Heading from JB to Singapore?
Dreading the congestion at the Malaysia-Singapore border?
Taking a train from JB to Singapore is one way to beat the jam.
Check out all there is to know on this topic below, from ticket price, schedule, and even step-by-step guides.
The best part? We’ve even included useful tips and notes to help you better plan your trip.
Overview
Train Ticket From JB To Singapore
Train Timing From JB To Singapore
How To Take Train From JB To Singapore
JB Sentral To Woodlands Train Checkpoint: Gate Close / Custom Clearance
Overview
If you’ve done a quick search on KTM trains, you might have seen that its official website lists different trains going to different destinations.
To find the train from JB to Singapore, make sure to look for KTM Shuttle Tebrau only.
The 5-minute train ride starts at JB Sentral and will bring you to Woodlands Train Checkpoint, and vice versa; there are no stops in-between.
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Train Ticket From JB To Singapore
A Malaysia to Singapore train ticket price is RM 5.00 one way. Tickets can be bought through the KTM official website or over-the-counter at JB Sentral.
Tips:
- Tickets are priced in the currency of the departing country.
- So to avoid paying SGD 5.00 for your return fare, book your SG-JB return tickets together with your JB-SG ticket. Then, it will cost only RM 5.00 per ticket.
Note:
- You’re encouraged to get your tickets online well in advance. Why? Tickets during peak hours (early morning and evening) are usually snapped up by Malaysians working in Singapore.
Train Timing From JB To Singapore
The train from JB to Singapore runs from 5:00am to 10:45pm. The interval between each train varies, it can be 30 minutes or even as long as 75 minutes.
Read Also: How To Avoid Jam To JB From Singapore
The schedule changes from time to time, so it’s always best to check the official website for the latest train timing.
If the schedule doesn’t work for you, consider taking a JB to SG taxi instead.
A private SG to JB taxi service, like SGJBTAXIS.SG, will pick you up from JB at your preferred time. This added flexibility makes for stress-free and convenient travel!
How To Take Train From JB To Singapore
Learn the steps on taking a train from JB to Singapore below:
Step 1: Get your train ticket from JB to Singapore online or over-the-counter.
Step 2: Determine your departure date and time.
Step 3: On the day of departure, arrive at JB Sentral. Wait for the departure gate to open.
Step 4: At the departure gate, scan your passport. Your passport will act as your physical train ticket.
Step 5: Proceed to clear immigration and customs.
Read Also: How To Use Autogate JB For Singapore Passport Holders
Step 6: Board the 5-minute train to Singapore.
Step 7: Arrive at Woodlands Train Checkpoint. Proceed to clear immigration and customs.
Tip:
- For greater efficiency, opt to use the e-gate facilities to get through Malaysian immigration.
- If you miss the train, don’t worry. Just walk to Sultan Iskandar Building (JB CIQ), which is connected to JB Sentral. After clearing immigration there, head down to the bus bay and hop on any cross-border bus to Singapore.
Notes:
- Foreign travellers are required to fill up the SG Arrival Card (SGAC) within 3 days prior to arrival in Singapore.
JB Sentral To Woodlands Train Checkpoint: Gate Close / Custom Clearance
While the KTM Shuttle Tebrau touts itself as a 5-minute train from JB to Singapore, the actual overall journey is much longer than that for 2 reasons.
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First, boarding gate waiting time. The boarding gate will only open 30 minutes before departure time and will close 10 minutes before.
Second, immigration and customs clearance time. How fast/long it takes all depends on the number of immigration counters open as well as the size of the crowd.
