THE SHORT VERSION
Penang (George Town) to Johor Bahru at a glance.
- Road distance
- About 691 km
- Straight line
- 582 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~8 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Johor Bahru to Penang (George Town) →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Penang (George Town)
Penang is a Malaysian island whose capital, George Town, is a UNESCO World Heritage city. Buses from Thailand arrive at Sungai Nibong terminal on the island or at Butterworth on the mainland.
- Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal
On the island, south of George Town. - Penang Sentral (Butterworth)
On the mainland, by the ferry terminal.
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 Penang (George Town)
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Penang (George Town) from Johor Bahru by road?+
About 691 km by road (582 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Penang (George Town) to Johor Bahru take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 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 Penang (George Town)?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Penang (George Town) include Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal, Penang Sentral (Butterworth), and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Johor Bahru to Penang (George Town)?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Johor Bahru to Penang (George Town) guide.
Where does the bus from Penang (George Town) 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 Penang (George Town) 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 Penang (George Town) 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.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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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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