DreamRide luxury minibus from Singapore to JB
Going on a shopping and makan trip in JB with the whole family always sounds like a good idea. Until reality sets in and a designated person has to coordinate transport, queue with bags, and mentally prepare for Causeway traffic. We’ve already got lots of JB trip hacks on our website, but here’s another lobang that makes future JB trips much easier.
For a super convenient and comfortable way across the border, DreamRide lets you rent a private VIP-style minibus from Singapore to Malaysia instead. Think doorstep pick-up, reclining leather seats, plenty of legroom, USB charging, privacy curtains, a smart TV, premium sound system, and colour-changing mood lights.
Get picked up right from your doorstep
One of the biggest perks of DreamRide is that you don’t have to travel to some ulu pick-up point at 6.45am to board your transportation. Since it’s a private ride, DreamRide can pick your group up right from your doorstep in Singapore. You can just roll out of bed, grab your suitcase and passports, and get whisked away to the Checkpoint.
Once you pass immigration, just get back into the minibus.
Besides that, there’s no need to open a ride-hailing app in JB the minute you get past the immigration checkpoint. That’s because you’re able to customise your drop-off point in Malaysia, whether you’re going straight to the new Horizon Mall, your hotel, or somewhere further out for a day tour.
So there’s no need to squeeze into a crowded bus, split the group across multiple cars, or nominate a designated driver who has to brave the Causeway traffic both ways.
Choose between 8-seater & 11-seater VIP Coasters
Depending on how big your group is, DreamRide has both an 8-seater Premium Mini Bus and 11-seater Premium Mini Coach available. The 8-seater works for smaller families or friend groups who want more space to stretch out, while the 11-seater is better for bigger groups and multi-gen family trips with ah ma involved.
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For standard transfers, rates start from $70 for the 8-seater and $100 for the 11-seater for Singapore city one-way transfers and airport departures, while airport arrival transfers are priced at $80 and $110 respectively.
Do note that additional charges may apply, including a midnight surcharge for pick-ups between 10.30pm and 7am, extra fees for additional stops, and a $10 location surcharge for transfers to or from Tuas South, Admiralty Yard, or Senoko Industrial Area.
Reclining leather seats, smart TV & USB charging
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This isn’t your usual cross-border coach situation either. Inside, it’s a pretty big upgrade. There are reclining leather seats with plenty of legroom, so you can sit and shake leg while catching up on your favourite series. Btw, the 11-seater VIP Coaster comes with a smart TV and sound system, while the 8-seater has an LED display you can watch YouTube videos on.
The 11-seater VIP Coaster.
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On the 11-seater, there are also USB charging ports and electronic privacy curtains that let you control the sunlight – so yes, you can continue sleeping until you get to your destination.
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Add in the colour-changing mood lights on the 11-seater, and it’s giving “business class coach”.
Ideal for family JB trips, shopping hauls & custom tours
And OK, we get that maybe $70 one way isn’t worth it if you’re just travelling with 2 people. This is probably most useful if you’re travelling in a group – think family JB trips, multi-gen outings with parents and kids, or custom day tours around Malaysia.
Since it’s a private ride, you can travel on your own schedule instead of planning your entire day around bus timings. Plus, you can leave your luggage safely in the minibus instead of lugging it around.
If your JB itinerary involves multiple bags, multiple people, and multiple “just one more stop” requests, you hit your ROI pretty quickly. All you have to do is fill in a form on WTS Travel’s website, and they’ll get back to you with a quote.
Book a VIP minibus from Singapore to JB for your next trip
With plenty of things to do in Johor Bahru, you can head there every weekend and still not run out of places to go. So, why not take the trip out of the family group chat and book your transportation with DreamRide? Plus, you get doorstep pick-up, a private ride, enough space for everyone to travel together, and amenities that just scream “Business Class vibes”.
Book a DreamRide minibus to JB
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