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In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 315 kilometre distance from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore. Whether you prefer the scenic overnight train, a convenient bus+ferry combo, or the fastest flight option — we've got all the details you need.
There are 3 ways to get from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore. You can choose between the bus, train, flight. The most affordable option is by bus, starting from $13. The fastest route is by flight (2h 25m).
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The bus is the most popular way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore. It's direct, usually with just a stopover for immigration at the border crossing.
Bus fares start from $13 for the journey that takes 4h 35m - 9h 25m.
This is a very popular route, so you will be spoilt for choice when choosing a bus company for travel to Singapore from Kuala Lumpur. We recommend reading up on the reviews, though! Some companies don't get good reviews, mainly because of old buses and travel delays.
In Singapore, there are also various arrival points. These include Bugis MRT, Golden Mile Tower, Boon Lay, and Grantal Mall.
Always double-check the departure and arrival points before booking, so you don’t end up on a bus that leaves from or arrives at somewhere inconvenient.
There are no direct trains from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore. But thanks to a new development in Malaysia's train system, you now only need two trains to get into Singapore.
In December 2025, Malaysia launched an Electric Train Service (ETS) that connects Kuala Lumpur to Johor Bahru. Before, travellers had to make an overnight stop in Gemas, because the next connecting train didn’t run until the following day.
This has made train travel even more doable and convenient for this route, although more expensive than the bus.
Combined prices start from $30 and the train journey to Singapore from Kuala Lumpur takes around 5h 20m - 6h 10m.
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For a small island city-state, Singapore is a huge tourist hub in Southeast Asia. In 2024, the number of tourists visiting Singapore was nearly 3x its population!
This is for good reason. Head to downtown Singapore and you'll find a number of tourist attractions, all connected by efficient and high-quality transportation.
To revisit your childhood, there's Universal Studios and the resort island of Sentosa. For shopping, head to Orchard Road. For art, visit the Kampong Glam area. For an amazing night and light show, you have to visit Marina Bay Sands.
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The flight is the fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore, with a combined travel time of 2h 25m - 3h. However, it's worth noting that when you add the waiting time at the airport, it's not really much faster compared to a bus.
With combined rates from $45, here is a step-by-step guide to help you decide if it's worth taking a flight for this route.
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Carbon Footprint
This 315 km journey produces approximately 28 g CO2 by bus. Taking public transport is one of the lowest-emission ways to travel this route.
Used the Songserm ferry from Koh Samui. Cheaper than Lomprayah but takes a bit longer. Still a perfectly fine crossing. The views approaching Koh Tao are stunning either way.
OOliver S.November 2025Ferry
Train via Surat Thani was our pick. More scenic than Chumphon route and the Lomprayah catamaran from Tapee Pier is very comfortable. Book the special express train for the quickest ride.
The overnight bus with Montanatip was okay but not great. The bus was older and the seats didn't recline much. Ferry portion was fine though. If you're on a tight budget it works.
Took the sleeper train to Chumphon — magical! Woke up to palm trees and transferred to the Lomprayah catamaran. Whole journey felt like an adventure.
Lomprayah bus+ferry combo from Khao San Road was seamless. Departed at 6am, arrived Koh Tao by 3pm. Well organized.
Flew to Koh Samui and took Lomprayah catamaran. More expensive but saved a full day. Worth it if your holiday is short.
Most travelers base themselves near the main beach for easy access to transport, restaurants, and activities.
Popular budget resort with pool, located on Sairee Beach. Walking distance to dive shops and restaurants.
800 THB/night ($24)
Beachfront bungalows with balconies overlooking Sairee Beach. On-site restaurant and dive center.
2,200 THB/night ($66)
Luxury resort with private beach, infinity pool, and spa. Perfect for couples wanting extra comfort.
6,500 THB/night ($195)
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