Singapore is among the most popular tourist destination in Southeast Asia. It is famous for its internationally acclaimed restaurants, local food joints, shopping malls, historical landmarks, and other popular tourist attractions like Marina by the Bay.
A historical town located in Johor, Muar is a popular tourist attraction in Malaysia and is known for its wide variety of attractions. The city is known for its coffee, food, and historical buildings. It was also declared a royal town by the Sultan and is a great place to learn more about the local culture of the country.
The road distance from Johor Bahru to Malacca is 190 km and takes about 2 to 3 hours to cover this distance by road. There are a few buses that operate between the two cities and these are provided by StarMart Express. The bus company makes two trips a day and is an economical mode of transport. Choose whichever option works best for you and visit Muar for a memorable trip.
Singapore to Muar Bus Details
Both buses which ply on the route are available in the mornings. The buses are clean, comfortable, timely, and are preferred by customers because of the good quality of service they provide. They have ample leg space and comfortable seats as well.
The first bus of the day departs from Singapore at 7:30 am from the Golden Mile Tower which is a popular departure point in the city. The other bus departs at 8:15 am from Boon Lay. These buses are prompt and will leave on time as scheduled. So make sure you reach there exactly as per schedule. Each bus has 18 seats which can be booked for the trip and it is advisable to book in advance. The prices start from as low as S$ 15.
The arrival point is at the Muar Bus Terminal and there are shuttle services that can be taken to travel to further destinations.
Things to do in Muar
Here is the list of things that you can do in Muar:
- Tanjung Emas: This is a great riverside park which is the perfect place to enjoy an evening stroll. There are benches, lawns, and shaded areas present here as well.
- Sultan Ibrahim Jamek Mosque: The Sultan Ibrahim Jamek Mosque is one of the oldest in the region as it was built way back in the 1880s. There are some great riverfront views with ornate architecture which can be enjoyed.
- Demang Abdul Ghani Gallery: Make sure you visit this beautiful gallery which features some great photos and local articles of the area.
- Kubu Bentayan: This is a fortress dedicated to the last sultanate of Malacca before they conceded to the Portuguese.
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