Need to get to JB from Woodlands MRT?
Looking for clear directions on how to go to JB from Woodlands MRT?
We’ll guide you from Woodlands MRT to JB via Woodlands Temporary Bus Interchange step by step with helpful tips.
Let’s begin!
Step 1: Make Your Way To Woodlands MRT Station (NS9/TE2)
Step 2: Walk From Woodlands MRT Station To Woodlands Temporary Bus Interchange
Step 3: Board A Bus To Woodlands Checkpoint
Step 4: Clear Immigration At Woodlands Checkpoint
Step 5: Clear Immigration At JB Checkpoint
Step 1: Make Your Way To Woodlands MRT Station (NS9/TE2)
To start, head to Woodlands MRT Station. You can get there easily by taking the MRT.
Step 2: Walk From Woodlands MRT Station To Woodlands Temporary Bus Interchange
Once you’re at Woodlands MRT, just follow the signs and take a 2-minute walk to the Woodlands Temporary Bus Interchange (bus stop code: 47009).
This outdoor interchange is where you’ll find buses heading to Johor Bahru.
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Step 3: Board A Bus To Woodlands Checkpoint
There are 2 ways to board a bus to Woodlands Checkpoints.
3a. SMRT Bus 950 (Direct to Woodlands Checkpoint)
Once you’re inside Woodlands Temporary Bus Interchange, make your way to Berth 2.
You’ll easily spot the queue for the SMRT 950 bus by looking for the red sign that says “950”.
SMRT 950 offers the only direct route from Woodlands Temporary Bus Interchange straight to Woodlands Checkpoint, then onward to JB CIQ, and finally JB Sentral.
The bus will make a few stops along the way, so don’t worry if it doesn’t go straight there.
You can refer to the bus route and check the live bus schedule to time your trip perfectly.
Here’s a handy guide on how to take bus from Woodlands to JB.
Tips:
- Travel light, as you’ll carry your stuff through both checkpoints
- No need to pre-book, just tap your EZ-Link card when boarding.
- For more options, consider taking a bus from Kranji MRT. Here’s a great guide on how to take bus to JB from Singapore.
3b. Alternative Buses via Woodlands Train Checkpoint
Alternatively, from Woodlands Interchange (46009), you can also take:
- Bus 911 & 911T (Berth: B12)
- Bus 856 (Berth: B11)
- Bus 903 (Berth: B4)
- Bus 912 & 912B (Berth: B12)
These will drop you at the Woodlands Train Checkpoint.
From there, it’s a short 7-minute walk (~500m) across the footbridge to Woodlands Checkpoint.
Step 4: Clear Immigration At Woodlands Checkpoint
Here are the clearance process:
- When queueing for clearance, present your passport and visa (if applicable)
- Alternatively, use the MyICA Mobile app to generate a QR code. This speeds up the process at automated lanes.
- After clearance, board your bus again to continue to the Malaysian side (JB Checkpoint).
Read how to clear Singapore-Malaysia immigration with QR code.
Step 5: Clear Immigration At JB Checkpoint
At JB Checkpoint, queue again to clear Malaysia immigration. You have 2 options for entry:
- E-gates: Everyone needs to scan their passport to enter. Malaysian citizens can use a QR code with MyBorderPass.
- Manual counters: Available for all travellers and Malaysians who prefer manual processing or are not eligible to use the e-gates.
- For non-Singaporeans, read how to use e-gate JB for non-Singapore passport holder.
That’s it! Safe travels and enjoy your adventure in JB.
