- Must visit
Royal Abu Bakar Museum
Former royal palace with exhibits on Johor's rulers, regalia, and history, set within one of the city's key heritage buildings.
Cheapest price on Oct 22
$29
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$31
Fastest journey on Oct 22
9 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
9 h 15 m
Buses on Oct 22
29
Distance
580 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from George Town 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 George Town to Johor Bahru will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 29 buses from George Town to Johor Bahru, including 29 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct buses cover the 580 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.
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BILLION STARSBuses from George Town to Johor Bahru run on average 39 times per day, taking around 9h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 39 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 360 miles (580 km) distance in 9h 8m.
Distance 360 miles (580 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 9h 8m |
First bus 6:25 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from George Town to Johor Bahru.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 01:59AM | Arrival Time 11:44AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Billion Stars | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Billion Stars | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Billion Stars | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Billion Stars | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 09:29AM | Arrival Time 07:14PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 09:59AM | Arrival Time 07:44PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Billion Stars | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Billion Stars | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator KPB Ekspress | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:09PM | Duration 9h09 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Billion Stars | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator KONSORTIUM | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 11:39PM | Duration 9h09 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Pancaran Matahari | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 12:09AM | Duration 9h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 12:24AM | Duration 9h09 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator KKKL Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 08:59PM | Arrival Time 06:44AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator LA Holidays Travel and Tours Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Billion Stars | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator KKKL Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 09:29PM | Arrival Time 07:14AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator KKKL Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator LA Holidays Travel and Tours Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator LA Holidays Travel and Tours Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 07:59AM | Duration 10h24 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Billion Stars | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Kejora Mashyur (KL) V Kejora | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 08:44AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Pancaran Matahari | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator KKKL Express | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for George Town to Johor Bahru buses for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Executive(2+1) | 8:30 PM George Town | 9h45 | 6:15 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:00 PM George Town | 9h45 | 6:45 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:00 PM George Town | 10h24 | 7:24 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 9:00 PM George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 6:15 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:00 PM George Town | 9h45 | 6:45 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:00 PM George Town | 9h45 | 6:45 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:30 PM George Town | 9h45 | 7:15 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:30 PM George Town | 9h45 | 7:15 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:35 PM George Town | 9h45 | 7:20 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:35 PM George Town | 9h45 | 7:20 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:35 PM George Town | 10h24 | 7:59 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 10:05 PM George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 7:20 AM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 11:00 PM George Town | 9h45 | 8:45 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 11:15 PM George Town | 9h45 | 9:00 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
BILLION STARS | 6:25 AM George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 3:40 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 7:25 AM George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 4:40 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 7:30 AM George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 4:45 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 8:30 AM George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 5:45 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:29 AM George Town | 9h45 | 7:14 PM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 9:59 AM George Town | 9h45 | 7:44 PM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 10:25 AM George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 7:40 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 11:25 AM George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 8:40 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 12:30 PM George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 9:45 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Former royal palace with exhibits on Johor's rulers, regalia, and history, set within one of the city's key heritage buildings.
Interactive heritage museum covering Johor's past, culture, and geography in a restored building close to the old downtown area.
Small gallery preserving the history of Chinese migrants in Johor Bahru through documents, objects, and community stories.
Revitalized old street lined with murals, shophouses, and heritage details, popular for walking and seeing central Johor Bahru's character.
Waterfront promenade facing the straits, good for evening walks, city views, and seeing public spaces near the border crossing.
Large urban park with a lake, jogging paths, and open lawns, popular with locals for relaxed walks away from the busy center.
Spicy Malay rice dish cooked in aromatic broth and served with beef or chicken. A Johor royal-influenced specialty distinct from other Malaysian biryanis.
Johor-style laksa uses spaghetti in a rich fish-based coconut gravy with herbs and sambal. It is a signature dish strongly linked to Johor’s culinary identity.
Banana blossom salad mixed with dried shrimp, chili, lime and coconut. A classic Johor Malay dish valued for its tart, savory and textural contrast.
Historic city-centre kopitiam known for charcoal-grilled toast, soft-boiled eggs and local coffee in a nostalgic traditional setting.
Polished hotel dining venue known for Malay and Malaysian dishes, suitable for a more refined meal with comfortable contemporary surroundings.
Long-running banana leaf restaurant popular for fish head curry, South Indian sides and lively casual meals close to the city centre.
Budget-friendly for Singapore day trips; hotels, hawker meals, and ride-hailing usually cost less than in major regional cities.
Tipping is not expected. Many restaurants add 10% service charge. Round up small taxi fares and leave small change at cafés only for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from George Town 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.

Most George Town to Johor Bahru buses use the George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal to Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) station pair, with some services arriving at Johor Bahru, Johor Jaya. Use this guide to compare George Town and Johor Bahru bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various eateries in KOMTAR complex
Free Wi-Fi available in KOMTAR complex. ATMs are aTMs available in KOMTAR complex.
Ticket office support is available at George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal.
Available at George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible, elevators available.
Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) is 2 km from Johor Bahru city centre. Public transport options include:
Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various local food stalls available
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are several ATMs from major Malaysian banks.
Ticket office support is available at Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.).
Available at Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.): Wheelchair accessible facilities.
Johor Bahru, Johor Jaya is 9 km from Johor Bahru city centre. Public transport options include:
Johor Bahru, Johor Jaya has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines available near bus terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Johor Bahru, Johor Jaya.
Available at Johor Bahru, Johor Jaya: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Johor Bahru, Johor Jaya: Wheelchair ramps.
Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang is 15 km from Johor Bahru city centre. Public transport options include:
Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants available within terminal
ATMs are located near ticket counters.
Ticket office support is available at Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang.
Available at Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Johor Bahru, Terminal Bas Pasir Gudang: Basic wheelchair access.
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