Trip Cost
KL → Kota Bharu: Fuel & Toll Cost (440 km)
KL → Kota Bharu is roughly 440 km one way, with about RM 9.50 in Class-1 tolls (Via Gua Musang / the Central Spine Road — mostly toll-free.). At 7L/100km on the subsidised BUDI 95 price (RM 1.99/litre), fuel costs about RM 61.29 one way — about RM 70.79 with tolls. The table below covers other consumption levels.
| Consumption (L/100km) | Fuel (BUDI RM 1.99) | Fuel (market RM 4.32) | One-way total* | Round-trip total* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0 | RM 43.78 | RM 95.04 | RM 53.28 | RM 106.56 |
| 6.0 | RM 52.54 | RM 114.05 | RM 62.04 | RM 124.08 |
| 7.0 | RM 61.29 | RM 133.06 | RM 70.79 | RM 141.58 |
| 8.0 | RM 70.05 | RM 152.06 | RM 79.55 | RM 159.10 |
| 9.0 | RM 78.80 | RM 171.07 | RM 88.30 | RM 176.60 |
| 10.0 | RM 87.56 | RM 190.08 | RM 97.06 | RM 194.12 |
* Total = BUDI fuel + RM 9.50 toll (one way). Prices are for the week of 2026-10-22; they change every Thursday.
How to spend less on this trip
- Fill up locally before you leave — highway R&R queues are longer.
- Cruise at 90–110 km/h: above 110 km/h consumption can rise by up to 25%.
- Check tyre pressure; under-inflated tyres add ~3% consumption.
- If the weekly trend is falling, fill after Thursday's new price.
FAQ
How much is the toll from KL to Kota Bharu?
About RM 9.50 one way for a Class 1 car. Via Gua Musang / the Central Spine Road — mostly toll-free. The exact amount depends on your entry/exit plazas.
How much fuel does KL to Kota Bharu use?
At 7L/100km you need about 30.8 litres — roughly RM 61.29 at the subsidised BUDI 95 price (RM 1.99/litre) or RM 133.06 at the market price (RM 4.32/litre).
How much should I budget for the round trip?
At 7L/100km on the BUDI price, budget about RM 141.58 for fuel plus tolls both ways. Add 10–15% headroom for traffic and detours.
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