Khaizuran RashidLooking for a fuss-free way to snag awesome discounts at Johor Premium Outlets in Johor Bahru (JB)? Good news, Singaporeans! Two new Causeway Link bus services now take you directly from Woodlands or Tuas checkpoint to all that retail therapy without the hassle of booking rides. Read on for the juicy details on your next mini shopping spree across the border!
Also read: A Guide to Johor Bahru City Square Mall for Singaporeans Going to JB
Say Goodbye to JB Transport Drama
Image credit: Causeway Link | Official Website
We all know the pain: crossing from Singapore to JB often involves multiple buses, customs queues, and maybe a frantic Grab ride if you’re unlucky. Thanks to the new JPO2 and JPO3 routes, you can now hop on at Woodlands (for JPO2) or Tuas (for JPO3) and head straight to Johor Premium Outlets in about 45 minutes (traffic permitting). When you reach immigration, just hop off, clear customs, and look for the trusty yellow signage directing you back onto your bus.
JPO2: Direct from Woodlands
Snooze your alarm all you want, but make sure you’re at the Woodlands CIQ 1st Link station in time for these daily JPO2 departures: 9am, 12pm, 3pm, and 6pm. Once you’ve indulged in all the designer deals, catch the return buses at 11am, 2pm, 5pm, or 8pm so you don’t end up stranded with arms full of shopping bags!
Cost: RM4.50 one way
Payment Methods: Visa, Manjalink Card, or cash (just remember, you won’t get change back)
JPO3: Depart from Tuas
Prefer crossing from the west side of Singapore? The JPO3 route is made for you. Daily departures leave Tuas CIQ 2nd Link at 9am, 12pm, 3pm, and 6pm. Returning from your fabulous finds at Johor Premium Outlets? Buses back are at 10.30am, 1.30pm, 4.30pm, and 7.30pm.
Cost: RM6 one way
Payment Methods: Visa, Manjalink Card, or cash (again, no change given)
Why Go to Johor Premium Outlets?
Image credit: Genting Highlands Premium Outlets | Official Website
Let’s be real: if you’re a shopaholic in Singapore, crossing the border to Johor Premium Outlets is a rite of passage. Scores of fashion labels, from Aigner to BOSS, Coach, Furla, Kate Spade New York, Michael Kors, Moschino, and Polo Ralph Lauren, all in one place, offering discounts as steep as 65%. Keep in mind that these deals often showcase past-season designs, but hey, that just means more savings for you!
Top Tips for a Smooth Trip
- Bring Enough Small Notes: You won’t get change if you pay with cash, so tuck some smaller denominations in your wallet.
- Don’t Dilly-Dally: Buses leave on time, and there’s currently no online ticket booking. Plan your shopping spree wisely so you don’t miss that last ride.
- Keep an Eye on Traffic: Travelling on weekends or public holidays can add some time to your journey, so factor in potential jams.
- Check for Seasonal Sales: If you want even bigger steals, time your visit with year-end or festive promotions.
So there you have it, Singaporeans: An effortless route to deep discounts without the typical JB transport juggling act. Thanks to these two new Causeway Link bus services, your dream shopping day at Johor Premium Outlets is now just one comfortable ride away. Happy bargain-hunting!
Also read: How to Go to Johor Bahru (JB) from Singapore for the Newbies
