How to travel from Langkawi to Johor Bahru, Malaysia

The distance between Langkawi and Johor Bahru is around 727km (452 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Langkawi to Johor Bahru by plane, subway, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Johor BahruLangkawi if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Senai (JHB).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time1h 25m
  • Typical cost
    MYR 345($78)
Operated by

AirAsia

+ 2 others

2 similiar routes

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Ferry to Swettenham Pier, Bus

Take a ferry to Swettenham Pier then take the bus to Larkin Bus Terminal.

  • Duration11hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    MYR 170($38)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Langkawi and Johor Bahru

There are several options for getting from Langkawi to Johor Bahru by plane, subway, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around MYR 22 ($5) and will take around 12h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MYR 345 ($78).

The distance between Langkawi and Johor Bahru is around 727km (452 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 697km (433 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Langkawi and Johor Bahru by plane and subway.

The quickest way to get from Langkawi to Johor Bahru is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx MYR 345 ($78).

The cheapest way to travel between Langkawi and Johor Bahru is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around MYR 22 ($5) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Langkawi and Johor Bahru. We recommend that you fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Senai (JHB). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Langkawi and Johor Bahru. We recommend that you fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Senai (JHB). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Langkawi and Johor Bahru. Flights depart from Langkawi (LGK) and arrive at Senai (JHB). The flight takes around 1h 25m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Langkawi and Johor Bahru with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 25m.

AirAsia, Malindo Airways and Firefly fly between Langkawi and Johor Bahru. Flights depart from Langkawi (LGK) and and arrive into Senai (JHB). These flights usually take around 1h 25m.

The flight from Langkawi to Johor Bahru typically takes around 1h 25m. Flights depart from Langkawi (LGK) and and arrive into Senai (JHB).

The closest major airport to Johor Bahru is Senai International Airport (JHB) (JHB) which is approximately 17km (11 miles) from Johor Bahru. Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) (KUA) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) (KUL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Langkawi to Johor Bahru. We recommend that you fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Singapore Changi (SIN) then take the train to Marsiling. instead which will take 3h 10m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Langkawi to Johor Bahru is to fly and then take the underground which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around MYR 445 ($100).

How do I get from Langkawi to Johor Bahru

Compare travel optionsbetween Langkawi and Johor Bahru

Transport options from Langkawi to Johor Bahru
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
2h 20m
MYR 345($78)
5 times a day727km (452 miles)
Fly to Singapore Seletar Apt (XSP)3h 35m
MYR 1,130($255)
every 15 mins763km (474 miles)
Plane and Train3h 10m
MYR 445($100)
every 15 mins790km (491 miles)
Ferry to Swettenham Pier, Bus + 3 similar
11hrs
MYR 170($38)
once daily798km (496 miles)
Ferry to Kuala Kedah, Bus12h 30m
MYR 140($31)
twice daily832km (517 miles)
Ferry and Bus12h 30m
MYR 22($5)
once daily839km (521 miles)
Ferry to Swettenham Pier, bus12h 50m
MYR 84($19)
twice daily786km (488 miles)

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Airports near Johor Bahru

The following major airports near Johor Bahru offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Malaysia and internationally.

JHB
Senai International Airport (JHB)
International Airport
Distance
17km (11 miles) from Johor Bahru
KUA
Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
260km (162 miles) from Johor Bahru
KUL
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
International Airport
Distance
265km (164 miles) from Johor Bahru