Butterworth to Johor Bahru bus with Sri Maju Group

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Butterworth to Johor Bahru

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Cheapest price

$18

Average price

$19

Fastest journey

9 h 9 m

Average duration

9 h 9 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

577 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Butterworth to Johor Bahru is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Butterworth to Johor Bahru will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Butterworth for Johor Bahru on Thu, Dec 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 11 the direct buses cover the 577 km distance in an average of 9 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 9 m .

On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest buses will take 9 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Mayang Sari
03:15PM9h09
Butterworth
12:24AMJohor Bahru
$181One-way
0 transfers
Kejora (TBS)
02:59PM9h09
Butterworth
12:08AMJohor Bahru
$191One-way
0 transfers
Kejora (TBS)
02:30PM9h09
Butterworth
11:39PMJohor Bahru
$201One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Butterworth to Johor Bahru

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Butterworth to Johor Bahru among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €49.

Distance: 358 miles (577 km)

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Flight

€15

Average price

Cheapest

€97

Average price

9h 39m

Average total duration

9h 9m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

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3h 0m

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Butterworth to Johor Bahru Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
12:30AM
Arrival Time
09:39AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
04:54PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
08:15AM
Arrival Time
05:24PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
06:24PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
PERSADA TRAVEL AND TOURS
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
06:24PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
Kejora (TBS)
Departure Time
09:29AM
Arrival Time
06:38PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
06:39PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Kejora (TBS)
Departure Time
09:59AM
Arrival Time
07:08PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
10:15AM
Arrival Time
07:24PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
TRA EXPRESS
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
08:01PM
Duration
9h31
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
KONSORTIUM
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
07:39PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
08:39PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
09:39PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
11:09PM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
12:35AM
Duration
9h35
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
02:35AM
Duration
9h35
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
Sri Maju Group
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
02:39AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
03:35AM
Duration
9h35
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
06:15PM
Arrival Time
03:24AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
07:15PM
Arrival Time
04:24AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
05:09AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
08:15PM
Arrival Time
05:24AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
Kejora (TBS)
Departure Time
08:59PM
Arrival Time
06:08AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
KKKL Sdn Bhd
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
06:09AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Kejora (TBS)
Departure Time
09:29PM
Arrival Time
06:38AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
KKKL Sdn Bhd
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
06:39AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Permata Utara Sdn Bhd
Departure Time
09:31PM
Arrival Time
07:02AM
Duration
9h31
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Permata Utara Sdn Bhd
Departure Time
09:45PM
Arrival Time
06:54AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
07:22AM
Duration
9h22
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
07:09AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Sri Maju Group
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
07:09AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
Kejora (TBS)
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
07:39AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
TRA EXPRESS
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
08:01AM
Duration
9h31
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
KONSORTIUM
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
07:39AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Kejora (TBS)
Departure Time
10:59PM
Arrival Time
08:08AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Pancaran Matahari
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
08:09AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
KPB Ekspress
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
9h35
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
KKKL Sdn Bhd
Departure Time
11:15PM
Arrival Time
08:24AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Mayang Sari
Departure Time
11:15PM
Arrival Time
08:24AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
Billion Stars
Departure Time
11:35PM
Arrival Time
08:44AM
Duration
9h09
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$21

Live departures

Butterworth to Johor Bahru bus times

The table below shows live departures for Butterworth to Johor Bahru buses for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 7:25 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ESB_16_KPB_EKSPRESSKPB EKSPRESS9:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h35
6:35 PM Johor Bahru, Johor Jaya0 transfersDirect
ESB_16_KPB_EKSPRESSKPB EKSPRESS9:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
6:09 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_8_SRI_MAJUSRI MAJU GROUP9:30 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
6:39 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_16_KPB_EKSPRESSKPB EKSPRESS10:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h35
7:35 PM Johor Bahru, Johor Jaya0 transfersDirect
ESB_16_KPB_EKSPRESSKPB EKSPRESS10:00 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
7:09 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_831_BILLION_STARSBILLION STARS10:15 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
7:24 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_831_BILLION_STARSBILLION STARS11:15 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
8:24 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_16_KPB_EKSPRESSKPB EKSPRESS12:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
9:09 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_831_BILLION_STARSBILLION STARS12:15 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
9:24 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_821_KKKL_SDNKKKL SDN BHD1:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
10:09 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_821_KKKL_SDNKKKL SDN BHD1:30 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
10:39 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_1110_PERMATA_UTARAPERMATA UTARA SDN BHD1:31 PM Jalan Pantai (Butterworth)
9h31
11:02 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_1110_PERMATA_UTARAPERMATA UTARA SDN BHD1:45 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
10:54 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_831_BILLION_STARSBILLION STARS2:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
11:09 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_16_KPB_EKSPRESSKPB EKSPRESS2:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h22
11:22 PM Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang0 transfersDirect
ESB_16_KPB_EKSPRESSKPB EKSPRESS2:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h35
11:35 PM Johor Bahru, Johor Jaya0 transfersDirect
ESB_8_SRI_MAJUSRI MAJU GROUP2:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
11:09 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_16_KPB_EKSPRESSKPB EKSPRESS2:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
11:09 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_6059_KONSORTIUMKONSORTIUM2:30 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
11:39 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_5791_TRA_EXPRESSTRA EXPRESS2:30 PM Jalan Pantai (Butterworth)
9h31
12:01 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_5723_PANCARAN_MATAHARIPANCARAN MATAHARI3:00 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
12:09 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_821_KKKL_SDNKKKL SDN BHD3:15 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
12:24 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_399_MAYANG_SARIMAYANG SARI3:15 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
12:24 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect
ESB_831_BILLION_STARSBILLION STARS3:35 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral
9h09
12:44 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru

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Buses from Butterworth to Johor Bahru run on average 41 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.

There are 41 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 358 miles (577 km) distance in 9h 9m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
358 miles (577 km)
Average bus duration
9h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$18 (€14)
Buses per day
41
Direct buses
41
Fastest bus
9h 9m
First bus
00:15
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Sri Maju Group, Mayang Sari, KPB Express JB, Billion Stars Express from Butterworth to Johor BahruYou can travel by bus between Butterworth to Johor Bahru with Sri Maju Group, Mayang Sari, KPB Express JB, Billion Stars Express for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Mayang Sari

About
Established in 1993 in Malaysia, operates from TBS Kuala Lumpur with a fleet of single-deck and double-deck buses. The service includes night buses, accessible travel, luggage included in fare, and excess luggage allowed for a fee. Onboard facilities feature free WiFi, USB plugs, food options, seat reservations, and onboard bathrooms. Pets and bikes are not permitted.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 9m
Cheapest Price
$18 (€14)
Mayang Sari frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
Additional luggage
Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets

Sri Maju Group

About
Established in 1978 in Malaysia, operates from TBS Kuala Lumpur with a fleet of 21-seater single-decker and double-decker express buses featuring modern interiors and full air conditioning. The service includes accessible travel, luggage included in fare, excess luggage allowed for a fee, free onboard WiFi, personal TV screens, food options, seat reservations, and onboard bathrooms. Bikes are not permitted, while pets are also not allowed.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 9m
Cheapest Price
$24 (€19)
Sri Maju Group frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
Additional luggage
Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Amenities on board the bus
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets

KPB Express JB

About
Established in 1983 in Malaysia, operates from Kaunter 9, Terminal Pengangkutan Sementara Penang Sentral. The fleet features spacious seats with USB charging ports and adjustable legroom. Wheelchair access is available upon request. Luggage is not included, but excess and bulky luggage can be carried for an additional fee. Onboard food options are not provided, and pets and bikes are not allowed. Seat reservations are not available, and there are no onboard bathrooms.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 9m
Cheapest Price
$22 (€18)
KPB Express JB frequency
3 a day
Additional luggage
Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation

Billion Stars Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 9m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
Billion Stars Express frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Butterworth to Johor Bahru by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Johor Bahru, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Butterworth to Johor Bahru can start from as little as $18 (€14) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Butterworth to Johor Bahru is $18 (€15); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Butterworth to Johor Bahru bus time is 9 h 9 min   covering the 358 mile (577 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru leaves at 12: 29AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru leaves at 11: 45PM.
Yes, there are 40 direct buses a day from Butterworth to Johor Bahru with Mayang Sari, Sri Maju Group, KPB Express JB or Billion Stars Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Take the Butterworth to Johor Bahru bus with Mayang Sari, Sri Maju Group, KPB Express JB or Billion Stars Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the journey to Johor Bahru from Butterworth as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Butterworth, Penang Sentral, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term. ), located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru is May.
You have options as you can travel between Butterworth and Johor Bahru 2 different ways: bus or flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru:
  • KPB Express JB
    • Wheelchair access available
    • Assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru for bus companies Mayang Sari and Sri Maju Group.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Butterworth to Johor Bahru:
    • Mayang Sari
      • Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
    • Sri Maju Group
      • Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
    Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Butterworth to Johor Bahru:
    • Mayang Sari
      • Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
    • Sri Maju Group
      • Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
    • KPB Express JB
      • Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru with the following bus providers: Mayang Sari, Sri Maju Group and KPB Express JB
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Butterworth to Johor Bahru with the following bus company: Mayang Sari.

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    Popular bus stations from Butterworth to Johor Bahru

    Butterworth
    Johor Bahru
    The major bus station for departures in Butterworth is Jalan Pantai (Butterworth). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Jalan Pantai (Butterworth) for your trip from Butterworth to Johor Bahru.
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Jalan Pantai
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi available
    Parking
    Parking
    • Public parking available nearby
    Dining
    Dining
    • Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available at designated taxi stands
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible
    WC
    WC
    • Public toilets available
    Public transit options for Jalan Pantai (Butterworth)
    • Bus: Rapid Penang 601, 602, 603, 604, 701, 702
    • Ferry: Penang Ferry Service

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