Day trip from Kuantan to Kuala Terengganu
Kuala Terengganu lies 171 km (106 mi) north of Kuantan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 171 km (106 mi) apart, Kuala Terengganu is a realistic day trip from Kuantan: about 2 h 46 min each way by road.
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| Kuantan | Kuala Terengganu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 548,014 | 426,500 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Postal codes | 25000–26180 | 20000–21309 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Kuala Terengganu
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Staying in Kuala Terengganu
Our booking partner lists 607 places to stay in Kuala Terengganu. Of the 299 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (125). Across 129 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 49,759 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kuala Terengganu from Kuantan?
171 km (106 mi) in a straight line, north of Kuantan; by road roughly 208 km (129 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kuantan to Kuala Terengganu by road?
About 2 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kuantan and Kuala Terengganu?
No, both are on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kuala Terengganu?
Our booking partner lists 607 places to stay in Kuala Terengganu, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.