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The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Phuket to Kuala Lumpur is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Phuket to Kuala Lumpur will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 buses from Phuket to Kuala Lumpur, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 641 km distance in an average of 17 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 22 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Phuket to Kuala Lumpur run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 641 km distance in 17h 22m.
Distance 641 km |
Average bus duration 17h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 17h 22m |
First bus 7:00 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Phuket to Kuala Lumpur.
The table below shows live departures for Phuket to Kuala Lumpur coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:00 Phuket | 17h22 | 8:22 Kuala Lumpur | 0 changesdirect | |
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K.S.T. TRAVEL | 7:00 Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 17h22 | 1:22 Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) | 0 changesdirect | |
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National museum covering Malaysian history, culture, crafts, and early kingdoms, useful for a broad introduction to the country.
Contemporary art museum in a restored mansion with changing exhibitions, sculpture grounds, and a calm setting near the city centre.
Leading contemporary art venue focused on Southeast Asian practice, with rotating exhibitions in a sleek city-centre building.
Busy heritage street lined with shophouses, temples, markets, and murals, ideal for soaking up old Kuala Lumpur atmosphere.
Lively entertainment and shopping district with major malls, city views, and evening energy in the modern heart of Kuala Lumpur.
Forested urban park with gardens, birdlife, and walking paths, offering a green break close to many central sights.
Nasi lemak is coconut rice with sambal, anchovies, peanuts and egg. It is Malaysia’s best-known breakfast and a national staple in Kuala Lumpur.
Char kway teow is a smoky stir-fried flat rice noodle dish with prawns, egg and bean sprouts. It is prized for its wok hei and hawker roots.
Satay is skewered grilled meat served with peanut sauce, cucumber and ketupat. It is a classic Malay street food strongly associated with evening dining.
Refined modern Malaysian dining showcasing regional ingredients and polished tasting menus in an elegant city-centre room.
Busy mamak institution famed for roti canai, nasi kandar and teh tarik. Casual, fast and popular at almost any hour.
Historic open-air hawker area known for satay, grilled seafood and late-night street food in a lively traditional setting.
Generally cheaper than Singapore or Hong Kong, with affordable food, public transport and many mid-range hotels, though luxury malls and rooftop dining can raise costs.
Tipping is not expected. Many restaurants add a 10% service charge. Round up taxis, and leave small change at cafés only for good service.
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Terminal Bersepadu Selatan -> KL Sentral
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phuket to Kuala Lumpur by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kuala Lumpur, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Phuket to Kuala Lumpur buses use the Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) station pair. Use this guide to compare Phuket and Kuala Lumpur bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3 km from Phuket city centre. Public transport options include:
Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and small shops selling local food and snacks
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2.
Available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2: Wheelchair accessible.
Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) is 7 km from Kuala Lumpur city centre. Public transport options include:
Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various food outlets available on multiple floors
Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks available.
Ticket office support is available at Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan).
Available at Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan): Wheelchair ramps, elevators, dedicated paths.
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