Tuas Checkpoint Vs Woodlands Checkpoint: Which Is Better For Singaporeans Entering Malaysia?
There is no doubt every Singaporean will make at least one trip up to Malaysia.
But the biggest hurdle of travelling is dealing with traffic congestion.
Be it public buses or driving your car, you will need to go through the same checkpoint.
Between Tuas Checkpoint vs Woodlands Checkpoint, we will explore which is better.
Read on how you can have a hassle-free trip from Singapore to Malaysia!
1. Tuas Checkpoint Vs Woodlands Checkpoint
To enter Malaysia, there are two checkpoints to go through: The main checkpoint is known as “First Link” and has Singapore’s Woodlands CIQ & Malaysia’s JB CIQ.
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The 2nd checkpoint is known as “Second Link” and consists of Singapore’s Tuas CIQ and JB Second Link CIQ.
2. Location
| Tuas Checkpoint | Woodlands Checkpoint | |
| Location | Near to Jurong | Near to Woodlands, Sembawang, and Yishun |
Tuas Checkpoint is located on the west side closer to Jurong whereas Woodlands Checkpoint is located at the northern part of Singapore.
Read Also: Bus From Singapore To JB (Via Tuas Checkpoint)
3. Road Charge & Toll Fee
Woodlands Checkpoint is much cheaper compared to Tuas checkpoint whether you are going on a one-way or return trip.
In fact, from Malaysia, you can enter Singapore for free at the Woodlands Checkpoint. (provided you are using a Singapore-registered vehicle)
| Tuas Checkpoint | Woodlands Checkpoint | |
| Road Charge | RM 20 ($ 6) | RM 20 ($ 6) |
| Toll Fee | Motorcycle: –
Cars: $ 2.10 |
Motorcycle: –
Cars: $ 0.80 |
4. Immigration Clearance Time
Singapore has made immigration clearance time easier and faster using a QR code scan with the MyICA app.
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It is said that it takes less than a minute to clear once you are at the counter. However, when it comes to queueing at the checkpoints, Tuas fares better in speed.
| Tuas Checkpoint | Woodlands Checkpoint | |
| Immigration Clearance Time | Faster clearance time (10 minutes to 2 hours) | Slower clearance time (30 minutes to 2 hours) |
5. Malaysia Locations
Both checkpoints are strategically located near numerous tourist attractions so it depends if you prefer an adventurous trip (Tuas) or city exploration (Woodlands).
If you are interested in café-hopping and day trips, Woodlands checkpoint is a better pick!
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| Tuas Checkpoint | Woodlands Checkpoint | |
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6. Best Times To Travel
To avoid the ever-growing traffic congestions, you will need to know best time to enter JB from Singapore. During the holidays, both checkpoints will be similarly congested.
You can also check for real-time traffic at trafficiti.com before heading to either checkpoint. Friday is the busiest day for both checkpoints, so avoid traveling then.
| Tuas Checkpoint | Woodlands Checkpoint | |
| Best Times To Travel |
*For Sundays, you can travel after 2 pm |
*For Sundays, you can travel after 2 pm |
| Worst Times To Travel |
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7. Public Transport Accessibility
If you are planning to take a public transport into JB, Woodlands Checkpoint is the best as most buses will stop there as well as increasing bus frequencies into JB.
Read Also: Bus To JB Guide
You can also take the KTM train from Woodlands to JB Sentral which takes only 5 minutes!
| SG to Malaysia | Tuas Checkpoint | Woodlands Checkpoint |
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| Trains | No direct train route | KTM Train (Woodlands to JB Sentral) |
Conclusion
So, which is better for Singaporeans entering Malaysia?
If you plan to stay in JB, Woodlands Checkpoint is the better choice. If you intend to explore beyond JB with a car, it is better to take the Tuas Checkpoint.
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