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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kota Bharu to Penang

Composite routes from Kota Bharu to Penang

Cheapest
4 h 53 min
Car
347 km.
from $19

Transport providers

Airlines

Firefly

Website:
fireflyz.com.my/
Plane from Sultan Ismail Petra to Penang
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$42.05–$140.16

Bus operators

Ekspres Mutiara

Phone:
(09) 774 2655
Email:
Website:
e-mutiara.com.my/
Bus from Bus Terminal Kota Bharu to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
7h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$11.47
Bus from Terminal Kota Bharu to Sungai
Ave. Duration:
7h 14m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Ekspres Perdana

Phone:
+609-765 6000
Email:
Website:
ekspresperdana.com.my/
Bus from Bus Terminal Kota Bharu to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
7h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.94
Bus from Bus Terminal Kota Bharu to Sungai
Ave. Duration:
6h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.51

Other operators

Penang Port

Website:
penangport.com.my/Services/Ferry-Services
Other from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.50

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kota Bharu to Penang?

The cheapest way to get from Kota Bharu to Penang is to bus and car ferry via Sungai Petani which costs $8.26 - $8.59 and takes 8h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kota Bharu to Penang?

The fastest way to get from Kota Bharu to Penang is to fly which takes 1h 10m and costs $29.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Kota Bharu and Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Kota Bharu to Penang. However, there are services departing from Terminal Kota Bharu and arriving at Lebuh Carnavon via Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Kota Bharu to Penang?

The distance between Kota Bharu and Penang is 254 km. The road distance is 337.7 km.

How do I travel from Kota Bharu to Penang without a car?

The best way to get from Kota Bharu to Penang without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 7h 47m and costs $7.07 - $10.33 .

How long does it take to get from Kota Bharu to Penang?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Kota Bharu to Penang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kota Bharu to Penang bus from?

Kota Bharu to Penang bus services, operated by Ekspres Mutiara, depart from Terminal Kota Bharu station.

Bus or fly from Kota Bharu to Penang?

The best way to get from Kota Bharu to Penang is to fly which takes 1h 10m and costs $29.35 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.61 - $10.87 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Kota Bharu to Penang bus arrive?

Kota Bharu to Penang bus services, operated by Ekspres Mutiara, arrive at Sungai Nibong station.

Can I drive from Kota Bharu to Penang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kota Bharu to Penang is 338 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Kota Bharu to Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2344+ hotels available in Penang. Prices start at $33.93 per night.
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