- 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
$5
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$5
Fastest journey on Oct 22
2 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
2 h 47 m
Buses on Oct 22
3
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Muar 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 Muar to Johor Bahru will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 3 buses from Muar to Johor Bahru, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct buses cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest buses will take 2 h 47 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.






Buses from Muar to Johor Bahru run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 1h 32m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Muar to Johor Bahru.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 03:17AM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator KKKL Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:17AM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:32AM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 08:02AM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:32AM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator KKKL Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:47AM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator KKKL Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator City Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:47AM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:17AM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator My Xpress | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator MYXPRESS | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:47AM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:17PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator KKKL Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator KKKL Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:17PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator City Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator City Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:17PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:32PM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator City Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:17PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:02PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:32PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator City Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator KKKL Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator KKKL Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator KKKL Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator KKKL Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator City Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:47PM | Duration 2h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Muar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Executive(2+1) | 5:00 PM Muar | 3h15 | 8:15 PM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
KKKL SDN BHD | 5:00 PM Muar, Bentayan Bus Terminal | 2h47 | 7:47 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 5:00 PM Muar, Bentayan Bus Terminal | 2h47 | 7:47 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 6:00 PM Muar | 3h15 | 9:15 PM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 6:00 PM Muar, Bentayan Bus Terminal | 2h47 | 8:47 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
CITY EXPRESS | 7:00 PM Muar, Bentayan Bus Terminal | 2h47 | 9:47 PM Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 AM Muar | 2h47 | 4:17 AM Johor Bahru | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 AM Muar | 2h47 | 8:02 AM Johor Bahru | 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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JB CIQ Checkpoint -> JB Sentral, Johor Bahru
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Most Muar to Johor Bahru buses use the Muar to Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) station pair. Use this guide to compare Muar and Johor Bahru bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Muar is 2 km from Muar city centre. Public transport options include:
Muar 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 inside.
Ticket office support is available at Muar.
Available at Muar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Muar: Wheelchair accessible.
Terminal Bus Maharani (Muar) is 2 km from Muar city centre. Public transport options include:
Terminal Bus Maharani (Muar) 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 inside.
Ticket office support is available at Terminal Bus Maharani (Muar).
Available at Terminal Bus Maharani (Muar): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Terminal Bus Maharani (Muar): Wheelchair accessible.
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.
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