KL (Kuala Lumpur) to Kuantan is one of Malaysia's most travelled routes. The high frequency of buses between the capital city of Malaysia and Kuantan facilitates the passengers There are more than 50 daily trips on this bus route. The KL to Kuantan bus travels for 3-4 hrs to reach the destination. The buses are available from 8 am till 11.55 pm at regular intervals.
Commuters can travel to Kuantan at any hour of the day due to abundant transportation facilities. Travellers will have a wonderful experience due to the onboard amenities offered by bus operators on this Malay route. Not to forget, you can enjoy some scenic views during a trip to Kuantan by bus.
About Kuala Lumpur
The capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, is one of the most important territories of Malaysia. Moreover, it is also the largest city in Malaysia. It covers an area of more than 240 km². Therefore, Kuala Lumpur is among the fastest-growing cities in Malaysia.
The east border of Kuala Lumpur has a beautiful range of mountains called the Titiwangsa Mountains. Moreover, some smaller yet beautiful mountain ranges cover the north and south borders of Kuala Lumpur. Moreover, in the west, there is a 500m-long narrow stretch of water called the Strait of Malacca. Besides, Kuala Lumpur is also very popular for its mega-shopping malls, massive skyscrapers and burgeoning nightlife.
The climate of Kuala Lumpur mostly remains hot and humid. However, the monsoon season also falls in Kuala Lumpur from October to March. The maximum temperature of Kuala Lumpur hovers between 32°C and 35°C. Whereas the lower temperature goes up to 23°C.
About Kuantan
The biggest city in east peninsular Malaysia and the 18th biggest in Malaysia, Kuantan, is situated near the originating point of the Kuantan River. Kuantan is also one of the most important financial cities in Malaysia.
Kuantan city lies in the state of Pahang. It is also part of the East Coast Economic Growth Region. Under the ECEGR, the government has planned many projects to be built in Kuantan. Kuantan 188, Kuantan waterfront resort city and East Coast Rail Link are some of the projects that have already been completed in Kuantan and are helping the economy of Kuantan.
The climate of Kuantan is a lot similar to Kuala Lumpur as the weather mostly remains hot and dry. The rainy season in Kuantan also occurs in the same month as Kuala Lumpur. However, the rainfalls from October to March sometimes result in flooding the roads of Kuantan. So, look for Kuantan bus tickets now!
Things to do in Kuantan
There are a lot of things to experience in Kuantan. Kuantan is, of course, one of the most preferred and cost- places to visit in Kuantan are:
- Capsule Retreat: There are capsules of concrete situated right between the forest, allowing you to spend a night safely in the forest.
- Bukit Panorama: The place is heaven for hiking lovers. The Bukit Panorama point is so famous that you can see people hiking very early in the morning to capture the sunrise.
- Kuantan River Cruise: It is famous for the mangroves around it. However, you can also go between the Kuantan river with the Kuantan River Cruise. People love to go on the cruise to capture glimpses of sunset.
- Sultan Abu Bakar Museum: The museum has photos of the royal family and unique artefacts used at that time. The museum fee is RM 5 per person, and you can reach the Sultan Abu Bakar Museum by cab, taxi and public transport.
- Satya Zul: You can visit this restaurant that sells local cuisine such as Nasi Lemak, Nasi Goreng, Char Kuew Teow and others.
Best time to visit Kuantan
The climate of Kuantan is mostly warm and dry owing to its location near the equator. Therefore, you barely see any difference in the everyday temperature in Kuantan. In addition, the months of October to March experience a lot of heavy rainfall. Hence, it would be best to refrain from visiting the city during this period.
If you want to explore Kuantan as much as possible, you should visit the city from April to September. During these months, you may also get involved in Malaysia's regional and cultural festivals, like Taman Negara Bird Count, Pahang Hiking Day, etc. You can also book online bus tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan.
Besides, if you visit Kuantan during September, you can also witness the Mid-Autumn festival, known as the Lantern festival. You can enjoy the lantern parade, the Moon cakes and several performances, which are part of a distinguished tradition here.
Bus Service between Kuala Lumpur and Kuantan
There is a good volume of buses available on the Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan route. Around 53 buses run on this route. The average time buses take to complete the journey is about 5½ hours. However, you can also get buses that complete the journey in 4 hours. The ticket price of buses on this route can be around 19.51 RM to 23.14 RM, based on the bus you choose.
Boarding and Drop off Points
Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan has famous and well-built bus terminals that keep running. There is a high density of buses on this route, and you can quickly get a bus according to your time preference.
Boarding Points in Kuala Lumpur
- Pekeliling
- Tbs (Terminal Bas Bersepadu)
- TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan)
- Tbs (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan)
- Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (Tbs)
Drop-off Points in Kuantan
- Hentian Kuantan
- Kuantan
- Kuantan Sentral (Kuanta Bus Terminal)
- Kuantan Sentral (Kuanta Bus Terminal)
- Kuantan Sentral (Platform Atas)
- Terminal Kuantan Sentral
- Terminal Sentral Kuantan
- UMP Gambang
You can book Terminal Sentral Kuantan online ticket now with redBus.
Popular Bus Companies from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan
Some renowned companies offering bus services from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan are:
All of these companies are very well-known bus services in Malaysia.