Penang to Johor Bahru

Penang to Johor Bahru

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Penang to Johor Bahru Schedule

Penang to Johor Bahru Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Billion Stars Express Express 01:00 - 10:08MYR 80.85
Firefly Economy #FY290207:15 - 08:30MYR 97.36
Super Nice Express Express 08:15 - 17:24MYR 75.08
Malindo Air Economy 10:10 - 18:05MYR 274.90
Billion Stars Express VIP 12:00 - 21:09MYR 63.53
Malaysia Airlines Economy #MH473014:50 - 16:05MYR 197.17
Billion Stars Express Express 16:15 - 01:30MYR 66
Firefly Economy #FY290818:00 - 19:15MYR 97.36
LA Holidays Express 21:30 - 06:39$ 16.22
KKKL Express Express 22:30 - 15:42MYR 76.23

Transportation from Penang to Johor Bahru

Facts about the transport from Penang to Johor Bahru

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure12:30 午前
Latest Departure11:35 午後
Departures per day71
Distance866 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirAsia, Billion Stars Express, Firefly, KKKL Express, KPB Express, LA Holidays, Malaysia Airlines, Mayang Sari, Persada Taiping, Sri Maju Group, Super Nice Express

How to get from Penang to Johor Bahru

When you want to get from Penang to Johor Bahru, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 93.75. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 13.33.

How far is Penang from Johor Bahru?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Penang to Johor Bahru. Your trip will be a total of 539 miles (866 km). The flying distance is 617 miles (992 km).

How long does it take to get from Penang to Johor Bahru?

The travel time from Penang to Johor Bahru can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 18 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Penang to Johor Bahru?

The cost of the trip from Penang to Johor Bahru varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Billion Stars Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 13.33 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 93.75.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Penang to Johor Bahru:

  • Bus tickets - USD 13.42 to USD 19.30;
  • Plane tickets - USD 43.00 to USD 93.76;

How many trips per day are there between Penang and Johor Bahru?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:35. There are 65 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Penang to Johor Bahru depart during the day - there are approximately 6 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Penang to Johor Bahru. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 43.00.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Penang to Johor Bahru

AirAsia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Penang to Johor Bahru is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Penang to Johor Bahru

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Penang to Johor Bahru? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 51% users took a plane.
  • 49% decided to go for a bus.