With a population of 802,489, Johor Bahru is the largest city in Johor, Malaysia by the number of inhabitants. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Johor Bahru to see all of its attractions.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Johor Bahru in April, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 22 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 245 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Johor Bahru, with an average rainfall of 140 mm.
When flying to Johor Bahru, you’ll arrive at Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl (JHB), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Johor Bahru from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 5h 50m.
The train station in Johor Bahru is called Johor Bahru Jb Sentral Railway Station, and is located 0.5 miles from the city centre.
Another option to get to Johor Bahru is to pick up a car hire from Kuala Lumpur, which is about 184 miles from Johor Bahru. You’ll find branches of Paradise and Suria Car Rental, among others, in Kuala Lumpur.
The most popular bus station is Johor Bahru Ksl Hotel, located 1.5 miles from the city centre of Johor Bahru. Johor Bahru Taman Ungku Tun Aminah is also a commonly used station, and is 8 miles from the city centre.
From 5-star hotels such as the Amari Johor Bahru to great affordable options like the Belllo Hotel JB Central, Johor Bahru offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 51 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 75 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include OYO 902 Rooms Boutique Hotel and Hotel Zamburger Bliss.
Hiring a car in Johor Bahru costs S$ 46 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl.
Expect to pay S$ 0.59 per litre in Johor Bahru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 6.97 and S$ 9.29. The most frequently booked car type in Johor Bahru is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Perodua Axia or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.