Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu is a popularly travelled bus route in Malaysia. Kuala Terengganu sits on the Terengganu River on the East Coast overlooking the South China Sea. Weekends here fall on a Friday and Saturday. Terengganu, with its eight districts, has tropical weather. By road, one can access the inter city express way to connect to major towns while the Simpang Pulai and East Coast Highways connect via Tasik Kenyir.

Terengganu has many beautiful islands, heritage waterfronts, and lush green countryside to offer tourists an unforgettable experience when approaching from Segamat Highway from the South. Buses, taxis, rental cars, ferries, shuttles, and boats are easily available and popularly traveled in.

Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, is about 453 km and takes 6 to 7 hours to reach via bus depending on the number of stops on the way.

There are a total of 8 buses after 6 pm. The cost of the trip varies between RM 42 to RM 44 and this depends on the coach and operator selected. The popular operators are Adik Beradik, Swiftliner, Express Mutiara, Transnasional, and Maraliner with 8 buses plying the route daily after 6 pm.

How to reach Kuala Terengganu from Kuala Lumpur?

Kuala Terengganu is a beautiful East Coast city in Malaysia situated 455 km away from the capital city Kuala Lumpur. You can reach Kuala Terengganu from Kuala Lumpur by bus or flight. Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu bus service takes 6-7 hrs to reach from one station to the other. There are plenty of bus options on this route that are cheaper than other modes of transportation. You can book bus tickets online on the redBus mobile app or website.

The KL to Kuala Terengganu bus ticket rate is around MYR 40-47 and may differ depending upon the bus operator, route, amenities, etc. There are 20 buses available on this route from 7 bus operators, with the first and last buses starting from TBS at 10 am and 11.30 pm respectively.

It is best to take multiple precautions to travel safely from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu. It is mandatory to wear face masks at all times. Comply with the thermal checkups before boarding as people with higher temperatures are not allowed to travel. Make use of the M-ticket from redBus for contact-free boarding. Use hand sanitizers provided at the bus stations and keep minimal contact with others.

Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Bus Details

The pick-up point for buses to Kuala Terengganu is the TBS-Terminal Bersepadu Selatan. Popular drop-points are Kuala Terengganu and the Hentian Bas Mkt. The first bus departs at 8:30 am and the last bus is at 11:30 pm. To get to TBS, you can use the taxis, shuttle buses, trains, KTM Komuter or KLIA Transit train from KL Sentral. It is walking distance from the Bandar Tasik Selatan station.

Regular travelers and tourists, both prefer traveling by bus between these two cities as buses are frequent, punctual, clean, and safe. The bus coaches are also graded as single or double deck and SVIP, Standard, Business Economy Club, and Executive. At Kuala Terengganu TBS you can use the local shuttle or heritage buses, trains or taxis for onward travel. For sightseeing, rickshaws are easily available near the Central Market.

Things to do in Kuala Terengganu

Here are some interesting places to visit in Kuala Terengganu:

Pasar Payang, Mydin, and Paya Bunga Square Malls are marketplaces for the bargain loving shopaholics.
Crystal Mosque and Kampung China if you love sightseeing, food, culture, art, and architecture.
Kuala Terrengganu and Jembatan Angkat Terengganu drawbridges.
Kemasik Beach in the town of Kemasik, Kemamam district, best suited for a day out with kids and the family.

To enjoy the bus ride and to have a hassle-free journey in Malaysia, book your tickets with redBus.

Disclaimer: Bus timings, routes, and fares are subject to change. Please check the redBus app or website for any last-minute changes.

Bus From Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu