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

The cheapest way to get from Johor to Kota Bharu is to bus via Kota Tinggi which costs RM 70 - RM 100 and takes 13h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johor to Kota Bharu is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs RM 210 - RM 750.

Is there a direct bus between Johor and Kota Bharu?

No, there is no direct bus from Johor to Kota Bharu. However, there are services departing from Sekolah Kebangsaan IJ Convent and arriving at Kota Bharu via Johor Bahru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 58m.

How far is it from Johor to Kota Bharu?

The distance between Johor and Kota Bharu is 566 km. The road distance is 676.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Johor to Kota Bharu without a car is to bus which takes 12h 58m and costs RM 75 - RM 220.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Johor to Kota Bharu, including transfers.

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

Johor to Kota Bharu bus services, operated by KKKL Express, depart from Johor Bahru station.

Bus or fly from Johor to Kota Bharu?

The best way to get from Johor to Kota Bharu is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs RM 210 - RM 750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 75 - RM 220 and takes 12h 58m.

Where does the Johor to Kota Bharu bus arrive?

Johor to Kota Bharu bus services, operated by KKKL Express, arrive at Kota Bharu station.

Can I drive from Johor to Kota Bharu?

Yes, the driving distance between Johor to Kota Bharu is 676 km. It takes approximately 8h 54m to drive from Johor to Kota Bharu.

Where can I stay near Kota Bharu?

There are 991+ hotels available in Kota Bharu.

Johor to Kota Bharu - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Johor to Kota Bharu by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Senai International Airport
best
1. Fly from Senai International Airport (JHB) to Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR)plane JHB - KBR
2h 59m
RM 217–735
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Johor Bahru to Bahaubus
2. Take the train from Serting to Kuala Lipistrain Sh
3. Take the train from Kuala Lipis to Wakaf Bahrutrain Sh
18h 11m
RM 61–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharubus
12h 58m
RM 77–212
Drive 676.2 km
1. Drive from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharucar 676.2 km
8h 54m
RM 114–165
Fly from Seletar Airport
1. Fly from Seletar Airport (XSP) to Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR)plane XSP - KBR
4h 35m
RM 646–1,863
Bus to Singapore Changi Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Johor Bahru CIQ to Expo Stnbus
2. Fly from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR)plane SIN - KBR
4h 50m
RM 368–796
Bus via Kota Tinggi
1. Take the bus from Sekolah Kebangsaan IJ Convent to Terminal Bas Kota Tinggibus T10
2. Take the bus from Kota Tinggi to Terminal Kota Bharubus
13h 23m
RM 70–96

Johor to Kota Bharu by bus

14Weekly Buses

12h 58mAverage Duration

RM 77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 565.6 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Johor, Malaysia and Kota Bharu, Malaysia?

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, and Firefly fly from Senai International Airport (JHB) to Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR) twice daily. Alternatively, KKKL Express operates a bus from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu once daily. Tickets cost RM 120–180 and the journey takes 11h 50m. Ekspres Perdana also services this route once daily.

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