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Kota Bharu travel guide

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With 1,46 million inhabitants, Kota Bharu is the most populous city in Malaysia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kota Bharu to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Kota Bharu

Kota Bharu in May
Estimated hotel price
$33
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kota Bharu in May
Estimated hotel price
$33
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kota Bharu

Plane

When flying to Kota Bharu, you’ll arrive at Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa (KBR), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kota Bharu from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 33h 10m.

Train

The train station in Kota Bharu is called Kota Bharu Wakaf Bharu Railway Station, and is located 5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kota Bharu is to pick up a car hire from Penang, which is about 226 km from Kota Bharu. You’ll find branches of Galaxy Asia Car Rental and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Penang.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Kota Bharu Stesen Bas, located 0.6 km from the city centre of Kota Bharu. Kota Bharu Terminal Bas Ekspres is also a commonly used station, and is 2.6 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Kota Bharu, you’ll arrive at Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa (KBR), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kota Bharu from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 33h 10m.

Train

The train station in Kota Bharu is called Kota Bharu Wakaf Bharu Railway Station, and is located 5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kota Bharu is to pick up a car hire from Penang, which is about 226 km from Kota Bharu. You’ll find branches of Galaxy Asia Car Rental and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Penang.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Kota Bharu Stesen Bas, located 0.6 km from the city centre of Kota Bharu. Kota Bharu Terminal Bas Ekspres is also a commonly used station, and is 2.6 km from the city centre.

Airports near Kota Bharu

TGGKuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmood
KBRKota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa

Airlines serving Kota Bharu

Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (857 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (72 reviews)
Batik Air
Okay (72 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (206 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (91 reviews)
Air Mauritius
Good (20 reviews)
Royal Brunei Airlines
Okay (7 reviews)
Firefly
Good (31 reviews)
MAI
Excellent (5 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kota Bharu

Average rates range from around $42 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $69 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Dynasty Inn - Wakaf Che Yeh and Rose Garden Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kota Bharu

Most booked hotels in Kota Bharu

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Perdana Kota Bharu
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$78+
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Grand Riverview Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$70+
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Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Kota Bharu
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$47+
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Hiring a car in Kota Bharu

Expect to pay $0.71 per litre in Kota Bharu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $8.44 and $11.25.

Expect to pay $0.71 per litre in Kota Bharu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $8.44 and $11.25.

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