THE SHORT VERSION
Johor Bahru to Malacca at a glance.
- From
- Johor Bahru
- To
- Malacca
- Road distance
- About 214 km
- Straight line
- 187 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Malacca to Johor Bahru →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the Malaysian city across the causeway from Singapore. Larkin Sentral is the main long-distance terminal; JB Sentral handles cross-border buses and trains.
- 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.
Arriving in Malacca
Local bus M100 and ride-hailing apps connect Melaka Sentral with the historic centre; use Grab rather than unmetered taxis.
- Melaka Sentral
The main bus terminal, about 4.5 km from the old town.
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.
- Buses from Singapore can take longer at peak times because of the border crossing.
- Buses from Kuala Lumpur leave from TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan).
KEEP GOING
From Malacca, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Malacca
More buses from Johor Bahru
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Johor Bahru from Malacca by road?+
About 214 km by road (187 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Johor Bahru to Malacca take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 45 min 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 Johor Bahru?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Johor Bahru include Larkin Sentral, JB Sentral, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Malacca to Johor Bahru?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Malacca to Johor Bahru guide.
Where does the bus from Johor Bahru arrive in Malacca?+
It depends on the operator. In Malacca, services use Melaka Sentral. Local bus M100 and ride-hailing apps connect Melaka Sentral with the historic centre; use Grab rather than unmetered taxis.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Malacca?+
Local bus M100 and ride-hailing apps connect Melaka Sentral with the historic centre; use Grab rather than unmetered taxis.
What kind of bus runs from Johor Bahru to Malacca?+
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 Johor Bahru to Malacca 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 Malacca by bus?+
Direct buses from Malacca include Kuala Lumpur, Mersing, Singapore, Ipoh, Penang (George Town) and more. See all connections on our Malacca 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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