Driving from Kota Bharu to Bukit Mertajam
Bukit Mertajam lies 214 km (133 mi) south-west of Kota Bharu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 16 min without stops, over roughly 261 km (162 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Kota Bharu | Bukit Mertajam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 568,900 | 212,329 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Postal codes | 15000–16150 | 14000–14020 |
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Common questions
How far is Bukit Mertajam from Kota Bharu?
214 km (133 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kota Bharu; by road roughly 261 km (162 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kota Bharu to Bukit Mertajam by car?
About 3 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kota Bharu and Bukit Mertajam?
No, both are on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.