Traveling from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS) in Kuala Lumpur to JB Larkin Bus Terminal in Johor Bahru is one of the most frequented express bus routes in Malaysia. The average journey duration from TBS to Larkin takes approximately 5 hours, covering a distance of around 317 km along the North-South Expressway. A bus from TBS to Johor Bahru Larkin is the most preferred mode of transportation on this route largely due to its affordable fares. Bus ticket fares for TBS to Larkin start as low as RM 40 up to RM 89.00 depending on the bus category and operator selected.
Bus schedules run around the clock, with the first bus departing at 00:00 and the Last Bus leaving around 23:59 from Terminal Bersepadu Selatan, KL to Larkin Sentral, Johor Bahru. With over 530 daily bus trips provided by more than 42 bus operators, travelers can easily select a departure time that fits their itinerary.
Bus Ticket Prices from TBS to Larkin Bus Terminal
TBS-Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Larkin Bus Terminal bus tickets can be either purchased online or offline via trusted online platforms like redBus. On redBus, TBS to Larkin Bus tickets start from as low as RM 40.
Child Fares for TBS to Larkin Bus Terminal on redBus
You no longer have to pay adult fares for your children when booking bus tickets on redBus. Selected bus operator partners offer discounted child fares for children. With this child fare discount, you can buy tickets starting from RM 36.00 fpr children as young as 1 for Terminal Bersepadu Selatan to Larkin Sentral route.
New User Offer on redBus
First-time users can claim up to 60% savings using the promo code MYNEW along with additional redDeals discounts (such as early bird savings or return ticket offers). All offers are subject to terms and conditions.
Boarding and Dropping Points for TBS to Larkin Sentral Bus
Terminal & Pickup/Drop-off Breakdown:
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Boarding Point (TBS): Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS), Kuala Lumpur. Express buses depart directly from the centralized, fully air-conditioned departure halls. Some buses also offer pickups from TBG.
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Drop-off Point (Larkin): JB Larkin Bus Terminal, Johor Bahru. The primary and largest bus terminal in Johor Bahru, serving domestic and cross-border connectivity. Some buses also drop off at Skudai and other dropping points making it convenient for passengers.
How to Reach Boarding and Dropping Points:
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Reaching TBS: Accessible via public rail services including LRT Sri Petaling Line, KTM Komuter, KLIA Transit (ERL), RapidKL buses, or e-hailing rides (Grab). Multi-level parking facilities are also available on-site.
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From Larkin Terminal: Located just 5 km from Johor Bahru city center. Easily reachable via local city buses (Causeway Link / Bas Muafakat Johor), taxis, or Grab.
Tips for Travellers
- Meal/Rest Stops along the Journey: Express buses traveling via the North-South Expressway (PLUS Highway) typically schedule 1 to 2 short rest stops at designated R&R rest areas (e.g., R&R Seremban or R&R Ayer Keroh) for bathroom breaks, prayers, and snacks.
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Free QR Boarding Pass: Select bus operators on redBus with selected bus operators provides a Free QR Boarding Pass, allowing you to go directly to the departure gate without printing physical tickets at the counter.
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Baggage & Identification: Passengers are permitted 1 standard piece of luggage in the under-bus compartment and 1 personal hand carry item. Carry a valid MyKad or Passport for identity verification upon boarding.
Connections to Ferry Terminals & Singapore from Larkin Sentral Bus Terminal
For travellers heading onward to Singapore or Indonesian islands (Batam/Bintan) from Johor Bahru, there is an easy way out. You can either opt for a bus to JB from Larkin Sentral or take a ferry from the nearest ferry terminal.
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Bus To Singapore: Cross-border buses (such as Causeway Link or SBS Transit) operate directly from Larkin Terminal to Woodlands / Kranji MRT.
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Nearest Ferry Terminals: Take a short ride from Larkin to Berjaya Waterfront Ferry Terminal (Stulang Laut) for international ferry services.
Top Operators for TBS to Larkin
You can get facilities like WIFI, CCTV, and a charging point on JB Larkin buses. Not to forget, comfortable seats on JB buses will make your trip comfortable. Commuters have got many choices for this bus route due to the presence of several operators.
Causeway Link
Very popular operator on the KL to JB bus route, Causeway link buses are comfortable. They have both double deck and executive classes on this route. Causeway Link buses ply multiple times a day from TBS to larkin Sentral.
LA Holidays Travel and Tours
Executive 2+1 seating with a free QR code boarding pass feature when you book on redBus.
Top Liner
Top Liner buses offers services from both TBG and TBS to Larkin Sentral and Skudai. This operator also offers a free boarding pass worth RM3 for passengers when you book on redBus.
KKKL Express
KKKL buses have an executive 2+1 arrangement and are highly favoured for TBS to Larkin bus route.
Express Mutiara
Double Deck 2+1 buses are very popular amongst travellers from Gombak given TBG is one of the boarding points for this route.
Zaim Express
Get a free QR Boarding pass when you book Zaim Express buses on redBus for your TBS to Larkin Sentral journey.
SC Southern Express
If you are looking to drop off at Skudai, you can opt for the SC Southern Express from TBS To Larkin that offers this drop off as well. This operator also offers child fares when you book on redBus.
