Cross-Border
Travel Guide
Johor Bahru City Centre Guide
BusGoWhere Team
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Travel Time
1-2.5 hours including immigration
Fare Range
RM 2.00 - RM 6.00 / S$ 2.00 - S$ 4.50
Best For
Shopping, Food, Weekend Trips
Bus Routes
CW1
CW2
CW4
170
950
Nearby MRT Stations
Kranji
Jurong East
Overview
Johor Bahru (JB) City Centre is the closest Malaysian city to Singapore, offering shopping, dining, and entertainment at significantly lower prices. Popular for weekend getaways and shopping trips.
How To Get There
- Via Woodlands Causeway (Northern Route):: CW1 from Kranji MRT to JB Sentral. CW2 from Kranji to Larkin Sentral. Bus 170 and 950 also cross at Woodlands.
- Via Tuas Second Link (Western Route):: CW4 from Jurong East to JB Sentral via Tuas Checkpoint.
Recommended Routes
- CW1: Most frequent service (10-15 min intervals), Kranji MRT to JB Sentral.
- CW2: Direct to Larkin Sentral (long-distance bus terminal).
- CW4: Less crowded Second Link route, faster during peak hours.
Immigration Tips
- Passport validity must be at least 6 months
- Be prepared for 30-90 minute immigration clearance during peak times
- Download MySejahtera app (required for Malaysia entry)
- Keep passport accessible throughout journey
Money Saving Tips
- Cross-border buses accept both SGD and MYR (better rates at money changers)
- Avoid weekend mornings and Sunday evenings (longest queues)
- Buy return tickets for small discount
Local Insights
- Best days to visit: Weekday mornings (shortest immigration queues)
- City Square and KSL City are closest malls to JB Sentral
- Download Grab app for cheap transport within JB