The cheapest and fastest buses from Malacca to Tanah Merah
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Malacca to Tanah Merah is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malacca to Tanah Merah will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 6 buses that leave Malacca for Tanah Merah on Thu, Apr 02, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct buses cover the 402 km distance in an average of 9 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest buses will take 10 h 1 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.
SANI EXPRESS8:00 PM10h01Malacca, Melaka Sentral6:01 AMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)8:00 PM9h45Malacca5:45 AMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:00 PM10h01Malacca, Melaka Sentral6:01 AMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)9:30 PM9h45Malacca7:15 AMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:30 AM10h01Malacca, Melaka Sentral6:31 PMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)8:00 PM9h45Malacca5:45 AMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)9:30 PM9h45Malacca7:15 AMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
SANI EXPRESS8:00 PM10h01Malacca, Melaka Sentral6:01 AMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:00 PM10h01Malacca, Melaka Sentral6:01 AMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:30 AM10h01Malacca, Melaka Sentral6:31 PMTanah Merah$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Malacca to Tanah Merah
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Malacca to Tanah Merah among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 10h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $342.
Distance: 249 miles (402 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $406 Average price |
10h 30m Average total duration Fastest 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 23m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Malacca to Tanah Merah Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:31PM | Duration 10h01 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:01AM | Duration 10h01 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sani Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator SANI EXPRESS | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:01AM | Duration 10h01 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:31AM | Duration 10h01 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
Malacca to Tanah Merah bus times
The table below shows live departures for Malacca to Tanah Merah buses for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 12:00 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 10h01 | 10:01 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 12:00 PM Malacca | 9h45 | 9:45 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANI EXPRESS | 12:00 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 10h01 | 10:01 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 1:30 PM Malacca | 9h45 | 11:15 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 1:30 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 10h01 | 11:31 PM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 12:30 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 10h01 | 10:31 AM Tanah Merah | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Malacca to Tanah Merah
Buses from Malacca to Tanah Merah run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 249 miles (402 km) distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 249 miles (402 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 10:30 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Bus providers: Ekspres Perdana from Malacca to Tanah MerahYou can travel by bus between Malacca to Tanah Merah with Ekspres Perdana for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Malacca to Tanah Merah
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malacca to Tanah Merah by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tanah Merah, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Malacca to Tanah Merah
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both cars and motorcycles
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators
- Public toilets available with small fee
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- Taxi: Available at terminal
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available for cars and motorcycles
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: P211, P212, T55
- 07:00-19:00
- Open parking area available
- Available at the entrance
- Basic ramps
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local buses to Kota Bharu, Machang, and surrounding areas
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