THE SHORT VERSION
Shah Alam to Johor Bahru at a glance.
- From
- Shah Alam
- Road distance
- About 344 km
- Straight line
- 308 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Johor Bahru to Shah Alam →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Shah Alam
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Johor Bahru
Local buses link Larkin Sentral and JB Sentral; allow time in traffic.
- Larkin Sentral
The main long-distance terminal, for buses across Malaysia and to Hat Yai. - JB Sentral
By the causeway and railway station. Cross-border buses to Singapore.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Border queues at the causeway can be long at peak times.
KEEP GOING
From Johor Bahru, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Johor Bahru
More buses from Shah Alam
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Shah Alam from Johor Bahru by road?+
About 344 km by road (308 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Shah Alam to Johor Bahru take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Shah Alam?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Johor Bahru to Shah Alam?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Johor Bahru to Shah Alam guide.
Where does the bus from Shah Alam arrive in Johor Bahru?+
It depends on the operator. In Johor Bahru, services use Larkin Sentral, JB Sentral. Local buses link Larkin Sentral and JB Sentral; allow time in traffic.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Johor Bahru?+
Local buses link Larkin Sentral and JB Sentral; allow time in traffic.
What kind of bus runs from Shah Alam to Johor Bahru?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Shah Alam to Johor Bahru bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Johor Bahru by bus?+
Direct buses from Johor Bahru include Singapore, Mersing, Malacca, Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and more. See all connections on our Johor Bahru bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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