Pelentong to Kuantan by bus
Kuantan lies 260 km (161 mi) north of Pelentong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 55 min including stops, over roughly 317 km (197 mi) of road.
| Pelentong | Kuantan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 583,640 | 548,014 |
| Elevation | 25 m (82 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
Where to book buses from Pelentong to Kuantan
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Staying in Kuantan
Our booking partner lists 664 places to stay in Kuantan. Of the 379 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (206), and 5 are five-star. Across 192 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 95,925 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kuantan from Pelentong?
260 km (161 mi) in a straight line, north of Pelentong; by road roughly 317 km (197 mi).
How long does it take to get from Pelentong to Kuantan by bus?
About 4 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pelentong and Kuantan?
No, both are on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kuantan?
Our booking partner lists 664 places to stay in Kuantan, 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.