How To Get To Larkin Bus Terminal (Larkin Sentral) In Johor Bahru From Singapore

Did you know that Johor Bahru has a one-stop point for tourist and locals to get around the city?

Where is the holy-grail of a particular spot, you may wonder?

Larkin Sentral, earlier known as Larkin Bus and Taxi Terminal is the largest bus terminal in Johor Bahru downtown.

It is highly convenient for Singaporeans to get into the city via cross-border buses and taxis.

The fun doesn’t stop there, the bus terminal station also provide buses to another city in Malaysia and Thailand!

So pack your bags, and head towards Larkin Bus Terminal for your next road trip! It will be the ride of your lifetime!

 

Larkin Bus Terminal Location

Larkin Sentral is located here, so this will show where you will need to alight and board the bus.

It offers bus services to and from many destinations in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. Besides that, it also serves the arrival and departure place for long distance city bus and express bus.

Located 5 kilometres away from Singapore-Johor causeway, Larkin Sentral serves thousands of passengers daily and has completely revolutionized transport system in Johor Bahru.

The bus complex is equipped with modern amenities such as pharmacy, luggage centre, information counters, travel agency and restrooms. Round the clock food corners are also found providing sumptuous food for satiating the hunger of passengers.

 

How To Get To Larkin Bus Terminal From Singapore

Larkin Bus terminal is 37.1 kilometres away from Singapore Changi Airport. Passengers via Express buses and private taxis can reach the bus complex in 2-3 hours, depending on the traffic condition.

The destination is much shorter from Johor Causeway (CIQ) which only takes about an hour or two, again depending on the traffic.

 

1. Private Taxi From Singapore To Larkin Bus Terminal

The other medium of transportation is to hire a private taxi. Although it comes with a higher fee, comfort is key and here are the many reasons why hiring a private taxi to get to Larkin Bus Terminal is your next best transportation.

• Book a private taxi and get a comfortable ride to Larkin Bus Terminal
• Easily book the taxi at no extra cost and or other hidden charges
• Get to reserve a taxi for yourself- no strangers to share seats with
• There are spaces for your travelling baggage (wheel luggage or backpack)
• Pick-up from your point of departure in Singapore and drop off directly at Larkin Bus Terminal
• With simple immigration formalities, well-trained drivers will make you reach Larkin Bus Terminal in minimum duration
• SGMYTAXI is the premium private taxi provider from Singapore to Johor Bahru

• Providing world-class services to suit the needs of passengers
• With an aim to ensure maximum comfort to travellers at meagre prices

SGMYTAXI provides cross-border taxi services to another level and consistently expanding their customer-base services in the recent years.

 

2. Bus From Singapore to Larkin Bus Terminal

The bus may be the cheaper alternatives but is the most time-constrained and stressful method of getting to the immigration centre and towards Larkin Bus Terminal.

It could be convenient for solo travellers and budget-friendly people, however, the tiresome ride could be a ride of your lifetime!

• The hassle of getting on and off the bus each time you reach an immigration centre
• Dragging your luggage or your backpack with you out of the bus
• Wait for the bus in the heat with throngs of other people
• Getting push and squish in the bus when it is crowded
• Not able to get any seats and has to stand for more than an hour for the whole journey during peak hour
• Share seats with strangers that trigger your pet-peeves
• Has to hold onto the bus ticket (don’t ever lose it!) to prove your purchase
• Time wasted just waiting for the bus

Singapore bus to JB leave for Johor Bahru as per their schedule and the journey ends at Larkin Sentral.

While visiting Johor Bahru, be sure to book your transportation in advance for avoiding any last-minute goof-ups. Book your ticket by paying a moderate price online and get ready for an overwhelming journey.

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There are heaps of bus companies that provide services to Larkin Bus Terminal in JB from Singapore. Here is the list of buses for you to check out:

 

2.1 Causeway Link Bus (Bus No. CW1, CW2, CW3)

Bus Operator: CW1 

From Kranji MRT Station, Singapore To Larkin Bus Terminal
Ticket Price: SGD $1.50
Daily from 4:30am to 11:30pm, every 15-30 minutes

 

From Larkin Bus Terminal To Singapore
Ticket Price: RM1.90
Daily from 4:15am to 11:00pm, every 15-30 minutes

Also read: How To Go To KL From Singapore

 

Bus Operator: CW2

From Queen Street Bus Terminal, Singapore To Larkin Bus Terminal
Ticket Price: SGD $3.30
Daily from 6:00am to 11:45pm, every 15-30 minutes

 

From Larkin Bus Terminal To Singapore
Ticket Price: RM3.40
Daily from 4:15am to 11:00pm, every 15-30 minutes

 

Bus Operator: CW3

From Jurong East Interchange, Singapore To Larkin Bus Terminal
Ticket Price: SGD $4.00
Daily from 7:10am (Weekends from 7:30am to 11:45pm, every 10-30 minutes)

 

2.2 SBS Transit

Bus Operator: 170 (red plate)

From Queen Street Terminal, Singapore To Larkin Bus Terminal
Ticket Price: SGD $1.90
Daily from 5:20am to 12:10am, every 11-16 minutes.

Also read: How To Go To JB Sentral From Singapore

 

2.3 Singapore Johor Express

Bus Operator: SJE

From Queen Street Bus Terminal, Singapore To Larkin Bus Terminal
Ticket Price: SGD $3.30
Daily from 6:30am to 10:30pm, every 15-30 minutes

 

From Larkin Bus Terminal To Singapore
Ticket Price: RM3.40
Daily from 6:30am to 10:30pm, every 15-30 minutes

 

3. Self-Driving From Singapore To Larkin Bus Terminal

The way to get to Larkin Bus Terminal is really easy and straightforward. If you’re coming in from Singapore-Johor Causeway at Woodlands Checkpoint, you will arrive at Larkin in just about 15 minutes, if the traffic is smooth.

However, it takes a long time from Tuas Second Link, roughly one hour more! Hence it is best to drive through Woodlands Checkpoint, saves a lot more time!

You can use waze or google map to get to Larkin Bus Terminal, it is so convenient nowadays!

Nevertheless, it can be a pain in your behind, especially during peak hours!

• Getting stuck in the jam for hours- causes stress and headache
• Leg cramps in that relentless hour of changing pedals
• Probably getting lost (GPS doesn’t function)
• Have to pay for tolls and VEP when crossing the immigration
• Always be aware to fill the car with petrol up to 3/4 full
• Pay for petrol fees