Kota Bharu travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kota Bharu
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.
When to visit Kota Bharu
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.
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 Langkawi, which is about 272 km from Kota Bharu. You’ll find branches of Samavestour and Merge Car Rental, among others, in Langkawi.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Kota Bharu Terminal Bas Ekspres, located 2.6 km from the city centre of Kota Bharu. Kota Bharu Nilam Puri is also a commonly used station, and is 12 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Kota Bharu
Where to stay in Kota Bharu
Average rates range from around ₹ 2,063 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 1,834 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Dynasty Inn - Wakaf Che Yeh and OYO 1151 Diamond Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kota Bharu
Most booked hotels in Kota Bharu
Hiring a car in Kota Bharu
Expect to pay ₹ 36 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 ₹ 430 and ₹ 574. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kota Bharu, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.