Bus From Kuala Lumpur to Malacca

The Kuala Lumpur to Malacca bus is available on all days of the week. The number of services per day will be different each day. It will be anywhere between 61 to 79 buses per day. The distance between Kuala Lumpur to Melaka is 149 km, which requires about 2 hrs to complete. You can see the bus schedule for the KL to Melaka route at the redBus portal.

About Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, located in Peninsular Malaysia, is a colonial city with modern skyscrapers, natural beauty, and plenty of exciting places to enjoy. Malaysia's capital city is a perfect place to enjoy any number of days, from a single day to an extended vacation. People arrive here from all parts of the world. While people often associate this city with the Petronas Towers, there are ancient caves, a natural rainforest in the city's center, and much more. The busy city is well-connected by buses and trains to all parts of the country and the neighboring country Singapore. You can easily travel from other cities in Malaysia and from Kuala Lumpur to Malacca, Ipoh, Genting Highlands, etc., by bus.

About Melaka

Melaka, also known as Malacca, is a beautiful city with great colonial charm. Since 2008, UNESCO has mentioned Malacca City as a heritage site. The city has plenty to keep the visitors engaged and entertained for a few days. People visit here for leisure and tasty food. Reaching Malacca is more accessible by road or train. While cars are available from other cities, buses will also be the cheaper options and have a wider reach. The Kuala Lumpur to Malacca bus is a popular route, and so are the routes from Johor Bahru, Penang, Ipoh, etc. Once you arrive here, the city has everything to capture your attention and mesmerise you.

Things to do in Melaka

• Visit the landmark Dutch Square with iconic red buildings, the oldest church, and Melaka Clock Tower.
• River Cruise on Melaka River
• Climb the steep stairs of St.Paul’s Hill to see the ruins of A'Famosa Fort.
• Enjoy a 360-degree view of the city from the Melaka Tower
• Stroll through the Jonker Walk Night Market
• A daring sunset view standing on the glass floor of The Shore Sky Tower

Best Food in Melaka

The cuisine of Malacca displays its Peranakan heritage but it also has influences from Malay, Indian, and Chinese cuisines. There are plenty of options for trying all types of food in this city. Some of the famous foods are,

• Ice cream served in coconuts!
• Pandan pancakes
• Chicken rice balls
• Satay celup
• Durian cendol, a Malaccan dessert

Places to visit in Melaka

• A'Famosa Water Theme Park with the longest, most comprehensive and tallest ice cream ride.
• A'Famosa Safari Wonderland in the A'Famosa Resort
• Jonker Street is the best place to shop for any item, from a snack to an antique piece.
• Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, a pre- WWII Peranakan house turned into a museum.
• Pantai Klebang Sand Dunes near the Klebang Beach with white sandy desert and beach.

Best time to visit Malacca

The best time to visit Melaka is in September and October. The weather will be warm with maximum sunlight and slight rainfall in these months. Malacca has a typical tropical rainforest climate, so there will be frequent rainfall and high humidity. These two months will be more comfortable than any other year. The few weeks in April and early May are also considered dry months in Malacca, an ideal time for a vacation.

The diverse culture of Malacca is evident in its festivals, another good time for a visit here. Thaipusam, the festival for Lord Muruga, celebrated in late January or early February, is a prominent festival in Malacca. The other famous festivals of Malacca include the Chinese New year in February and Lantern Festival in September.

Bus Service between KL and Melaka

Although the bus service from KL to Melaka starts early in the morning, the regular services start at 7.25 am. There onwards, there are buses at regular intervals till 11 pm. The buses are economy (2+2) or executive (2+1) types with different amenities. You can book the bus ticket online at affordable rates.

Boarding and Drop-off Points

If you are looking for a KL Sentral to Melaka bus, you will be disappointed as there is no service from this bus station. Likewise, looking for a Melaka Sentral to KL Sentral bus schedule is also futile. The pickup and drop-off points are,

• Boarding points: TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan)
• Drop-off points: Melaka Sentral

Popular Bus Company from Kuala Lumpur to Malacca

13 Bus companies operate buses on the KL to Melaka route. All the buses serve the direct route from TBS to Melaka Sentral. Each bus is rated on a scale of 1-5 by the passengers who have traveled with them. You can see them in the bus search results. Some of the top-rated Kuala Lumpur to Malacca buses are,

• Kesatuan Express
• KKKL Express
• Maraliner
• Mayang Sari Express
• Melor Interline Express
• Transnasional
• 707-Inc
• Supernice Grassland
• Delima Vision
• Golden Silk Holiday Sdn. Bhd
  

You can buy affordable bus tickets from KL to Melaka online on the redBus website or mobile application.

redBus is the best option to book bus tickets from KL to Melaka online. The platform is user-friendly and allows you to compare different bus operators and read reviews about buses from past travellers. redBus only works with the best operators to guarantee you the best service. You can also enjoy discounts on your booking and 24x7 customer care service. Other facilities include cancellation, rescheduling, bus pass, etc.

The climate in Melaka does not change much throughout the year and remains hot and humid with frequent rainfall. The average temperature is around 28°C and can reach up to 33°C during the summer. Although there is not much temperature variation, some months like November tend to be rainier.

To book Kuala Lumpur to Malacca bus tickets online on redBus, follow the steps mentioned below -

• Scroll up to the top of this page.
• Click on ‘Modify’ to change the date. You can also use this option to change the route. After selecting the date, click on ‘Search’.
• You will see the list of buses from Kuala Lumpur to Malacca for your chosen date. Compare and choose a bus.
• Next, select seats, boarding and drop-off points.
• Enter passenger details and proceed to pay.
• Make the payment to confirm the booking. You will receive your bus ticket online via email and SMS.

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If you are travelling from KL to Melaka, you can book a bus ticket online from the redBus site. At the time of booking a KL to Melaka bus, you can book return tickets from Melaka to KL by selecting a return date. If you did not add the return date during the initial search, you could add it during the KL to Melaka bus booking process by selecting the 'Add return tickets' option. There are many buses available on both routes.