Goodbye, Stupid Queue! A 24‑Hour Taxi Saves My Day
Every time I think about crossing the Johor Bahru–Singapore bridge, I dread the image of standing in a line that feels like it stretches to the moon. For all the cool stuff Bangsar has to offer—great food, massages, shopping—those wait times are the real barrier.
What’s the Fix?
Enter the new 24‑hour taxi service. Launched on Oct 15, it picks you up from the KTM Berhad Museum—just a stone’s throw from Johor Bahru City Square—and drops you off at Singapore’s Ban San Street Terminal.
Why It’s a Game‑Changer
- 30 taxis are on duty every day, with more added if demand spikes.
- No need to line up at customs—just hop on.
- Stops you at the familiar terminal in Singapore.
- Runs 24 hours: your escape plan is always on.
How Busy Is It Already?
Day one recorded 13 passengers. Day two saw 21 passengers. Expecting a steady climb as the buzz grows.
My Take
Long queues are a pain for me, so this is exactly the ticket I needed—literally! No more wasted hours, just a smooth ride into JB or back into Singapore.
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Car‑pooling for the Win: Your Wallet Will Thank You
When four of you hop into a taxi, the fare is only RM100 (about $33). That works out to roughly $8.30 per person – a tiny price for a lunch‑plus‑comfort ride.
On SingaporeTaxi, a standard ride from the Johor Bahru Taxi Terminal at Larkin (just a 10‑minute drive from JB’s City Square) to Ban San Street (or the other way around) is about $48 per taxi, or $12 per person. If you want a private limousine, expect a minimum of $100.
Want a licensed taxi from the terminal into Singapore proper? You’ll need a Singaporean cab and will pay at least $70 for the service.
Why Pick a Taxi?
- Crossing customs is as smooth as a breeze—no need to get off the vehicle while pushing around your shopping haul.
- No last‑bus anxiety. You get in, you’re on your way.
- Your check‑in is super convenient; you’re less likely to miss the traffic at the Causeway during rush hour.
Bottom Line
Choosing a shared taxi doesn’t just mean a cheaper ride—it also frees up your mind from the logistics of public transport. You’ll arrive in Singapore in style, and your wallet stays happy.
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