What is the cheapest way to get from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru?

The cheapest way to get from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru is to line 170 bus which costs RM 4 - RM 7 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru?

The fastest way to get from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru is to drive which takes 20 min and costs RM 16 - RM 25.

Is there a direct bus between Bukit Timah and Johor Bahru?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sixth Ave Ctr and arriving at Johor Bahru Checkpt. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Bukit Timah and Johor Bahru?

No, there is no direct train from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru. However, there are services departing from Sixth Avenue and arriving at Marsiling via Newton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru?

The distance between Bukit Timah and Johor Bahru is 29 km. The road distance is 22 km.

How do I travel from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru without a car?

The best way to get from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru without a car is to subway which takes 49 min and costs RM 6 - RM 9.

How long does it take to get from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru?

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru bus from?

Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru bus services, operated by SBS Transit, depart from Sixth Ave Ctr station.

Where do I catch the Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru train from?

Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru train services, operated by SMRT, depart from Newton station.

Where does the Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru bus arrive?

Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru bus services, operated by SBS Transit, arrive at Johor Bahru Checkpt station.

Where does the Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru train arrive?

Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru train services, operated by SMRT, arrive at Marsiling station.

Can I drive from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru?

Yes, the driving distance between Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru is 22 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru.

Where can I stay near Johor Bahru?

There are 3465+ hotels available in Johor Bahru.

Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru - 3 ways to travel via subway, line 170 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru by subway, bus, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Newton to Marsilingsubway Ns
49 min
RM 7–9
Line 170 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sixth Ave Ctr to Johor Bahru Checkptbus 170
1h 16m
RM 4–7
Drive 22 km
1. Drive from Bukit Timah to Johor Bahrucar 22 km
20 min
RM 17–25

Bukit Timah to Johor Bahru by subway

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Distance: 28.9 km
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Bukit Timah, Singapore and Johor Bahru, Malaysia?

SMRT operates a subway from Newton to Marsiling every 10 minutes. Tickets cost RM 2–4 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, SBS Transit operates a bus from Sixth Ave Ctr to Johor Bahru Checkpt every 20 minutes. Tickets cost RM 4–7 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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