https://sg.news.yahoo.com/yahoo-pol...alaysias-request-for-4am-buses-093238257.html
Staff Writer
·Editorial team
Updated Tue, 5 August 2025 at 5:39 pm SGT·1-min read
Malaysia has asked Singapore to start cross-border buses from Johor Bahru at 4am to tackle early-morning congestion. (Photo: Getty Images)
Singapore's Land Transport Authority (LTA) is reviewing a proposal from Malaysia to start cross-border bus services from Johor Bahru at 4am, an hour earlier than the current schedule. The request, submitted on 17 June, aims to ease pre-dawn congestion at the Causeway.
Malaysia’s Johor state officials say long queues form by 4am, with commuters rushing to reach Singapore before peak traffic. The earlier start could help distribute travel demand and reduce bottlenecks at immigration checkpoints.
Currently, SBS Transit and SMRT buses begin service around 5am, with private operators like Singapore-Johore Express and Transtar Travel following similar schedules. Adjusting these times could mean logistical challenges and higher operating costs.
A transport economist warns that earlier shifts may strain manpower and lead to fare hikes, especially if public subsidies are involved. Singaporeans may also question funding services that primarily benefit Malaysian workers.
So, should Singapore agree to Malaysia's request to start bus services at 4am?
Have your say and take the poll.
YAHOO POLL: Should Singapore say yes to Malaysia's request for 4am buses?
Singapore is reviewing Malaysia’s request for earlier buses from Johor Bahru
Staff Writer
·Editorial team
Updated Tue, 5 August 2025 at 5:39 pm SGT·1-min read
Malaysia has asked Singapore to start cross-border buses from Johor Bahru at 4am to tackle early-morning congestion. (Photo: Getty Images)
Singapore's Land Transport Authority (LTA) is reviewing a proposal from Malaysia to start cross-border bus services from Johor Bahru at 4am, an hour earlier than the current schedule. The request, submitted on 17 June, aims to ease pre-dawn congestion at the Causeway.
Malaysia’s Johor state officials say long queues form by 4am, with commuters rushing to reach Singapore before peak traffic. The earlier start could help distribute travel demand and reduce bottlenecks at immigration checkpoints.
Currently, SBS Transit and SMRT buses begin service around 5am, with private operators like Singapore-Johore Express and Transtar Travel following similar schedules. Adjusting these times could mean logistical challenges and higher operating costs.
A transport economist warns that earlier shifts may strain manpower and lead to fare hikes, especially if public subsidies are involved. Singaporeans may also question funding services that primarily benefit Malaysian workers.
So, should Singapore agree to Malaysia's request to start bus services at 4am?
Have your say and take the poll.
