The cheapest and fastest buses from Johor Bahru to Tumpat
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
11 h 42 m
Average duration
11 h 55 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
555 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Johor Bahru to Tumpat 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 Tumpat will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 15 buses that leave Johor Bahru for Tumpat on Wed, May 13, 15 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 555 km distance in an average of 11 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 42 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest buses will take 12 h 12 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.
Double Deck(2+1)9:05 PM11h42Johor Bahru8:47 AMTumpat$221One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)7:45 PM12h21Johor Bahru8:06 AMTumpat$221One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)8:45 PM11h42Johor Bahru8:27 AMTumpat$221One-way0 transfers
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)8:45 PM12h15Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal)9:00 AMTumpat$321One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:30 PM12h15Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal)8:45 AMTumpat$321One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)9:05 PM11h42Johor Bahru8:47 AMTumpat$221One-way0 transfers
Double Deck(2+1)8:45 PM11h42Johor Bahru8:27 AMTumpat$221One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:30 PM12h00Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal)8:30 AMTumpat, Pengkalan Kubor$321One-way0 transfers
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD)8:45 PM12h00Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal)8:45 AMTumpat, Pengkalan Kubor$321One-way0 transfers
EKSPRESS MUTIARA8:50 PM12h12Johor Bahru, Ulu Tiram9:02 AMTumpat, Pengkalan Kubor$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Johor Bahru to Tumpat
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Johor Bahru to Tumpat among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 344 miles (555 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 42m Average total duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration Fastest 6h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Johor Bahru to Tumpat:
A bus is $103 (€83) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Johor Bahru to Tumpat costing on average $126 (€101).
Other travel options to Tumpat take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 12m.
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Johor Bahru to Tumpat Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 08:29AM | Duration 12h44 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 08:06AM | Duration 12h21 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 08:18AM | Duration 12h33 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 08:27AM | Duration 11h42 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Ekspress Mutiara | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:02AM | Duration 12h12 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Perdana Express (Tiara Pesona Sdn Bhd) | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 09:17AM | Duration 12h12 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Ekspres Perdana | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 08:47AM | Duration 11h42 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Live departures
Johor Bahru to Tumpat bus times
The table below shows live departures for Johor Bahru to Tumpat 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 7:45 PM Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Pasir Gudang | 12h33 | 8:18 AM Tumpat, Pengkalan Kubor | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 7:45 PM Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Pasir Gudang | 12h44 | 8:29 AM Tumpat | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 7:45 PM Johor Bahru | 12h21 | 8:06 AM Tumpat | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 7:45 PM Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Pasir Gudang | 12h44 | 8:29 AM Tumpat | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 7:45 PM Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Pasir Gudang | 12h33 | 8:18 AM Tumpat, Pengkalan Kubor | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:30 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 12h00 | 8:30 AM Tumpat, Pengkalan Kubor | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:30 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 12h15 | 8:45 AM Tumpat | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 8:45 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 12h00 | 8:45 AM Tumpat, Pengkalan Kubor | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 8:45 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 12h15 | 9:00 AM Tumpat | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 8:45 PM Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 8:27 AM Tumpat | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:50 PM Johor Bahru, Ulu Tiram | 12h12 | 9:02 AM Tumpat, Pengkalan Kubor | 0 transfersDirect | |
EKSPRESS MUTIARA | 8:50 PM Johor Bahru, Ulu Tiram | 12h19 | 9:09 AM Tumpat | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 9:05 PM Johor Bahru, Ulu Tiram | 12h12 | 9:17 AM Tumpat, Pengkalan Kubor | 0 transfersDirect | |
Double Deck(2+1) | 9:05 PM Johor Bahru | 11h42 | 8:47 AM Tumpat | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERDANA EXPRESS (TIARA PESONA SDN BHD) | 9:05 PM Johor Bahru, Ulu Tiram | 12h19 | 9:24 AM Tumpat | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Johor Bahru to Tumpat
Buses from Johor Bahru to Tumpat run on average 11 times per day, taking around 12h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 19:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 344 miles (555 km) distance in 10h 13m.
Distance 344 miles (555 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 10h 13m |
First bus 7:00 PM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Johor Bahru to Tumpat
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johor Bahru to Tumpat 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 Tumpat, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Johor Bahru to Tumpat
- 06:00-22:00
- Free parking available for buses and private vehicles
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: P102, P211, T22
- 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
- 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
- 07:00-19:00
- Free parking available at terminal
- Small local food stalls nearby
- Taxis available at terminal entrance
- Ramps available
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local buses to Kota Bharu and surrounding areas
- 07:00-19:00
- Free parking available at the terminal
- Local food stalls nearby
- Taxis available at the terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- Train: KTM Intercity to Wakaf Bharu
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