Express Bus To Perhentian Islands

To get to the Perhentian Islands in Malaysia, you can take a combination of bus and boat. The Perhentian Islands are located on the northeast coast of Peninsular Malaysia, and the nearest major bus terminal is in Kuala Besut, which is the gateway to the islands.

If you're starting from Kuala Lumpur or other major cities in Malaysia, you can take a long-distance bus to Kuala Besut. You may need to transfer at a central bus terminal like the Hentian Putra or Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS) in Kuala Lumpur. You can check our schedules and book tickets in advance through our respective websites or at the bus terminals.

The bus journey can take around 8-9 hours or more, depending on your starting location and the traffic conditions. The bus will drop you off at Kuala Besut, which is the town closest to the Perhentian Islands. From the bus terminal in Kuala Besut, you can easily walk to the jetty, which is just a short distance away. Once you arrive at the Kuala Besut jetty, you'll need to purchase a boat ticket to the Perhentian Islands.

Once you arrive at the Kuala Besut jetty, you'll need to purchase a boat ticket to the Perhentian Islands. Boats regularly depart from Kuala Besut to the Perhentian Islands, specifically to the villages of Perhentian Besar and Perhentian Kecil.

It's essential to check the bus and boat schedules in advance, especially during peak travel seasons, and consider making reservations to ensure you have a seat on the bus and a spot on the boat to the Perhentian Islands. Also, keep in mind that the availability and schedules may change, so it's a good idea to verify the most up-to-date information before your trip.