Johor Bahru to Bukit Mertajam by train
Bukit Mertajam lies 567 km (352 mi) north-west of Johor Bahru, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 8 h 9 min at the speeds typical of Malaysia rail, over roughly 691 km (430 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Johor Bahru | Bukit Mertajam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 858,118 | 212,329 |
| Elevation | 32 m (105 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Stations on record | Johor Bahru Sentral station | Bukit Mertajam railway station |
| Postal codes | 80000–81310 | 14000–14020 |
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Common questions
How far is Bukit Mertajam from Johor Bahru?
567 km (352 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Johor Bahru; by road roughly 691 km (430 mi).
How long does it take to get from Johor Bahru to Bukit Mertajam by train?
About 8 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Johor Bahru and Bukit Mertajam?
No, both are on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.