Travel from Singapore to Malacca is a popular itinerary among travellers and for good reason. After all, Singapore is ideal to combine with a tour of Malaysia. Malacca, known for its rich colonial history and charming streets, is about 220 kilometres from Singapore and you have several travel options to choose from. Below is an overview of the most common options, including practical tips and information to make your trip go smoothly.
General information about Malaysia
Are you working on a travel plan for Malaysia? Then check out our tips for the best travel period, the budget and transport within Malaysia. You can find all information on Malaysia here.
1. Travelling from Singapore to Malacca by bus
The bus is one of the most chosen and cheapest ways to travel from Singapore to Malacca. This is therefore the reason we chose this option. Several buses depart daily from various locations in Singapore, such as Queen Street Bus Terminal and Golden Mile Complex, to Melaka Sentral, Malacca's central bus station.
- Starting points: Queen Street Bus Terminal, Golden Mile Complex, Boon Lay, and other locations.
- Arrival: Melaka Sentral Bus Terminal
- Travel time: About 4 to 5 hours, depending on traffic and border crossing.
- Price: Ranging from SGD 26 to SGD 44 (€12 - €30), depending on the bus company and how luxurious you want to sit there!
- Tickets: Easily booked online via 12GoAsia.
We recommend travelling with 707 Inc, KKKL Express and Transtar Express. These are reliable airlines with many good reviews. We also recommend booking online in advance, especially on weekends and public holidays, to avoid disappointment.
Tip: Preferably leave in the morning (between 08:00 and 10:00) to avoid the crowds at the border crossing
2. Travel from Singapore to Malacca by private transfer
For those looking for a bit more luxury and convenience, a private transfer is a good choice. This option offers door-to-door service, picking you up at a location of your choice in Singapore and taking you directly to your accommodation in Malacca.
- Travel time: About 3.5 to 4 hours, depending on traffic and border crossing.
- Price: From SGD 240 (€160) per car for a one-way trip.
This option is ideal for families, groups or if you are travelling with a lot of luggage!
3. Travelling from Singapore to Malacca by train
Although there is no direct train connection between Singapore and Malacca, you can take the train to Tampin (Pulau Sebang), the nearest station to Malacca, and then take a taxi or bus to the city centre.
- Route: Singapore - Johor Bahru - Tampin - Malacca
- Travel time: About 9 to 10 hours, including transfers and waiting times.
- Price: From SGD 10 (€7), excluding the cost of taxi or bus from Tampin to Malacca.
We recommend this option only if you want to make another stopover somewhere.
4. Travelling from Singapore to Malacca by private transport
If you have a rental car or other private transport, you can also travel from Singapore to Malacca by yourself.
- Distance: About 220 km
- Travel time: About 3.5 to 4.5 hours, depending on traffic and border crossing.
- Note: There are toll roads along the way; make sure you carry enough cash or a toll card.
Want to rent a car? Then do so with a reliable company. We almost always choose Sunnycars.co.uk. With their clear terms and conditions and all-inclusive service, you are always well insured, with no hidden costs.
Our favourite items on the go!
When travelling, you will often have to wait, which is why our e-reader always goes with us in the backpack. Not only ideal for reading a good book on the go, but also perfect for taking quick notes for our blog (we have one of those big ones, ideal!). This way we always have our notes ánd a good one to hand, without taking up any extra space or weight. Whether you're on the beach, on a long bus ride or taking shelter from a tropical shower in a coffee shop, an e-reader always comes in handy. In short: we don't want to be without it anymore.
And well, we also love games. Especially card and travel games always do well with us. They are nice and compact, easy to take with you and provide hours of entertainment without you having to unpack or arrange everything. Looking for fun games on the go? Check out our blogs 14x Great travel games for 2 people or 20x Mini games - Perfect travel gifts for our favourites!
Going the other way? No problem!
Do you do the route the other way round? No problem! Of course, all the above options work the other way too, so just check what fits into your itinerary! We hope this information helps you plan your trip. Do you have any questions or comments? You can always send us a message via Instagram or via [email protected].
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