Johor Bahru to Shah Alam by bus
Shah Alam lies 306 km (190 mi) north-west of Johor Bahru, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 44 min including stops, over roughly 373 km (232 mi) of road.
| Johor Bahru | Shah Alam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 858,118 | 740,750 |
| Elevation | 32 m (105 ft) | 53 m (174 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Postal codes | 80000–81310 | 40000–40990 |
Where to book buses from Johor Bahru to Shah Alam
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Staying in Shah Alam
Our booking partner lists 621 places to stay in Shah Alam. Of the 361 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (164), and 6 are five-star. Across 149 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 58,091 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Shah Alam from Johor Bahru?
306 km (190 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Johor Bahru; by road roughly 373 km (232 mi).
How long does it take to get from Johor Bahru to Shah Alam by bus?
About 5 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Johor Bahru and Shah Alam?
No, both are on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur at the moment.
Where can I stay in Shah Alam?
Our booking partner lists 621 places to stay in Shah Alam, bookable on this site.
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.