THE SHORT VERSION
Sitiawan to Johor Bahru at a glance.
- From
- Sitiawan
- Road distance
- About 530 km
- Straight line
- 459 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Johor Bahru to Sitiawan →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Sitiawan
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 Sitiawan
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Sitiawan from Johor Bahru 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 Sitiawan to Johor Bahru 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 Sitiawan?+
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 Sitiawan?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Johor Bahru to Sitiawan guide.
Where does the bus from Sitiawan 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 Sitiawan 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 Sitiawan 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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