Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

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Singapore to Kuala Lumpur Destination Reviews

AH
We were scheduled to arrive at 6pm, only to arrive 3h later than scheduled. The custom was horrible, only 1 stop for break and toilet visit during the whole trip.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Qistna Express, Dec 24, 2025
S
Bus was approximately 1.5h late and we were not updated of the delay. Furthermore, we were dropped off at a different destination rather than the one specified in our ticket and had to arrange additional transport to the hotel. Driving was good.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Qistna Express, Dec 24, 2025
JW
The coach was late and took 7hrs was not VIP as advertised it also dropped us off about 30 mins outside of KL centre and the driver only told us this when we arrived at the coach station outside of KL.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Qistna Express, Dec 22, 2025
AH
It was heavily delayed. They informed me of a delay from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. only the night before the departure day. The bus was very old, the seats were uncomfortable, and the seatbelts were broken. It took me 7 hours to get to Malaysia. I do not recommend this bus.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Dec 20, 2025
CH
The bus was delayed at the pick-up zone. I had messaged the provided WhatsApp and got a very minimal reply; no notice about the delayed arrival. However, other passengers nearby has received a much more detailed message including the expected late arrival. Not sure why this wasn't communicated to me also. Had one driver and bus until the border crossing, and a second driver/bus afterwards. Both busses were comfortable and clean. Both drivers were polite and spoke excellent English. Cannot fault them at all. The journey took longer than advertised, but after reading reviews I expected this. The one major letdown however, is that we ended our journey at the bus terminal on the outskirts of KL. When I booked the journey, the drop off was advertised as Bukit Bintang (city centre). When I queried the driver if it was the last stop, he seemed as confused as me, and told me only that he'd been instructed to go there and he wasn't sure what was happening. He went away to investigate only to come back and let me know that this was our final stop. He seemed also surprised by this. Was pretty frustrating as I was then faced with paying for a Grab or traveling for another hour on public transport with changes (late at night) to get to my hostel. Ended up paying for a Grab but that's additional cost that should have been covered by the bus service. In summary, the drivers were great and informative, drive was smooth, but the operation in general was poorly organised and the arrival at the wrong terminal was deeply frustrating.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Qistna Express, Dec 10, 2025
PP
driver was very nice and bus very comfortable
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express 27, StarMart, Dec 9, 2025
R
There is a change of bus but ween Singapore and Malaysia. The driver wait for you at the immigrantion. It was very fast and overall very good
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Dec 2, 2025
GA
Aside from the long waiting at the malaysian border immigration office, the rest of the journey is very comfortable
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Qistna Express, Dec 2, 2025
KT
Too many pick up stop, the bus arrive 20 minutes late.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Qistna Express, Dec 1, 2025
MP
Overall the trip was fine and the seats are comfortable. But the trip took 7 hours instead of 5 because there was a lot of traffic at some points and also i think the driver was slow. The driver was talking the whole journey veery loud and that was annoying.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express 27, StarMart, Nov 29, 2025
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What delicacy is Kuala Lumpur known for?

Kuala Lumpur is known for its diverse culinary scene, with Nasi Lemak being a standout delicacy. This traditional Malaysian dish consists of rice cooked in coconut milk, served with sambal (spicy chili paste), fried anchovies, peanuts, boiled egg, and cucumber. It is often accompanied by fried chicken or rendang (a type of meat stew). You can savor Nasi Lemak at local eateries and street food stalls, with prices typically ranging from 5 to 15 MYR ($1 to $3 USD).

Another popular local treat is Satay, skewered and grilled meat served with peanut sauce, available at night markets and hawker centers. Prices for Satay are generally around 1 MYR ($0.20 USD) per stick. These dishes offer a taste of the rich flavors and cultural influences that define Kuala Lumpur's food scene.

Is Singapore more crowded or Kuala Lumpur?

Singapore tends to feel more crowded than Kuala Lumpur, especially in popular areas like Orchard Road and Marina Bay. Singapore is a smaller city-state with a high population density, leading to bustling streets and busy public transport during peak hours. In contrast, Kuala Lumpur is more spread out, offering areas that feel less congested despite having busy spots like Bukit Bintang and Petronas Towers.

Both cities offer efficient public transport systems, but Singapore's MRT is known for its punctuality and frequency. For a less crowded experience in Singapore, try visiting attractions early in the morning or on weekdays. In Kuala Lumpur, consider exploring less tourist-heavy neighborhoods and using the city's extensive network of pedestrian walkways to navigate comfortably.

Are hotels cheaper in Singapore than Kuala Lumpur?

Hotels in Singapore are generally more expensive than those in Kuala Lumpur. In Singapore, a standard hotel room typically costs between SGD 150-300 ($110-220) per night. In Kuala Lumpur, you can find similar accommodations for MYR 150-400 ($30-85) per night. Prices can vary based on location, amenities, and the time of year. Both cities offer a range of budget to luxury options, but Kuala Lumpur tends to have more affordable rates overall. For budget travelers, hostels and guesthouses are available in both cities, with Kuala Lumpur often providing more economical choices.

How to get from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

While Singapore and Kuala Lumpur are relatively close to each other, the choice of transportation means for travelling between the two is wide: go overland by bus or train or fly.

Bus

Bus is the most popular choice for travelling from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur. Buses make multiple trips per day in both directions, offer a convenient schedule, travel fast, depart from several convenient locations in Singapore and bring you to different bus terminals around Kuala Lumpur.

Almost without exceptions, Singapore–Kuala Lumpur buses are VIP buses with wide soft reclining seats, normally 24- or 32-seaters providing enough legroom.

Train

There is no direct Singapore–Kuala Lumpur railway service. You have to make two connections.

In Singapore, shuttle trains depart from Woodland checkpoint and arrive to Johor Bahru Sentral in Malaysia.

From Johor Bahru, there are shuttle trains to Gemas.

In Gemas, you should take a high speed ETS train to Kuala Lumpur.

By 2020, a construction of a high-speed railway link is eyed. It will cut train travel time from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur to mere 90 minutes.

Flight

The route between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur is served by several airlines, including low-cost carriers. The choice of departure times is wide – from early morning at about 7 am till late night – 11.30 pm.

How far is it from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur?

As the crow flies, it is 310 km between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.

The shortest driving distance from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur is 360 km via AH2.

Trains cover a similar distance, about 350 km.

How long does it take to get from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur?

  • Flying is the fastest way to get from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur. It takes from one hour to 80 minutes depending on the airline you fly with.
  • Buses travel five hours in media. Travel time depends on which terminal in Kuala Lumpur each bus company uses and may extend to six hours.
  • By train, travel time is seven hours plus at least three hours for two connections; 10 hours in total.

How much does it cost to get from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

Ticket price from Singapore to KL is quite affordable whichever means of transport you choose.

Singapore to Kuala Lumpur bus ticket prices vary greatly and depend on the bus company you travel with, the type of the bus, and the time of the day.

The lowest bus ticket prices start from SGD20 for express buses. VIP buses cost SGD25-SGD30; and luxury solitaire buses that are definitely the *best bus from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur** will set you back SGD50 and up.

Train tickets cost about SGD25 for all the three segments: from Woodlands checkpoint to Johor Bahru, from Johr Bahru to Gemas, and from Gemas to Kuala Lumpur.

If fling, expect to pay from SGD80 for lowcosters like AirAsia or Malindo Air to over SGD150-SGD200 for full service airlines like Singapore Airlines or Malaysia Airlines.

Singapore to Kuala Lumpur Timetable

Buses
Transtar Travel Solitaire 7.30 am, 10 am, 7 pm 5 h 15 m SGD40-SGD50

Sri Maju Group 9 am, 7 pm, 11.30 pm 5 h 25 m SGD25

Trains
Johor Bahru–Gemas 9.15 am, 2.55 pm, 10.30 pm 4 h 15 m MYR25/SGD8

Gemas–Kuala Lumpur 3.10 pm 2 h 20 m MYR35/SGD12

Flights
AirAsia 7.35 am – 9.45 pm 1 hour from SGD80

Malindo Air 10.10 am – 9.30 pm 1 hour from SGD80

Jet Star 7.20 am – 10.30 pm 1 hour from SGD80

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Transtart Travel is the best bus company for Singapore–Kuala Lumpur trip. It provides first-class service with single seats on the both sides of the aisle, all equipped with footrest and personal entertainment system; food and drinks are served on board.

Sri Maju, StarMart Express, Seasons SG and also Causeway Link Express that departs from Legoland in Johor Bharu, are similarly good.

All airlines flying between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur – Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Arlines, Malinda Air, AirAsia, Jet Star – enjoy good reputation. Choose schedule-wise and price-wise.

Singapore to Kuala Lumpur Travel Tips

  • The most popular departure point in Singapore for buses to Kuala Lumpur is Golden Mile Tower, close to the city centre. The nearest MRT station is Nicoll Highway (exit A), from where it is just a four-minute walk to the Golden Mile Tower.
  • Concorde Shopping Centre is the second popular starting point in Singapore for bus trips to Kuala Lumpur.
  • Transtar Travel luxury buses to Jalan Imbi in Kuala Lumpur.
  • In Kuala Lumpur, many buses arrive to Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS), the main transportation terminal in the southern part of Kuala Lumpur.
  • If choosing between overland means of transport, i.e. trains and buses, opt for a bus.
  • Buses are the best way to travel overland between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
  • There are no direct trains between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. You have to connect in Johor Bahru and Gemas.
  • There are no berths or tiered classes on trains between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur – only seats.

Transportation from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

Facts about the transport from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

Cheapest Transport€21
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure12:05 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day159
Distance472 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBillion Stars Express, DTY Holidays, Firefly, Firefly, Firefly, Firefly, FQD Travel, Golden Coach Delima, Golden Coach Express, KKKL Express Singapore, Konsortium, Malaysia Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Qistna Express, StarMart Express, The One Travel