

All facts for Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like E-Mutiara, Ekspres Perdana and Sani United that travel daily 23 times by bus from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu in one click. Book your Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu bus ticket starting from £11!

Cheapest Bus	£11
Fastest Bus	9h 45m
Earliest Coach	10:50
Latest Coach	21:50
Daily Bus Connections	23 Ø
Distance	545.7 km
Coach Companies	E-Mutiara, Ekspres Perdana, Sani United, Mayang Sari Express, Adik Beradik, KKKL Express Malaysia and Gunung Raya Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

Every day, 23 buses from 7 coach companies leave Johor Bahru for Kota Bharu. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 18/03/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

£19

Thursday 19/03

£20

Friday 20/03

£14

Saturday 21/03

£16

Sunday 22/03

£14

Monday 23/03

£16

Tuesday 24/03

£17

Wednesday 25/03

£16

Thursday 26/03

£13

Friday 27/03

£12

Saturday 28/03

£13

Sunday 29/03

£13

Monday 30/03

£12

Tuesday 31/03

£14

Wednesday 01/04

Thursday 02/04

Friday 03/04

£12

Saturday 04/04

£14

Sunday 05/04

£11

Monday 06/04

£18

Tuesday 07/04

£13

Wednesday 08/04

£14

Thursday 09/04

£13

Friday 10/04

£13

Saturday 11/04

£13

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £11, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £13.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu, with £12. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.

How to save money travelling from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu

Here is a map with all coach stations in Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

KSL City

Jalan Kijang 2014

Larkin Central Coach Station

Jalan Garuda, Larkin Jaya BT 5

Tun Aminah Coach Station

Jalan Perwira 16

Tanjung Pengelih

KIP Mart Coach Station

KIP Mart KIP Mart

Coach Station

Jalan Maulana Khurasan

Nilam Puri

Jalan Kuala Krai KM 12

Hentian Tesco

Caltex Panchor Gas Station

Mini Terminal Kubang Kerian

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Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu? Compare all modes of transports from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu bus

How much does a Johor Bahru Kota Bharu coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Johor Bahru Kota Bharu bus trip is available from £11 and takes 11h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

This connection is offered by 7 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £25. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Kota Bharu.

How many connections are available for the Johor Bahru Kota Bharu route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu is offered by roughly 23 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Kota Bharu from Johor Bahru take?

The quickest coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu is provided by Sani United and takes 9h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

The earliest bus to Kota Bharu departs from Johor Bahru at 10:50. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

The latest bus to Kota Bharu departs from Johor Bahru at 21:50. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Johor Bahru Kota Bharu route?

Passengers looking to travel from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu can travel with E-Mutiara, Ekspres Perdana and Sani United. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu?

You can check all the direct connections between Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: E-Mutiara, Ekspres Perdana and Sani United.

What can I take with me on the bus to Kota Bharu from Johor Bahru?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Johor Bahru Kota Bharu bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Johor Bahru Kota Bharu bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 23 daily trips between Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

More bus routes to Johor Bahru and to Kota Bharu

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Johor Bahru and to Kota Bharu. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!