The University of Reading Malaysia is strategically located in the state of Johor, in the southern portion of Peninsular Malaysia. It is accessible by a range of transportation modes from both Malaysia and Singapore.
Airports
The University of Reading Malaysia is connected by two international airports:
- Senai International Airport - a 20 minute drive from EduCity
- Changi Airport Singapore – a 1-2 hour drive from EduCity.
Buses
Iskandar Malaysia Bus (IM Bus) routes run to nearby shops, places of interest and Johor Bahru City Centre. Public buses also enter EduCity from 8.00am until 6.00pm. Local bus services within Johor Bahru are provided by Causeway Link, Central Line, CityBus and Maju.
Fares are calculated based on distance and the maximum tariffs stands a RM3.60 for a single journey. Please check with the public bus services for accurate schedules and timetables. Key bus stops include: Gelang Patah, Legoland, Puteri Harbour, Larkin and Johor Customs Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ).
UoRM Shuttle Bus Service
The University of Reading Malaysia provides a convenient shuttle bus service for students and staff, connecting key locations around Johor Bahru.
How to Use the Service
- Present your Student/Staff ID or Hako room card to the driver.
- Tap your ManjaLink/Payment card on the reader.
- A flat rate of RM1 per ride will be deducted automatically.
- The screen will show your balance confirmation & beep.
- No tap out required.
Weekday Route & Schedule (Monday – Friday)
Weekday Route & Schedule (Monday – Friday)
Route:
- Hako Village (start & end point)
- UoRM (University of Reading Malaysia)
- Eco Galleria
- Medini
- Sunway Big Box
| Trip | Hako Village | UoRM | Eco Galleria | Medini | Sunway Big Box | Return Hako Village |
| 1 | 07:00 | 07:10 | 07:20 | 07:35 | 07:45 | 08:10 |
| 2 | 08:15 | 08:25 | 08:35 | 08:50 | 09:00 | 09:25 |
| 3 | 09:30 | 09:40 | 09:50 | 10:05 | 10:15 | 10:40 |
| 4 | 10:45 | 10:55 | 11:05 | 11:20 | 11:30 | 11:55 |
| 5 | 12:00 | 12:10 | 12:20 | 12:35 | 12:45 | 13:10 |
| 6 | 13:15 | 13:25 | 13:35 | 13:50 | 14:00 | 14:25 |
| 7 | 14:30 | 14:40 | 14:50 | 15:05 | 15:15 | 15:40 |
| 8 | 15:45 | 15:55 | 16:05 | 16:20 | 16:30 | 16:55 |
| 9 | 17:00 | 17:10 | 17:20 | 17:35 | 17:45 | 18:10 |
| 10 | 18:15 | 18:25 | 18:35 | 18:50 | 19:00 | 19:25 |
Weekend Route & Schedule (Saturday – Sunday)
Weekend Route & Schedule (Saturday – Sunday)
Route:
- Hako Village (start & end point)
- Johor Bahru City Square (JBCC)
- The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey
| Trip | Route | Departure Time |
| 1 | Hako → JB City Square → Mid Valley | 09:30 |
| 2 | Hako → JB City Square → Mid Valley | 11:30 |
| 3 | Mid Valley → JB City Square → Hako | 13:00 |
| 4 | Hako → JB City Square → Mid Valley | 14:30 |
| 5 | Mid Valley → JB City Square → Hako | 16:00 |
| 6 | Mid Valley → JB City Square → Hako | 20:00 |
Note: Schedules may vary due to traffic, weather, or unforeseen conditions. Mitigation measures will be in place to minimize disruptions.
Download Full Shuttle Bus Schedule (PDF)
Express Bus Stations
Larkin Sentral – a 20 minute drive from EduCity
Larkin Sentral is the largest and most central bus terminal located in Johor Bahru, in Johor, Malaysia. The station offers direct bus services to and from many cities and towns in Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore and Hat Yai in Thailand. It is located about 4km away from Johor Bahru's city centre.
Gelang Patah, GP Sentral – a 10 minute drive from EduCity
Taxis
Metered taxis are easily available and relatively affordable. City taxis will stop if flagged down in the street. Drivers are legally required to use the meter. The minimum fare per ride is Rm3.00. Between midnight and 6.00am, taxis impose a charge of 50 percent on the metered fare. Uber and Grab also serve the EduCity campus.
