THE SHORT VERSION
Johor Bahru to Sitiawan at a glance.
- From
- Johor Bahru
- To
- Sitiawan
- Road distance
- About 530 km
- Straight line
- 459 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Sitiawan 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 Sitiawan
Ask the seller where the service ends in Sitiawan. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
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.
KEEP GOING
From Sitiawan, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Sitiawan
More buses from Johor Bahru
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Johor Bahru from Sitiawan by road?+
About 530 km by road (459 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Johor Bahru to Sitiawan take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 h 15 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 Sitiawan to Johor Bahru?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Sitiawan to Johor Bahru guide.
Where does the bus from Johor Bahru arrive in Sitiawan?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Johor Bahru to Sitiawan?+
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 Sitiawan 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 Sitiawan by bus?+
Direct buses from Sitiawan include Ipoh, Penang (George Town), Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL). See all connections on our Sitiawan bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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