Causeway Link JB Sentral–Desaru Coast Bus Service

Causeway Link JDX is an express bus service connecting Johor Bahru and Desaru Coast, operated by Handal Indah (Causeway Link).

Launched on 1 January 2020, Causeway Link JDX offers direct connectivity between Johor Bahru and Desaru Coast in one and a half hours. This service benefits travellers coming from Woodlands Checkpoint, with convenient bus timings that facilitate a day trip to Desaru Coast. From 27 August 2020, the route was amended to serve Larkin Sentral for additional connections.

Booking & Payment

The bus ride can be booked online at Causeway Link’s website, or purchased on the spot. Manjalink and Travel Bus Pass cards issued by Causeway Link are also accepted.

Travel Perks & Social Distancing Measures

Complimentary free drinks are offered to commuters travelling on this bus service.

Social Distancing Measures are applied to this bus service, with every alternate seat blocked off to minimise the possible spread of COVID-19. Passengers are also required to wear a face mask.

Pick-Up / Drop-Off Points

• JB Sentral
  – Platform 1 or 2
• Larkin Sentral
  – Platform B6, B7 or B8
• Desaru Coast
  – Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast

Passengers boarding from Larkin Bus Terminal do not need to exchange their e-ticket to a physical boarding pass. Instead, passengers can directly proceed to the bus platform at the Gate 1-2 area for Causeway Link JDX Bus Service and present their bus ticket to the bus captain before boarding the bus.

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History

• 2020 (01 Jan): Introduced between JB Sentral and Desaru Coast
• 2020 (01 Feb): Adjustment in trip departure timings
• 2020 (Mar – Aug): Suspended during the Malaysia Movement Control Order
• 2020 (27 Aug): Resumption of service, amended to serve Larkin Sentral

External Links & References:

• Causeway Link – Desaru Coast poster
• Causeway Link Bus Service to Desaru Coast from Johor Bahru is back to service – Causeway Link

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