If you’re based in Johor Bahru — or just landed at JB CIQ or Senai Airport — you’re in luck. With a rental car, the whole of Southern Malaysia becomes your playground.
At Gem Car Rental Johor Bahru, many of our customers rent just to escape the city for a few days. Whether it’s beaches, hills, waterfalls or food hunting, these are our favourite routes to hit the road and reset.
So here it is: 7 amazing road trip routes from JB — all doable with your own rented ride.
🏖️ 1. Johor Bahru → Desaru
🛣 Distance: ~90km
⏱ Drive Time: ~1.5 hours
One of the most popular beach escapes. With a proper highway (Senai–Desaru Expressway), it’s a smooth drive for anyone — even first-time tourists.
What to do:
- Chill at Desaru Beach
- Visit Desaru Fruit Farm
- Slide at Adventure Waterpark
- Seafood at Sungai Rengit
Perfect Car:
Bezza, Myvi or Vios – comfy for couples or small families
🍜 2. Johor Bahru → Muar
🛣 Distance: ~170km
⏱ Drive Time: ~2.5 hours
Small town vibes + old-school food = road trip gold. Muar is great for a chill weekend exploring heritage streets and legendary kopitiams.
What to eat:
- Muar Otak-Otak
- Mee Bandung Muar
- Satay Warisan Bentayan
Perfect Car:
Axia or Bezza for short stays. MPV if you’re makan-ing with a group!
🏞️ 3. Johor Bahru → Kota Tinggi Waterfalls
🛣 Distance: ~60km
⏱ Drive Time: ~1 hour
Quick nature getaway! Great for family day trips or couples wanting to picnic, swim, and just enjoy the forest air.
Things to bring:
- Towel
- Slippers
- Waterproof bag
- Snacks!
Perfect Car:
Aruz or Alza – especially if you’ve got gear or kids
🌄 4. Johor Bahru → Gunung Lambak, Kluang
🛣 Distance: ~110km
⏱ Drive Time: ~1.5–2 hours
A scenic drive to one of Johor’s underrated hiking spots. Gunung Lambak is beginner-friendly and has beautiful views from the top.Don’t Miss:
- Kluang Rail Coffee
- Street murals
- Local pasar malam if you stay overnight
Perfect Car:
Myvi or Bezza (if you’re packing light), Vios for longer stays
🛍️ 5. Johor Bahru → Melaka
🛣 Distance: ~220km
⏱ Drive Time: ~3–3.5 hours
A road trip classic. Rich history, amazing food, and Insta-worthy streets await.
Highlights:
- Jonker Walk
- Chicken Rice Balls
- River Cruise
- Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum
Perfect Car:
City or Vios for comfort. X70 if you want space + luxury.
⛰️ 6. Johor Bahru → Cameron Highlands
🛣 Distance: ~550km
⏱ Drive Time: ~7–8 hours
Long but totally worth it. Cool weather, fresh strawberries, and a completely different world up in the hills.
Must-Do:
- Strawberry farms
- Boh Tea Plantation
- Cameron Night Market
- Steamboat dinner in the cold!
Perfect Car:
Aruz or X70 – better handling on winding roads, especially in rain
🌊 7. Johor Bahru → Mersing → Pulau Tioman (via ferry)
🛣 Distance: ~135km (to Mersing Jetty)
⏱ Drive Time: ~2.5–3 hours
Park your rental at Mersing Jetty, then hop onto a ferry to Tioman. It’s one of Malaysia’s most beautiful islands.
Why Go:
- Snorkeling
- Island-hopping
- White sand beaches
- Chill, zero-stress vibes
Perfect Car:
Any – park & ferry combo. Axia or Bezza works great.
✅ Planning a Road Trip? Here’s How We Can Help
With Gem Car Rental JB, you can:
- Choose the right car based on your route
- Add Touch ’n Go for tolls
- Ask us for tyre pressure checks + extra support if needed
- Get pickup from CIQ, airport or hotel
WhatsApp (Customer Services) : +6018-205 0962
IG : @gemcarrentaljohorbahru
TikTok : @gem.car.rental
Let’s get you road trip ready.
Lets travel with Gem Car Rental. We have so many types of car leasing in johor such as Sedan cars, Hatchback cars , SUV cars, MPV cars available ! Click the link below to book now ! https://linktr.ee/gemcar
Place we cover for delivery :
- Hotel in Johor Bahru ;
Doubletree Hilton Jb
Holiday Inn Jb Central
Renaissance Hotel Permas Jaya
Ramada Suites
KSL Resort Johor Bahru
Hotel Thistle
Almas Suites Puteri Harbour
D Elegance Grand Hotel
St.Giles Southkey - Specific Location we cover for delivery :
Seri Alam , Masai
Pasir Gudang
Permas Jaya
Taman Mount Austin
Larkin Central Johor Bahru
Taman Perling
Setia Tropika
Bukit Indah
Senai Airport Johor Bahru
Skudai
Puteri Harbour
Iskandar Puteri
Gelang Patah
