Johor Bahru to Penang

Johor Bahru to Penang

Johor Bahru
Penang
Thu, May 16
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$17
 
 
$52

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Johor Bahru to Penang Schedule

Johor Bahru to Penang Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
AirAsia Economy #AK641206:35 - 07:45MYR 104.32
Billion Stars Express VIP 09:29 - 18:44MYR 82.50
Billion Stars Express VIP 11:30 - 20:42MYR 77
KPB Express VIP 24 13:00 - 22:15MYR 86.63
KPB Express Express 15:00 - 00:15$ 17.49
Billion Stars Express Express 17:30 - 02:45MYR 86.90
Super Nice Express Express 19:29 - 04:44$ 18.74
AirAsia Economy #AK642421:00 - 22:10MYR 409.67
Malaysia Airlines Economy #MH473322:15 - 23:30MYR 200.30

Transportation from Johor Bahru to Penang

Facts about the transport from Johor Bahru to Penang

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure7:00 早上
Latest Departure11:35 晚上
Departures per day46
Distance667 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirAsia, Billion Stars Express, Firefly, KKKL Express, KPB Express, LA Holidays, Malaysia Airlines, Mayang Sari, Super Nice Express

How to get from Johor Bahru to Penang

When you want to get from Johor Bahru to Penang, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 51.47. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 16.25.

How far is Johor Bahru from Penang?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Johor Bahru to Penang. Your trip will be a total of 415 miles (667 km). The flying distance is 342 miles (550 km).

How long does it take to get from Johor Bahru to Penang?

The travel time from Johor Bahru to Penang can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 18 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Johor Bahru to Penang?

The cost of the trip from Johor Bahru to Penang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Super Nice Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 16.25 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 51.47.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Johor Bahru to Penang:

  • Bus tickets - USD 16.25 to USD 19.84;
  • Plane tickets - USD 31.44 to USD 51.49;

How many trips per day are there between Johor Bahru and Penang?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:29. There are 40 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Johor Bahru to Penang depart during the day - there are approximately 6 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Johor Bahru to Penang. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 31.44.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Johor Bahru to Penang

AirAsia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Johor Bahru to Penang is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Johor Bahru to Penang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Johor Bahru to Penang? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 88% decided to go for a bus.
  • 12% users took a plane.