How to Get From Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur
Bus · Minivan · Taxi
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In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 240 kilometre (149 miles) distance from Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur. By the end of this guide, you'll know exactly how to get there — whether you want to travel on a budget, reach Kuala Lumpur as fast as possible, or enjoy the ride in comfort. We base our information on verified schedules, ticket prices, and on-the-ground insights from recent travellers.
What are the 3 ways to travel from Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur?
There are three ways to travel the 240 km distance from Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur. You can choose between the bus, minivan, and private.
The journey takes between 4h–5h and the quickest way is by private (4h). If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at 20 MYR ($5.00).
4h 5m - 5h 5m
20 MYR ($5.00)
5h - 7h 30m
78 MYR ($20)
4 hours
470 MYR ($120)
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Onward from Kuala Lumpur
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Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur by Bus
Step 1: Taman Negara (Kuala Tahan) to Jerantut by Bus
Bus Latiff and Pahang Lin Siong are two bus companies that offer affordable transfers from Taman Negara to Jerantut, with fares from 7 MYR ($1.80). Alternatively, you can take the NKS shuttle coach for a few dollars more.
Below are the schedules we recommend if you want to make the connecting bus to Kuala Lumpur on the same day:
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Direct operator sites
The buses depart from Taman Negara Bus Stop at Kuala Tahan city centre and arrive at Jerantut Bus Station. You can buy your ticket at the bus stop, but try to arrive 30 minutes before departure time to secure a seat. If travelling with NKS, you can also reserve a ticket through their website.
Taman Negara to Jerantut by Longboat
If you didn’t take this route on your way to Taman Negara, we recommend trying it out on your way back to Jerantut. It takes longer, but it’s very serene and scenic.
From Taman Negara, you’ll need to take a 3-hr longboat ride to Kuala Tembeling Ferry Port. Then you’ll have to transfer to a bus for a 30-min ride to Jerantut. Some companies already offer combined longboat and bus rides, try asking your guesthouse if they can help you book one. Total fares start from 55 MYR ($14).
There are limited longboat trips so ask for the latest schedule at least a day before your trip.
Step 2: Jerantut to Kuala Lumpur by Bus
Perwira Ekspres, SE Ekspres, and TransMalaya Ekspres operate trips from Jerantut to Kuala Lumpur daily. Travel time is about 3h 5m - 3h 35m and tickets start from 13 MYR ($3.30).
You can easily buy your tickets at the bus station, but if you want to book one beforehand, TransMalaya is available on RedBus from 24 MYR ($6.00). Below are their schedules:
Booking Tip
Buses depart from Jerantut Bus Station and arrive at Pekeliling Bus Terminal in Kuala Lumpur. If you’re heading to a hotel in KL city centre, you can take the train from the nearby Titiwangsa Train Station.
Note that TransMalaya also has a bus that arrives at Kuala Lumpur Bus Terminal (TBS). This departs at 18:30 from Jerantut Bus Station. The journey takes 3 hr 15 mins and you can get a ticket for 22 MYR ($5.50).
Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur by Minivan
Han Travel organises combined boat and minivan transfers from Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur. It’s not exactly a direct option, but at least you won’t have to worry about your connecting ride.
From Taman Negara, you will take a 3-hour longboat ride to Kuala Tembeling and then hop on your connecting minivan (or bus during busy season) bound for Kuala Lumpur.
A note for the longboat ride: make sure your electricals are packed away safely as the boat’s roof doesn’t protect you if there’s heavy rain.
Combined tickets for the Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur journey cost 78 MYR ($20) and travel time is 5h - 7h 30m when you book via BookAway. The minivan parks at the Han Travel office in Bangunan Mariamman, Kuala Lumpur city centre.
Minivan schedule from Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur
Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur by Taxi
If you don’t mind spending more for a private trip, you can also take a taxi from Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur. As this is a long-distance trip, it might be best to ask your guesthouse for driver recommendations.
Rates start from 470 MYR ($120) for the trip that is 4 hours long.
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur. If there's anything else you're wondering about, drop us a comment and we'll do our best to answer you within a few days.
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The distance from Taman Negara to Kuala Lumpur is 240 km.
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