Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

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Singapore to Kuala Lumpur Destination Reviews

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Joan A
They moved our trip forward by two hours, making us get up at 5:30 a.m., but when it came down to it, they showed up an hour late. To make matters worse, they dropped us off at TBS instead of Berjaya, forcing us to take a taxi to get to the hotel. And to top it all off, it was almost a seven-hour journey when they advertised five. A real success. Find another agency because they're completely unprofessional.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Qistna Express, Jun 9, 2026
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Ondrej V
Hi, we are just married couple from Czechia. We were very afraid od the negative reviews here, cockroaches, beeing left at the boarders etc. Booked this journey via 12GO app 10 days ahead, didnt read comments and kind a stress the shit of myself day before the journey, when i looked fór infomation about departure,ticket pick up etc And saw the brutal negative comments. Anyway no other tickets left via other company...so we said okeeeey lets go. We booked Singapore -KL on 6/6/26 at 9 AM. We arrived cca 8 15AM, picked up the tickets in Starmart kiosk (yes, the staff wasnt friendly, didnt wanna see my online tickets or whatsoever, just told her my name and she gave me printed ticket for 2pax. But nothing rude, just fat lady doing her job at the counter, just looking at her you know there will be no princess treatment). Bus arrived AVL6 at 8:55 AM, pleasent surprise to be honest. The "captain" on board managed lagguage space, told me where our seats were and thats it, nothing extra friendly,BUT again...just doing his job. We arrived at the boarders about hour later, pass the boarder control with our lagguages (you need to take everything from the bus), captain counted us when we boarded back and went to KL. Traffic was crazy, it was one big traffic jam on the highway. About 2 hours later we had a break, captain told us 20 minutes, actually it was 30 And we couldnt go back to the bus, so we "enjoyed" local weather. Before KL traffic was super bad, driver couldnt have done anything differently, we arrived 2,5hours late (9AM-4:30PM). I hardly doubt that other company would manage to arrive at schedule due to heavy traffic. (My oppinion). Overall...good experience for only 35s$/person. AC working perfectly, seats comfortable with a lot of leg space (im 6,3', my wife 5,9')clean. There was another tourist couple on the bus, otherwise only locals. I get the 1 star reviews, if you are used to princess treatment or just unlucky And get dirty bus or just too slow at the boarder and dont have prefilled immigration card. I understood that the bus can only wait at the boarder 30 min, so if you are late he has to go. But you can get on another starmart bus (written on the ticket). Gl to you all, hope the review helps.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express 27, StarMart Express, Jun 9, 2026
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Laura S
Bus couldn’t stop at the TimeSquare. That was a bit difficult to get to my final destination.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express 27, StarMart Express, Jun 8, 2026
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Loic M
The driver was rough. Didn't take time to explain why we had to get out of the bus for immigration's process. Just yelling. And few cockroaches were traveling with us.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express, Top Liner, Jun 3, 2026
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Nursyazwani
it was spacious however it could have been more cleaner. the seat were dirty and the handseat was dusty.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express 27, StarMart Express, Jun 3, 2026
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Elise
We specifically chose this bus because it was advertised as arriving at KL Sentral. Unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. The journey ended up being more than three hours behind schedule. While delays can happen, what was most frustrating was that the bus did not even stop at KL Sentral. Instead, passengers were dropped off about 15 minutes away and left to find their own way to the booked destination. The reason given was a festival in Kuala Lumpur. However, this was clearly known in advance and passengers should have been informed before departure. The advertised travel time also seems unrealistic compared to the actual duration of the trip, even without big traffic jams. So keep this in mind when planning your travels. Overall, poor communication, a significant delay, and failure to deliver the booked drop-off location made this a disappointing experience. I would not choose this service again.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Qistna Express, Jun 1, 2026
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Amarjeet S
I find it hard to find office. And operator was declining call and not very helpfull
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express 27, StarMart Express, Jun 1, 2026
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Ong B
Cn I know why till nw still got no news bout my refund tq. Hope cn ASAP reply me tqtq
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, May 28, 2026
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Daria S
I had a very disappointing experience with Starmart Express on both the trip from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur and the return journey. First of all, the bus was delayed by around 1.5 hours in total on both trips, which meant we arrived at our destination much later than scheduled. A delay can happen, but the way the situation was handled made it even worse. About 20 minutes before arriving at our destination — after already being on the road for around 5 hours — a woman suddenly realized she was on the wrong bus. The driver then stopped at a rest area and waited for a Grab for her. Unfortunately, the entire bus had to wait as well. Considering we were already significantly delayed and only a short distance from the destination, I would have expected the bus to continue so the other passengers could at least arrive on time. The passenger could easily have waited for her Grab on her own instead of delaying everyone else even further. On the return trip, there were also unexpected additional costs for a boarding card that we had never been informed about beforehand. We believed everything had already been paid in advance, so this was another unpleasant surprise. Overall, the service was poorly organized, communication was lacking, and the repeated delays made the experience very frustrating. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this bus service.
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus Express 27, StarMart Express, May 27, 2026
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Sridhar S
Very good
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Bus VIP Double Decker, Billion Stars Express, May 25, 2026
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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$24
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure12:03 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day179
Distance350 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDTY Holidays, Firefly, Firefly, FQD Travel, Malaysia Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, ZMT Enterprise