The cheapest and fastest buses from Johor Bahru to Bachok
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
531 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Johor Bahru to Bachok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Johor Bahru to Bachok will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 1 buses that leave Johor Bahru for Bachok on Wed, May 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct buses cover the 531 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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.
3:15 PM8h30Johor Bahru11:45 PMBachok$181One-way0 transfers
3:15 PM8h30Johor Bahru11:45 PMBachok$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Johor Bahru to Bachok
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Johor Bahru to Bachok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 329 miles (531 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration Fastest 6h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Johor Bahru to Bachok:
A bus is $149 (€120) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Johor Bahru to Bachok costing on average $168 (€135).
Other travel options to Bachok take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 30m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (8h 30m by bus vs 8h 32m by car) and save roughly $13 (€10) compared to fuel and tolls ($19 (€15) vs $32 (€26)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Johor Bahru to Bachok Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:09AM | Duration 11h39 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 11h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:37AM | Duration 10h52 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 07:51AM | Duration 9h36 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Live departures
Johor Bahru to Bachok bus times
The table below shows live departures for Johor Bahru to Bachok buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:15 PM Johor Bahru | 8h30 | 11:45 PM Bachok | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Johor Bahru to Bachok
Buses from Johor Bahru to Bachok run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 21:20. The fastest bus covers the 329 miles (531 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 329 miles (531 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 10:30 AM |
Last bus 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Johor Bahru to Bachok
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johor Bahru to Bachok 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 Bachok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Johor Bahru to Bachok
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available at terminal grounds
- Local food stalls and small restaurants available within terminal
- Available outside the terminal
- Basic wheelchair access
- Available with small fee
- Bus: P201, P202, P203, P204
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various local food stalls available
- Taxi stand available at terminal entrance
- Wheelchair accessible facilities
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses, intercity buses
- Taxi: Available at terminal
- 07:00-19:00
- Available in front of terminal
- Small food stalls and local vendors nearby
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Ramps available
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local bus services
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