4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from George Town to Johor Bahru
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
9 h 8 m
Average duration
9 h 8 m
Buses per day
84
Distance
580 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from George Town to Johor Bahru is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from George Town to Johor Bahru will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 84 buses that leave George Town for Johor Bahru every day 84 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 580 km distance in an average of 9 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 8 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 8 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.
MAYANG SARI
Executive(2+1)
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD
KEJORA (TBS)KEJORA (TBS)KEJORA (TBS)KEJORA (TBS)
BILLION STARSBILLION STARS
KPB EKSPRESS
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for George Town to Johor Bahru
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from George Town to Johor Bahru among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 580 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
George Town to Johor Bahru bus times
The table below shows live departures for George Town to Johor Bahru coaches for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:15 George Town | 9h09 | 00:24 Johor Bahru | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 16:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 9h09 | 01:39 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 17:00 Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong | 9h08 | 02:08 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 22:25 George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 07:40 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 23:00 Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong | 9h08 | 08:08 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 23:30 George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 08:45 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 23:45 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 9h09 | 08:54 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| KPB EKSPRESS | 00:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 9h09 | 09:24 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 00:30 Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong | 9h08 | 09:38 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 00:30 George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 09:45 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 00:45 Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong | 9h08 | 09:53 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 01:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 9h09 | 10:24 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
 PERSADA TRAVEL AND TOURS | 01:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 9h09 | 10:24 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KEJORA (TBS) | 01:29 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 9h09 | 10:38 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
 Executive(2+1) | 01:29 George Town | 9h45 | 11:14 Johor Bahru | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 01:30 Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong | 9h08 | 10:38 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 01:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 9h09 | 10:39 Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Term.) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from George Town to Johor Bahru
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Buses from George Town to Johor Bahru run on average 39 times per day, taking around 9h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 39 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 580 km distance in 9h 9m.
Distance 580 km |
Average bus duration 9h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 9h 9m |
First bus 06:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: Permata Utara Sdn Bhd, Billion Stars, Super Nice, Rapid Penang, Billion Stars Express from George Town to Johor BahruYou can travel by bus between George Town to Johor Bahru with Permata Utara Sdn Bhd, Billion Stars, Super Nice, Rapid Penang, Billion Stars Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: George Town to Johor Bahru coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from George Town to Johor Bahru by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Johor Bahru, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from George Town, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal, George Town, PEN - Prangin Mall, Gelugor, Bus Terminal Sungai Nibong and Butterworth, Penang Sentral. When arriving in Johor Bahru, you can end your journey in coach stations like Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal), Johor Bahru, Bus Terminal Pasir Gudang and Johor Bahru, Johor Jaya.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from George Town, Komtar Bus Terminal, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Johor Bahru (JB Larkin Bus Terminal), located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from George Town to Johor Bahru, follow these tips:
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- Billion Stars
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Super Nice
- Each passenger is entitled to hand carry baggage not exceeding 20 kilos.
- Billion Stars
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Super Nice
- Excessive baggage beyond the 20 kilos limit incurs additional fees.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in George Town and Johor Bahru
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 07:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in KOMTAR complex
- Available at KOMTAR complex parking lots
- Food court and various eateries in KOMTAR complex
- Available at designated taxi stands outside KOMTAR
- Wheelchair accessible, elevators available
- Public toilets available in terminal
- Bus: Rapid Penang buses, CAT Free Shuttle
- Local bus services to all parts of Penang Island
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 07:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi at Prangin Mall
- Available at Prangin Mall parking complex
- Located inside Prangin Mall food court and surrounding area
- Available at designated taxi stand outside Prangin Mall
- Ramps, elevators
- Available inside Prangin Mall
- Bus: 101, 102, 103, 204, 301, 302
- Rapid Penang buses
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Public parking available
- Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: 1B, 39, 227, BET1
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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