The Johor Bahru to Singapore route is one of the world’s busiest border crossings, with millions commuting daily between these two iconic cities. Taking a bus from Johor Bahru (JB) to Singapore is easy - you can board an express coach or public transit service from terminals like JB Sentral and Gelang Patah. A bus from Johor Bahru to Singapore crosses the Causeway via the Woodlands Checkpoint or Tuas Second Link. The average journey from JB to SG takes 1 hours by bus, depending on border traffic. Cross-border bus ticket fares for JB to SG start from as low as RM 8.
Many people opt to live in Johor Bahru due to its affordable accommodations and cost of living, and commute to Singapore for work or study. Tourists also find JB an ideal base for its lower costs, travelling to Singapore for sightseeing and shopping. Johor Bahru is a cultural hub in Malaysia, known for its diverse architecture and vibrant population. Meanwhile, Singapore offers unique attractions, world-class restaurants, and bustling hawker centres, making it an exciting destination for day trips or extended vacations.
Key Check Points and Route Hubs for JB to SG Buses
Boarding Points in Johor Bahru, Malaysia
- JB CIQ (Bangunan Sultan Iskandar) / JB Sentral
- KSL Resort.
- Grand Paragon Hotel
- New York Hotel
Border Crossings
The Johor–Singapore Causeway (via Woodlands) or Tuas Second Link.
Dropping Points in Singapore
- Queen Street Terminal (Bugis)
- Kranji MRT
- Changi Airport
- Resort World Sentosa
- Jurong East.
Top Bus Operators - Johor Bahru to Singapore
There are over 143 bus services daily for JB to SG with buses operating from 05:00 to 20:00 every day. With multiple departures throughout the day, passengers can select their travel conveniently. You can use the smart filters on redBus and book your bus ticket online to secure the best travel time and fare. There are 2 top operators preferred by travelers on this route -
Transtar Cross Border Bus
Transtar Cross Border buses run every hour from JB to SG. Transtar Cross Border buses offer the following dropping points for your JB to SG travel -
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- Changi Airport
- TS1 Expo Mrt Stn Exit B
- TS1 Opp Mera Terr
- TS6 Gul Circle Station Exit A
- TS6 Opp One North Stn Exit A
- TS6 The Star Vista
- TS6 Tuas Link Stn
- TS6 Tuas West Rd Stn Exit A
- TS8 Blk16 Cantonment Link
- TS8 Opp Great World City
- TS8 Opp Outram Pk Stn
- TS8 Opp Stevens Ct
- TS8 Raffles Town Club
- TS8 Resort World Sentosa
- TS8 Thong Teck Building
- Tuas Checkpoint
Causeway Link Express
Causeway Link Express buses offer services from Johor Bahru CIQ First Link and Second Link to Singapore. They have a wide network of buses highly recommended for daily commuters via its different services.
Several other city buses offer services from JB to SG to citizens.
| Bus Service | Best For |
| Transtar Cross Border | For people going to Changi airport and other drop-off points at the border crossing |
| Causeway Link (CW1) |
Quickest connection to the MRT network
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| Causeway Link (CW2) |
Direct access to downtown Singapore
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| SBS Transit (170 / 170X) |
Budget-friendly, seamless ez-link integration
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| SMRT (950) |
Direct route to Woodlands area
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