THE SHORT VERSION
Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur at a glance.
- From
- Kuantan
- Road distance
- About 240 km
- Straight line
- 194 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Kuantan
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Kuala Lumpur
TBS is connected to central KL by train.
- Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS)
Southern integrated terminal, linked to the rail network.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check your company's arrival point. Some buses from Thailand end at downtown offices.
KEEP GOING
From Kuala Lumpur, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Kuala Lumpur
More buses from Kuantan
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Kuantan from Kuala Lumpur by road?+
About 240 km by road (194 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Kuantan?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan guide.
Where does the bus from Kuantan arrive in Kuala Lumpur?+
It depends on the operator. In Kuala Lumpur, services use Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS). TBS is connected to central KL by train.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Kuala Lumpur?+
TBS is connected to central KL by train.
What kind of bus runs from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Kuala Lumpur by bus?+
Direct buses from Kuala Lumpur include Malacca, Ipoh, Cameron Highlands (Tanah Rata), Johor Bahru, Penang (George Town) and more. See all connections on our Kuala Lumpur bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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