Woodlands Checkpoint Traffic
Live traffic updates for the Johor-Singapore Causeway via Woodlands Checkpoint. Check real-time conditions, webcam feeds (refreshed every 5 minutes), and crossing times before you travel.
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About Woodlands Causeway
The Johor-Singapore Causeway, accessed via Woodlands Checkpoint, is the busiest land border crossing between Singapore and Malaysia. Over 300,000 travelers cross daily, making it the primary route for commuters working in Singapore but living in Johor Bahru.
Best Times to Cross
Weekday Morning
PEAK 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Heavy congestion during rush hour. Expect 45-90 min crossing time.
Better: Cross before 5:30 AM or after 10:00 AM
Weekday Evening
BUSY 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Moderate to heavy traffic returning to JB. 30-60 min crossing.
Better: Cross after 9:00 PM for lighter traffic
Weekend
VERY BUSY Friday 5 PM - Sunday 9 PM
Peak leisure travel. Expect long queues especially Friday night and Sunday evening.
Better: Cross early Saturday morning (before 8 AM)
Weekday Morning
PEAKHeavy congestion during rush hour. Expect 45-90 min crossing time.
Weekday Evening
BUSYModerate to heavy traffic returning to JB. 30-60 min crossing.
Weekend
VERY BUSYPeak leisure travel. Expect long queues especially Friday night and Sunday evening.
Woodlands Checkpoint Tips
1 Prepare Your Documents
Have your passport ready. Malaysian car owners need vehicle grant, insurance, and road tax. Singapore-registered vehicles require VEP (Vehicle Entry Permit) for Malaysia.
2 Use Automated Lanes
Enroll in automated clearance (Autogate for Singapore citizens/PRs, MACS for frequent travelers). Significantly faster than manual counters.
3 Avoid Peak Hours
Crossing times can triple during rush hour. Check this page for live updates before departing. Consider alternative routes like Tuas during extreme congestion.
4 Fuel Up in JB (Not Singapore)
Fill your tank to at least 3/4 in Singapore before entering Malaysia (it's illegal to exit Singapore with less). But plan to refuel in JB where petrol is significantly cheaper.
5 Operating Hours
Woodlands Checkpoint operates 24/7. However, motorcycle lanes may have limited operating hours. Always check current operating status before traveling late at night.
Prepare Your Documents
Have your passport ready. Malaysian car owners need vehicle grant, insurance, and road tax. Singapore-registered vehicles require VEP (Vehicle Entry Permit) for Malaysia.
Use Automated Lanes
Enroll in automated clearance (Autogate for Singapore citizens/PRs, MACS for frequent travelers). Significantly faster than manual counters.
Avoid Peak Hours
Crossing times can triple during rush hour. Check this page for live updates before departing. Consider alternative routes like Tuas during extreme congestion.
Fuel Up in JB (Not Singapore)
Fill your tank to at least 3/4 in Singapore before entering Malaysia (it's illegal to exit Singapore with less). But plan to refuel in JB where petrol is significantly cheaper.
Operating Hours
Woodlands Checkpoint operates 24/7. However, motorcycle lanes may have limited operating hours. Always check current operating status before traveling late at night.
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How to Get to Woodlands Checkpoint
By Car
Take BKE (Bukit Timah Expressway) northbound.
Follow signs for "Johor/Woodlands Checkpoint". From central Singapore, journey takes 25-40 minutes depending on traffic.
By MRT
Take the North-South Line (Red Line) to Woodlands MRT.
Walk ~5 minutes to the checkpoint or take bus 950 to JB Sentral CIQ.
By Bus
Direct buses from Queen Street Terminal or Kranji MRT. Popular services: CW1, CW2 (Causeway Link),
170, 950. Fares range from SGD $1.50-$3.50.
By Car
Take BKE (Bukit Timah Expressway) northbound. Follow signs for "Johor/Woodlands Checkpoint". From central Singapore, journey takes 25-40 minutes depending on traffic.
By MRT
Take the North-South Line (Red Line) to Woodlands MRT. Walk ~5 minutes to the checkpoint or take bus 950 to JB Sentral CIQ.
By Bus
Direct buses from Queen Street Terminal or Kranji MRT. Popular services: CW1, CW2 (Causeway Link), 170, 950. Fares range from SGD $1.50-$3.50.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to cross Woodlands Checkpoint?
During off-peak hours: 15-30 minutes. During peak hours (weekday mornings/evenings): 45-90 minutes.
Weekends and public holidays can see even longer delays, especially Friday evenings and Sunday evenings.
Is Woodlands or Tuas checkpoint faster?
It depends on current traffic. Woodlands is closer for most Singapore residents (shorter distance) but handles 2-3x more traffic than Tuas.
Tuas is less congested but requires a longer drive. Use our real-time comparison tool to check which is faster right now.
Do I need to pay a toll at Woodlands?
No toll to cross the causeway itself. However, Singapore-registered vehicles entering Malaysia need to purchase VEP (Vehicle Entry Permit) online beforehand.
Malaysian-registered vehicles pay road charge via Touch 'n Go or cash.
What are the checkpoint operating hours?
Woodlands Checkpoint operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for cars and pedestrians. Some motorcycle lanes may have restricted hours.
Always check official ICA/JPJ announcements for any temporary closures during maintenance or special events.
How long does it take to cross Woodlands Checkpoint?
During off-peak hours: 15-30 minutes. During peak hours (weekday mornings/evenings): 45-90 minutes. Weekends and public holidays can see even longer delays, especially Friday evenings and Sunday evenings.
Is Woodlands or Tuas checkpoint faster?
It depends on current traffic. Woodlands is closer for most Singapore residents (shorter distance) but handles 2-3x more traffic than Tuas. Tuas is less congested but requires a longer drive. Use our real-time comparison tool to check which is faster right now.
Do I need to pay a toll at Woodlands?
No toll to cross the causeway itself. However, Singapore-registered vehicles entering Malaysia need to purchase VEP (Vehicle Entry Permit) online beforehand. Malaysian-registered vehicles pay road charge via Touch 'n Go or cash.
What are the checkpoint operating hours?
Woodlands Checkpoint operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for cars and pedestrians. Some motorcycle lanes may have restricted hours. Always check official ICA/JPJ announcements for any temporary closures during maintenance or special events.