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JB–Singapore RTS Link guide

JB RTS Link
opening date, station, fare & condos nearby

Everything about the RTS in one page: when it opens, where the station is, how long the ride takes, what it will cost — and which condos you can walk from.

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Feb 2027targeted opening
~5 minBukit Chagar → Woodlands North
10,000passengers / hour / direction
~3.6 minpeak frequency
Quick answer

The JB–Singapore RTS Link is a 5.3 km cross-border shuttle rail between Bukit Chagar (Johor Bahru) and Woodlands North (Singapore), with a ride of about 5 minutes. According to the October 2026 joint release by Singapore’s LTA and Ministry of Transport, passenger service is targeted to start in February 2027. Fares have not been announced.

Data last updated: 2026-11-02

RTS Link key facts

Opening
Targeted for February 2027
Journey
~5 minutes
Capacity
Up to 10,000 passengers per hour per direction
Route
~5.3 km (Wadi Hana depot – Bukit Chagar – Woodlands North)
Trains & frequency
8 four-car trains, 600+ passengers each; ~3.6 min peak headway
Fare
Not announced yet — to be announced jointly by Malaysia and Singapore
Stations
Bukit Chagar (JB, ~400 m walkway to JB Sentral) and Woodlands North (Singapore), with co-located customs at both ends

Sources: Singapore LTA and Ministry of Transport releases; public statements by Malaysia’s Transport Minister.

What it changes

From watching the jam to checking the timetable

Crossing the Causeway today means unpredictable jams. The RTS turns it into a fixed ~5-minute ride with co-located customs, so homes within walking distance of Bukit Chagar benefit most — more tenants, easier daily life.

  • Cross-border workers: Singapore job, JB home, predictable commute
  • Rental demand: studios and 1-beds near the station suit cross-border tenants
  • Weekend and short stays: Singapore visitors arrive straight into the city centre
  • Alongside the Johor–Singapore SEZ, cross-border movement keeps growing
Condos near the JB RTS

Condos within walking distance of Bukit Chagar RTS

Sorted by what matters. Causewayz Square is one of the few brand-new, freehold launches here that is also close to the CIQ.

ProjectTo RTSTenureAgeRent (RM/mo)
Causewayz Square~800 mFreeholdBrand newNot completed yet
R&F Princess Cove (Ph 1)~700 mFreeholdCompletedStudio 2,100–2,800 · 2-bed 2,700–3,000
TriTower Residence~350 mFreehold~8 yearsStudio ~2,740 · 2-bed ~3,075 · 3-bed ~4,550
Twin Tower Residence~700 mFreehold~3 yearsStudio 2,600–3,000 · 2-bed 3,300–3,600 · 3-bed 3,500–3,700
Suasana Iskandar0.6–1.8 kmFreehold~9 years1-bed 2,500–3,200 · 2-bed 3,000–3,300 · 3-bed 3,500–3,900
Paragon Suites @ CIQNear CIQFreehold~8 years—
SKS Pavillion450–600 m—CompletedStudio 2,000–2,300 · 2-bed 2,500–2,800 · 3-bed 3,200–3,500

Approximate distances; sources: Uchify, developer materials and property portals.

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Causewayz Square Type A floor plan 336–366 sq ft
Type A 336–366 sq ft
Entry point · Airbnb-style
Studio · 1 bath · Axis
1 car bay(s) · Ideal for: Singapore commuters, first-time investors
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Causewayz Square Type B floor plan 592 sq ft
Type B 592 sq ft
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Causewayz Square Type C floor plan 474 sq ft
Type C 474 sq ft
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1 bed · 1 bath · Brixton / Dover
1 car bay(s) · Ideal for: Singles, couples, cross-border workers
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Causewayz Square Type D1 / D2 floor plan 667 sq ft
Type D1 / D2 667 sq ft
Balanced own-stay
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1 car bay(s) · Ideal for: Young families, shared tenancy
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Causewayz Square Type E1 / E2 floor plan 850 sq ft
Type E1 / E2 850 sq ft
Family size · 2 car bays
3 bed · 2 bath · Brixton / Dover
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Causewayz Square Type F1 / F2 floor plan 850 sq ft
Type F1 / F2 850 sq ft
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3 bed · 2 bath · Dual-key · Brixton / Dover
2 car bay(s) · Ideal for: Multi-generation living or live-in landlord
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FAQ

RTS Link FAQ

When will the JB–Singapore RTS Link open?

Passenger service is targeted for February 2027, according to the October 2026 joint release by Singapore’s LTA and Ministry of Transport. Trial runs continue to the end of 2026, followed by safety certification.

How long is the RTS ride from JB to Singapore?

About 5 minutes between Bukit Chagar (JB) and Woodlands North (Singapore), with customs clearance at both stations.

Where is the JB RTS station?

Bukit Chagar station is on Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, 80300 Johor Bahru, linked to JB Sentral by a walkway of about 400 m.

How much is the RTS Link fare?

The fare has not been announced. Malaysia and Singapore have said it will be announced jointly before the service starts. Figures circulating online are speculation.

Which condos are nearest to the JB RTS station?

Completed options within roughly 1 km include TriTower Residence (~350 m), SKS Pavillion (450–600 m), R&F Princess Cove and Twin Tower Residence (~700 m). New freehold launch Causewayz Square is about 800 m away and about 600 m from CIQ.

How many passengers can the RTS Link carry?

Up to 10,000 passengers per hour in each direction, using eight four-car trains that each carry more than 600 people.

Does the RTS station have parking?

Official parking arrangements have not been published. Most riders are expected to walk from nearby homes and JB Sentral, which is why condos within walking distance are in demand.

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