What is the cheapest way to get from Johor to Arau?

The cheapest way to get from Johor to Arau is to train which costs RM 21 - RM 95 and takes 9h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Johor to Arau?

The fastest way to get from Johor to Arau is to fly and tram which takes 4h 3m and costs RM 260 - RM 600.

Is there a direct bus between Johor and Arau?

No, there is no direct bus from Johor to Arau. However, there are services departing from Sekolah Kebangsaan IJ Convent and arriving at Alor Setar via JB Larkin Terminal and Terminal Bersepadu Selatan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Johor and Arau?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jb Sentral and arriving at Arau. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Johor to Arau?

The distance between Johor and Arau is 691 km. The road distance is 801.8 km.

How do I travel from Johor to Arau without a car?

The best way to get from Johor to Arau without a car is to train which takes 9h 18m and costs RM 21 - RM 95.

How long does it take to get from Johor to Arau?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Johor to Arau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johor to Arau bus from?

Johor to Arau bus services, operated by KKKL Express, depart from JB Larkin Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Johor to Arau train from?

Johor to Arau train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Jb Sentral station.

Train or bus from Johor to Arau?

The best way to get from Johor to Arau is to train which takes 9h 18m and costs RM 21 - RM 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 110 - RM 270 and takes 12h 32m.

Where does the Johor to Arau bus arrive?

Johor to Arau bus services, operated by KKKL Express, arrive at Terminal Bersepadu Selatan station.

Where does the Johor to Arau train arrive?

Johor to Arau train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Arau station.

Can I drive from Johor to Arau?

Yes, the driving distance between Johor to Arau is 802 km. It takes approximately 8h 38m to drive from Johor to Arau.

Where can I stay near Arau?

There are 443+ hotels available in Arau.

Johor to Arau - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Johor to Arau by plane, tram, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Senai International Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from Senai International Airport (JHB) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane JHB - AOR
2. Take the tram from Anak Bukit to Arautram
4h 3m
RM 269–602
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jb Sentral to Arautrain Ets
9h 18m
RM 21–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Larkin Bus Terminal to Butterworthbus Larkin Bus Terminal
2. Take the train from Butterworth to Arautrain Butterworth
12h 32m
RM 112–262
Drive 801.8 km
1. Drive from Johor Bahru to Araucar 801.8 km
8h 38m
RM 135–194
Bus to Singapore Changi Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Johor Bahru CIQ to Expo Stnbus
2. Fly from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane SIN - AOR
7h 39m
RM 490–815
Train to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, fly
1. Take the train from Segamat to Kl Sentraltrain
2. Fly from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane SZB - AOR
7h 11m
RM 227–625
Bus
1. Take the bus from JB Larkin Terminal to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus Johor Bahru
2. Take the bus from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Alor Setarbus
12h 32m
RM 113–269

Johor to Arau by bus and train

42Weekly Services

12h 32mAverage Duration

RM 112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 691.5 km
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Johor, Malaysia and Arau, Malaysia?

KTM Intercity operates a train from Jb Sentral to Arau twice daily. Tickets cost RM 21–95 and the journey takes 9h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sekolah Kebangsaan IJ Convent to Arau via Larkin Sentral, JB Larkin Terminal, Terminal Bersepadu Selatan, Alor Setar, and Alor Setar in around 12h 32m.

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