The cheapest and fastest buses from Johor Bahru to Simpang
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
7 h 49 m
Average duration
7 h 53 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Johor Bahru to Simpang 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 Simpang will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 3 buses that leave Johor Bahru for Simpang on Sat, Nov 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 504 km distance in an average of 7 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 49 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 8 h 1 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Johor Bahru to Simpang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Johor Bahru to Simpang 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 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €36.
Distance: 313 miles (504 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Johor Bahru to Simpang Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator KPB Ekspress | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:01PM | Duration 8h01 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator KPB Ekspress | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:19PM | Duration 7h49 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Starmart Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:58PM | Duration 8h28 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Starmart Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 06:16PM | Duration 8h01 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Starmart Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:34PM | Duration 7h49 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 09:28PM | Arrival Time 05:29AM | Duration 8h01 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Live departures
Johor Bahru to Simpang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Johor Bahru to Simpang buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Executive(2+1) | 10:15 AM Johor Bahru | 8h27 | 6:42 PM Simpang | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 10:45 AM Johor Bahru | 8h27 | 7:12 PM Simpang | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 1:28 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 8h01 | 9:29 PM Simpang Taiping, Market | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 22 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Johor Bahru | 7h49 | 8:19 AM Simpang | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Johor Bahru to Simpang
Buses from Johor Bahru to Simpang run on average 31 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 31 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 313 miles (504 km) distance in 7h 49m.
Distance 313 miles (504 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 7h 49m |
First bus 08:00 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: KPB Ekspress from Johor Bahru to SimpangYou can travel by bus between Johor Bahru to Simpang with KPB Ekspress for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Johor Bahru to Simpang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johor Bahru to Simpang 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 Simpang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Johor Bahru, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Tun Aminah, Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal), Johor Bahru, Sri Puteri (Skudai), Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Pasir Gudang and Johor Bahru, Sri Putri (Shell). When arriving in Simpang, you can end your route in bus stations like Simpang Taiping, Market and Simpang Taiping, KFC.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Tun Aminah, which is located around 9.6 miles (15.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Simpang Taiping, Market, located 0.6 miles (966 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Johor Bahru to Simpang
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available for cars and motorcycles
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: P-211, P-212, P-403, P-405
- 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
- 07:00-22:00
- Available at Shell station parking area
- Shell station convenience store
- Available at the Shell station
- Basic ramps
- Available at Shell station
- Bus: P-211, P-212
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Public parking available
- Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: 1B, 39, 227, BET1
- 07:00-22:00
- Free parking available for passengers
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available at no charge
- Bus: P-211, P-212, JB02
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available at terminal premises
- KFC restaurant and local food stalls
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses, intercity buses
- Train: JB Sentral nearby
- Street parking available
- Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
- Taxis available at the roadside
- Basic ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- Street parking available
- KFC restaurant adjacent to the bus stop
- Available at the main road
- Basic ramp access
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
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