The Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands distance is 200 km, and the best option is a bus. A bus to Cameron Highland from KL takes 3 hr 30 mins or 4 hr 33 mins to reach the highlands, depending on the bus operator. The first bus from KL to Cameron Highlands starts at 8.15 am and the last bus is at 5 pm.
About Kuala Lumpur
The mention of Kuala Lumpur, the first thing that comes to everyone’s mind is the Petronas Twin Towers with its daring sky bridge. But the city is much more than these skyscrapers and has plenty to offer for every visitor. Kuala Lumpur has become a significant business centre and transportation hub that bursts with life any day. The city has natural and artificial highlights that will keep the visitor busy. The transport system here is sound; it is easy to travel from one place to another locally or anywhere nearby. Some popular routes are Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands, Genting Highlands, Ipoh, Malacca, etc.
About Cameron Highlands
Cameron Highlands is the beautiful home to various tea plantations, orchards, hiking trails, etc. This hill station is located about 200 km from Kuala Lumpur. The nearest city to his place is Ipoh, the Gateway of Cameron Highlands. The route and the location are beautiful, with green mountains and valleys. There are plenty of exciting places to visit and spend quality time doing activities with your friends and family. The hill station is named after its founder Sir William Cameron. The natural beauty and the various establishments here attract thousands of visitors annually.
Things to do in Cameron Highlands
- The Mossy Forest hike will take you through the moist green forest with tall trees lined with moss. The trees here are high but covered by white fluffy clouds.
- Trek to Thompson Falls and enjoy the tranquil places right under the waterfalls. The pool here is safe for a dip.
- Go through the Jungle Trail: This hilly terrain will be the best place for nature lovers and adventure seekers. The ideal time for a hike is in the dry months. There are trails of different difficulty levels from 1 to 10, so anyone can try.
- Take a stroll at the morning market in Kea Farm town and the night market in Brinchang town to see what goods you can buy.
- A tour of the Cactus Valley with apple trees, wild plants, and specifically 60-years old Cactus trees, etc.
- A visit to the Boh Plantation will take you to the Tea gardens in Habu, the Sungai Palas Tea Garden, and the Fairly Tea Garden. Here, you can enjoy the green mountains and fresh air.
Best Food in Cameron Highlands
Cameron Highlands has different cuisines, such as Indian, Chinese, Malay, etc. English dishes are also popular here. The must-try food items here come from all these cuisines. Some of the noteworthy things are,
- Herbal Pork Ribs
- Assam Prawns
- Scones with English tea
- Chapati and curry
- Japanese or Chinese Steamboat
- Perfect English dinner with caramelised roast chicken
- Nasi Lemak Sambal Strawberry
- Ipoh coffee
- Strawberry ice cream made of fresh local strawberries
Places to visit in Cameron Highlands
- Lavender Gardens will give you a scenic view of purple haze all around. You can walk through the garden, take pictures, visit the game centres and shops, or take a break at the cafe.
- Butterfly Farm will welcome you with an array of beautiful butterflies in rainbow colors. Apart from the butterflies, there are rare species of beetles as well. You can buy some souvenirs from the shop here.
- Big Red Strawberry Farm is the perfect place to enjoy scenic views and indulge in the exciting activity of picking strawberries. In addition, the farm has ample parking space, which means it has a larger visitor capacity.
- Sam Poh Temple is a Buddhist temple with several brass statues and a giant Buddha statue. The architecture and design are the main attraction of this temple located on top of the hill.
- Mah Meri Art Gallery is an attractive private museum where hand-carved art pieces are on display. The indigenous people of the Mah Meri community make the art here.
Best time to visit Cameron Highlands
November to February is the best time to visit Cameron Highlands, with the green bloom during the monsoon season. The peak monsoon in November will be the most preferred time. If you are more interested in outdoor activities, then February to July will be the best time as they are the dry months.
You may choose a particular festival time here for a visit as well. For example, the Highlands Harmonica Festival in July, the Hungry Ghost festival in August, the Flower Festival in August/September, Diwali celebrations in October/November, Christmas, New year etc. are the prominent festivals.
Bus Service between Kuala Lumpur and Cameron Highlands
The bus services from KL to Cameron are executive buses with a 2+1 seating arrangement. The buses offer WiFi, charging points, reading lights, CCTV, USB ports for chargers, etc. The ticket price on the Cameron Highland bus from KL Sentral is MYR 36 to MYR 38. You can book the onward or return trip from Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur bus tickets online.
The popular bus terminals on the route are:
Boarding and Drop-off Points
- Boarding points in Kuala Lumpur: TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan), Pekeliling Bus Station
- Drop-off points: Terminal Cameron Highland, Tanah Rata Freesia Bus Station.
Popular Bus Company from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands
Only two bus companies operate on the KL to Cameron Highlands route.
Tips to Book a KL to Cameron Bus
You can easily book KL to Cameron Highlands online bus tickets via the redBus portal or mobile application. Doing so will help you avoid standing in lines and crowds. Always compare the buses based on various factors such as reviews, ratings, price, amenities, safety, etc., before booking. Enter correct passenger and contact information to get the e-tickets on your e-mail and phone. You can use e-tickets to board the buses, but some operators may require a print out of the e-ticket. So, it is advised to keep a hard copy ready.
Disclaimer: Bus timings, routes, and fares are subject to change. Please check locally for any last-minute changes.
