How to travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

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Compare bus and flight for Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a flight costs an average of €120.

Distance: 196 miles (316 km)

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€120

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€75

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5h 56m

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5h 26m

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4h 33m

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Compare ways to travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

Compare the available ways to get from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur is a bus with an average price of €28.

This is compared to other travel options from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur:

A bus is €92 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur costing on average €120.

The fastest way to travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Kuala Lumpur take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €28 compared to roughly €75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €48. The journey takes 5h 26m versus 4h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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How to get from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

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There are 2 options to travel between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur is a bus with an average price of €28.

This is compared to other travel options from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur:

A bus is €92 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur costing on average €120.

The fastest way to travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Kuala Lumpur take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 56m.

The distance from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur is approximately 196 miles (316 km).
The average frequency per day from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur is:
  • Around 509 buses per day.
  • Around 36 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur:
  • Flights mostly depart from Singapore and arrive in Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Singapore, Golden Mile Express Bus Terminal and arrive in Kuala Lumpur, TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Billion Stars, Cityline Global Pte Ltd, Starmart Express, GRASSLAND COACH, Transtar Travel Pte Ltd, KKKL Travel & Tours Pte Ltd, KONSORTIUM, Transtar Xtras, Eltabina Jaya Express, Five Stars, ELTABINA EXPRESS, Cosmic Singapore Express, Ekspress Mutiara, Golden Coach x Delima, COSMIC SINGAPORE, Top Liner, The One Travel & Tours, Infobus, City Line, The One Travel & Tours (Five Stars), Sri Maju Group, Causeway Link Express, Qistna Express, Firstcoach, Mutiara LUXE, Ekspres Mutiara, Golden Coach Express, Golden Coach, City Express, Prisma Express, Mutiara Luxe, 707 Inc, Prisma Serimas Holidays Sdn Bhd, Alisan Golden Coach, Alisan Golden Coach Express, Super Nice, ZAIM EXPRESS SDN BHD, Iman Express, Lapan Lapan Travel (88 快车) to go to Kuala Lumpur by bus.
  • Travel with AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, scoot, Batik Air Malaysia, CitizenPlane, Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, Batik Air, Firefly, Vietnam Airlines to go to Kuala Lumpur by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur with the following travel companies:
  • 509 direct buses per day with Billion Stars, Cityline Global Pte Ltd, Starmart Express, GRASSLAND COACH, Transtar Travel Pte Ltd, KKKL Travel & Tours Pte Ltd, KONSORTIUM, Transtar Xtras, Eltabina Jaya Express, Five Stars, ELTABINA EXPRESS, Cosmic Singapore Express, Ekspress Mutiara, Golden Coach x Delima, COSMIC SINGAPORE, Top Liner, The One Travel & Tours, Infobus, City Line, The One Travel & Tours (Five Stars), Sri Maju Group, Causeway Link Express, Qistna Express, Firstcoach, Mutiara LUXE, Ekspres Mutiara, Golden Coach Express, Golden Coach, City Express, Prisma Express, Mutiara Luxe, 707 Inc, Prisma Serimas Holidays Sdn Bhd, Alisan Golden Coach, Alisan Golden Coach Express, Super Nice, ZAIM EXPRESS SDN BHD, Iman Express, Lapan Lapan Travel (88 快车).
  • 35 direct flights per day with AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, scoot, Batik Air Malaysia, CitizenPlane, Ethiopian Airlines, Firefly.
Omio customers who travel from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur often also extend their vacation to go to Jakarta, Langkawi, Bangkok, Kuching, Malacca. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kuala Lumpur and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kuala Lumpur to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

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