Crossing the Border

Your guide to Singapore - Johor Bahru border crossings

Causeway / Tambak Johor
SG Checkpoint Woodlands Checkpoint
JB Checkpoint Sultan Iskandar CIQ
Distance ~1.0 km
Walkable Yes (via covered walkway)
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Tips Avoid weekends/holidays. Walk across during peak jams.
Second Link / Laluan Kedua
SG Checkpoint Tuas Checkpoint
JB Checkpoint Sultan Abu Bakar CIQ (Tanjung Kupang)
Distance ~1.9 km
Walkable No (vehicle only)
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Tips Less crowded alternative. Fewer bus services available.
Cross-Border Bus Services

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Practical Tips

Best Time to Cross

Avoid Friday evenings (SG to JB) and Sunday evenings (JB to SG). Weekday mid-mornings are usually smooth.

Documents Ready

Have your passport (or MyKad for Malaysians) ready before reaching the checkpoint. Keep bags easy to open for inspection.

Payment Methods

SG buses take EZ-Link, contactless cards and mobile wallets (SimplyGo), or cash on board. Causeway Link cross-border buses are tap-in only and don't accept cash; they take Manjalink, EZ-Link and credit/debit cards. JB buses (BAS.MY) take cash, cards, DuitNow QR and Manjalink.

Walking Across

Only the Causeway allows walking. Use the covered pedestrian walkway between Woodlands and Sultan Iskandar CIQ. Takes about 20-30 minutes.

Currency Exchange

Exchange money at JB Sentral or CIQ money changers for better rates. Avoid exchanging at the checkpoint itself.

Stay Connected

Consider a dual-SIM setup or eSIM for data on both sides. SG roaming in JB can be expensive.