Penang to Johor Bahru

Penang to Johor Bahru

Penang
Johor Bahru
Fri, Jun 21
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$14
 
 
$76

Other Options

Penang to Johor Bahru Schedule

Penang to Johor Bahru Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Billion Stars Express VIP 01:00 - 10:08MYR 71.50
Billion Stars Express VIP 07:45 - 16:54MYR 60.50
Billion Stars Express VIP 09:00 - 18:08MYR 66
Malaysia Airlines Economy #MH470411:50 - 13:05MYR 224.44
Billion Stars Express VIP 12:30 - 21:38MYR 66
Firefly Economy #FY290414:45 - 16:00MYR 205.78
AirAsia Economy #AK641717:00 - 18:10MYR 148.98
Billion Stars Express VIP 19:15 - 04:24MYR 60.50
LA Holidays Express 21:00 - 14:12MYR 77
AirAsia Economy #AK642322:40 - 23:55MYR 328.75

Transportation from Penang to Johor Bahru

Facts about the transport from Penang to Johor Bahru

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day49
Distance867 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirAsia, Billion Stars Express, Daytrip, Firefly, KKKL Express, KPB Express, LA Holidays, Malaysia Airlines, Mayang Sari, 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
  • Taxi

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 75.98. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 13.77.

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 (867 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 Mayang Sari: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 13.77 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 75.98.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 13.77 to USD 23.31;
  • Plane tickets - USD 24.58 to USD 76.07;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 480.14 to USD 800.51.

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 06:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 41 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Penang to Johor Bahru depart during the day - there are approximately 8 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 24.58.

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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Penang to Johor Bahru. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 480.14.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

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:

  • 81% decided to go for a bus.
  • 19% users took a plane.