Taxi From Singapore To City Square JB
City Square JB has something to offer everyone of us!
Located at Johor Bahru City which is connected to customs and CIQ complex, City Square JB has successfully attracted many Singaporeans to do shopping.
Besides, the shopping mall is merely few minutes walking distance from JB Sentral.
With more than 300 retail outlets, this one-stop shopping mall perfectly blends all kinds of fashion in one.
Apart from shopping opportunities, entertainment facilities like cinema, games arcade and karaoke centre are offered too.
If you wonder how to go to City Square JB from Singapore, we’ve also included the transportations that bring you there.
Let’s move on!
1. Overview: Transport SG To City Square JB
In this post, we will focus on City Square JB as the final destination from Singapore. This journey has 3 main transport options which are bus, private car taxi and KTM train.
JB CIQ First Link is the main stop for customs clearance in Malaysia if you are taking a bus or private car taxi.
And this is what to expect when you choose between these 2 transportation options:
- Taking a bus:
You need to alight from the bus -> Clear the immigration at JB CIQ First Link -> 5-minute walk to JB Sentral -> 5-minute walk to City Square JB
Here is how to do that:
- Taking a private car taxi:
You don’t have to alight from the car during customs clearance at JB CIQ First Link. Driver will drectly pick you from Singapore to City Square JB.
Alternatively, you can take a bus or train and arrive at JB Sentral. From there, you need to walk to City Square JB.
2. Private Car Taxi: Best Way To City Square JB & Malaysia (MPV)
From Singapore, hiring a private taxi to City Square JB is highly recommended because all your transportation problems will be settled by the drivers. You only need to sit back in the car and relax all the way. This is best for those who travel with elderly and toddlers.
Besides, for those who wish to arrive at City Square JB in the shortest possible time, you can also consider taking private taxi because you will be transferred directly to the City Square JB. Since there is no stop or changing vehicles in between, it saves a lot of time too.
If you wonder where to get a private taxi service, SGMYTAXI will always open their door for you. SGMYTAXI is the leading private car company in Singapore which has been receiving many return customers.
Why Choose SGMYTAXI Private Taxi:
- Flexible pick-up time and place. They can even pick you up at doorstep.
- At immigration checkpoint, you don’t need to alight with all belongings and queue up long. Clearing customs process can take place right in the private taxi.
- Well-maintained and luxury fleets with comfortable seats are offered. It can accommodate up to 10 passengers.
- The drivers are very professional and friendly.
- Online booking procedure is extremely simple.
3. Bus To City Square JB
If you’re on a tight budget, the bus is the best option. Read this guide to find all the buses that go to JB through Woodlands.
First, you can take a cross-border bus from Singapore to JB Sentral.
This bus trip is around 40 minutes to 2 hours depends on the traffic condition.
Then, just take a 5-minute walk and you will arrive at City Square JB.
CW Buses Singapore JB Cross Border at Woodlands
If you still consider taking bus, below are some of the buses offering cross-border services in Singapore:
| Bus Departure Location | Bus Operator |
| Kranji MRT | SBS Bus 170X |
| Kranji MRT | Causeway Link Bus CW1 |
| Woodlands Bus Interchange | SMRT Bus 950 |
| Queen Street Terminal | SBS Bus 170 |
| Queen Street Terminal | Causeway Link Bus CW2 (Day Service) |
| Jurong Town Hall Bus Interchange | SBS bus 160 |
| Newton Food Centre | Causeway Link bus CW5 |
There are many more public buses between Singapore and JB Sentral. For more details, check out: Transport From Singapore to JB Sentral.
Also read: Where To Park My Car Near JB Custom
JB Sentral Building View
However, taking the bus is not recommended due to several disadvantages.
- Get off twice to clear customs between Singapore and Malaysia.
- Time-consuming with long queues, especially during weekends or public holidays
- It’s always crowded and quite hot during the day which often makes you feel tired and disgruntled.
Also read: How To Go To Johor Bahru From Singapore
Buses are more convenient than the Shuttle Tebrau KTM if you can travel during office hours.
This popular route, taken by 90% of travellers, offers high-frequency buses arriving every 1-2 minutes at Kranji MRT Station.
However, heavy traffic can make bus travel less smooth during non-office hours.
You can head to Kranji MRT Station and take Bus CW1, 170, or 170X to cross the border to City Square JB.
For all available bus routes and cross-border details, visit our post: bus from Singapore to JB.
4. KTM Train To City Square JB
There is no direct train to City Square JB. If you travel by train, you must take the train to JB Sentral and then walk 5 minutes to City Square JB by following the signage.
Important to know before taking the train:
- The train operates on a fixed schedule with limited tickets.
- Taking the train is ideal for avoiding traffic if you can secure a ticket.
- Tickets are often sold out for early morning (up to 10:00 am) and late afternoon to evening (4:00 pm to 8:00 pm) due to high demand from Malaysians working in Singapore.
- KTM tickets are usually available during office hours.
- Despite misleading articles claiming a 5-minute border crossing, the journey takes at least an hour.
- For early departures, we recommend taking the bus from Kranji instead of the KTM train, as it is quicker, more frequent, and more convenient.
Please refer to our KTM train to JB Sentral post for more detailed information.
