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Singapore to Desaru Private Car Service

SGMYTRIPS private car fares from Singapore to Desaru start at SGD160 one-way or SGD300 return for a Toyota Innova (up to 6 passengers). Toyota Alphard / Vellfire and Hyundai Staria / Starex are SGD200 one-way or SGD380 return. Prices are per vehicle, with fuel, parking, tolls and checkpoint entry fee included. Allow about 2.5–3 hours door to door, depending mostly on checkpoint queues.

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  • From SGD160 one-way
  • Per vehicle, not per person
  • Door to Door
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From SGD160 one-way · SGD150 each way with a return booking

Black third-generation Toyota Alphard private car transfer from Singapore to Desaru – SGMYTRIPS

Singapore to Desaru Journey Information

About 2.5–3 hours door to door, depending mostly on checkpoint queues. We use Woodlands or Tuas, whichever is faster on the day.

You normally stay in the car through both checkpoints — just have everyone's passports ready to hand to the officer at the immigration booth.

Goes where taxis can't — Desaru is in Johor, but cross-border taxis can't drop off there.

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Prices updated 2026-10. Per vehicle, not per person. Fuel, parking, tolls and checkpoint entry fee included.

Toyota Innova

Real SGMYTRIPS Toyota Innova vehicle
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One-way
SGD160
Return total
SGD300

With a return booking:
SGD150 each way

Up to 6 passengers

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Toyota Alphard / Vellfire

Real SGMYTRIPS Toyota Alphard vehicle; model allocation is confirmed separately
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One-way
SGD200
Return total
SGD380

With a return booking:
SGD190 each way

5 passengers (6 seats)

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Hyundai Staria / Starex

Hyundai Staria vehicle example
Staria shown. Your vehicle allocation is confirmed by our team.
One-way
SGD200
Return total
SGD380

With a return booking:
SGD190 each way

Up to 7 passengers with luggage (9 seats Staria / 10 Starex)

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Price reference: Singapore-to-Malaysia published rate table

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Singapore to Desaru Fares — What’s Included

  • Included: driver, fuel, parking, tolls, checkpoint entry fee, door to door.
  • Waiting in Malaysia: SGD35 per hour (Toyota Innova); SGD40 per hour (Toyota Alphard / Vellfire, Hyundai Staria / Starex).
  • Child seat SGD10 / RM35 · extra pickup or drop-off point SGD10 each.
  • Not included: resort, waterpark tickets, golf green fees.

Changes and cancellation

  • For rescheduling, kindly notify our team 1–2 days in advance.
  • To cancel your booking, please inform us at least 1–2 days in advance.
  • Free cancellation if you tell us at least 1–2 days before pickup.

Private MPV vs Ferry or Cross-Border Taxi

Private MPV (SGMYTRIPS)

Price
SGD160 one-way / SGD300 return, per vehicle
Door to door
Yes — your Singapore address to your resort
Schedule
Your time
Typical time
about 2.5–3 hours door to door
Checkpoint
Woodlands or Tuas, whichever is faster on the day
Luggage
Real person checks bags (golf bags, strollers) on WhatsApp

Direct ferry

Price
about S$70 one-way / S$108 return per person (checked 2026-10)
Door to door
No — terminal to terminal, then resort shuttle
Schedule
about one sailing a day, on selected days (checked 2026-10)
Typical time
about 90 min sailing, plus check-in before departure
Checkpoint
Ferry terminal immigration
Luggage
Hand-carry limit about 10 kg per person

Cross-border taxi

Price
Not possible — Desaru is outside the taxi drop-off area (JB, Iskandar Puteri, Forest City, Kulai, Senai)
Ways to travel from Singapore to Desaru
Private MPV (SGMYTRIPS)Direct ferryCross-border taxi
PriceSGD160 one-way / SGD300 return, per vehicleabout S$70 one-way / S$108 return per person (checked 2026-10)Not possible — Desaru is outside the taxi drop-off area (JB, Iskandar Puteri, Forest City, Kulai, Senai)
Door to doorYes — your Singapore address to your resortNo — terminal to terminal, then resort shuttle—
ScheduleYour timeabout one sailing a day, on selected days (checked 2026-10)—
Typical timeabout 2.5–3 hours door to doorabout 90 min sailing, plus check-in before departure—
CheckpointWoodlands or Tuas, whichever is faster on the dayFerry terminal immigration—
LuggageReal person checks bags (golf bags, strollers) on WhatsAppHand-carry limit about 10 kg per person—

Why Book with SGMYTRIPS

  • Priced per vehicle, not per person — a family of 5 pays one fare.
  • Goes where taxis can't — Desaru is in Johor, but cross-border taxis can't drop off there.
  • Return SGD150 each way vs SGD160 one-way (Toyota Innova); waiting SGD35 / SGD40 per hour; extra stops SGD10 each.
  • Licensed and insured — MOTAC tourism licence L/N10641; passenger insurance; 24/7 support.
  • 24-hour breakdown and accident assistance.
  • Over 80 vehicles and more than 100 drivers across our team.
  • Book now, pay later.

Book Your Singapore to Desaru Transfer

Send your pickup address, Desaru resort, date, passengers and luggage on WhatsApp +60 11-6796 0658 (WeChat / LINE: Sgmytrips) or use the booking form. Book now, pay later — pay the driver in cash, or pay by PayNow at the end of the trip. A submitted form is a request — our team confirms the vehicle and details with you. Support is available 24/7.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a private car from Singapore to Desaru?

A Toyota Innova is SGD160 one-way or SGD300 return. A Toyota Alphard / Vellfire or Hyundai Staria / Starex is SGD200 one-way or SGD380 return. Prices are in SGD, per vehicle, with fuel, parking, tolls and checkpoint entry fee included.

How long does it take to drive from Singapore to Desaru?

About 2.5–3 hours door to door, depending mostly on checkpoint queues. We use Woodlands or Tuas, whichever is faster on the day.

Can I take a cross-border taxi to Desaru?

No. Desaru is in Johor, but cross-border taxis can only drop passengers in Johor Bahru, Iskandar Puteri, Forest City, Kulai and Senai. To reach Desaru by road you need a private car that drives the whole way.

Is the ferry or a private car better for Desaru?

The ferry can suit a couple travelling light on a day it sails. A private car leaves when you want, picks you up at home and drops you at your resort door, and is priced per vehicle — usually simpler for families, groups and anyone with golf bags or a lot of luggage.

Is the fare per person or per vehicle?

Per vehicle. One fare covers the whole MPV and driver for your group.

Is a return trip cheaper?

Yes. A Toyota Innova return is SGD300, or SGD150 each way, compared with SGD160 for a single one-way trip.

Which vehicle fits my group and luggage?

The Toyota Innova takes up to 6 passengers and the Toyota Alphard / Vellfire 5 passengers (6 seats). The Hyundai Staria / Starex has 9 seats (Staria) or 10 seats (Starex) and takes up to 7 passengers with luggage. Tell us about golf bags, strollers or beach gear on WhatsApp and a real person will recommend the right vehicle.

Can we stop on the way or have the driver wait?

Yes. Each extra pickup or drop-off point is SGD10, and waiting in Malaysia is SGD35 per hour for a Toyota Innova or SGD40 per hour for an Toyota Alphard / Vellfire or Hyundai Staria / Starex. Tell us your plans when you book. Toilet stops are free and usually no problem — just ask the driver.

Do passengers get out of the car at the checkpoint?

You normally stay in the car through both checkpoints — just have everyone's passports ready to hand to the officer at the immigration booth.

How do I book and pay?

Send your pickup address, Desaru resort, date, passengers and luggage on WhatsApp +60 11-6796 0658 (WeChat / LINE: Sgmytrips) or use the booking form. Book now, pay later — pay the driver in cash, or pay by PayNow at the end of the trip. A submitted form is a request — our team confirms the vehicle and details with you. Support is available 24/7.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

For rescheduling, kindly notify our team 1–2 days in advance. To cancel your booking, please inform us at least 1–2 days in advance. Free cancellation if you tell us at least 1–2 days before pickup.

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