What is the cheapest way to get from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas?

The cheapest way to get from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas is to drive which costs RM 50 - RM 80 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas?

The fastest way to get from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas is to fly and car ferry and line 601 bus which takes 4h 24m and costs RM 280 - RM 700.

Is there a direct bus between Kota Bharu and Kepala Batas?

No, there is no direct bus from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas. However, there are services departing from Bus Terminal Kota Bharu and arriving at Taman Aman Putra via (M1) Penang Sentral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas?

The distance between Kota Bharu and Kepala Batas is 307 km. The road distance is 311.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas without a car is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs RM 70 - RM 110.

How long does it take to get from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas bus from?

Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas bus services, operated by Ekspres Perdana, depart from Bus Terminal Kota Bharu station.

Where does the Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas bus arrive?

Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas bus services, operated by Ekspres Perdana, arrive at Butterworth station.

Can I drive from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas?

Yes, the driving distance between Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas is 312 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas.

Where can I stay near Kepala Batas?

There are 2475+ hotels available in Kepala Batas.

Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas - 5 ways to travel via plane, and car ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas by plane, car ferry, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly, car ferry, line 601 bus
best
1. Fly from Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane KBR - PEN
2. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
3. Take the bus from (M1) Penang Sentral to Taman Aman Putrabus
4h 24m
RM 288–684
Drive 311.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batascar 311.8 km
4h 35m
RM 53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Terminal Kota Bharu to Butterworthbus Bus Terminal Kota Bharu
8h 20m
RM 71–106
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kota Bharu to Kepala Batastaxi 311.8 km
4h 35m
RM 550–700
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Terminal Kota Bharu to Sungai Nibongbus
2. Take the carferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
10h 36m
RM 77–115

Kota Bharu to Kepala Batas by bus

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8h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 306.8 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Kota Bharu, Malaysia and Kepala Batas, Penang, Malaysia?

Ekspres Perdana operates a bus from Bus Terminal Kota Bharu to Butterworth twice daily. Tickets cost RM 35–100 and the journey takes 7h 6m. Ekspres Mutiara also services this route twice daily.

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