Batu Pahat

Batu Pahat, also called Bandar Penggaram, is a town in Batu Pahat District, Johor, Malaysia.

By car
Exit the North-South Expressway (PLUS) via Air Hitam/Yong Peng (if coming from the south) or Tangkak/Pagoh (if coming from the north) and follow the signs to Batu Pahat.

Average journey times (via Expressway):
 * Kuala Lumpur (3.5 hours)
 * Johor Bahru (2 hours)
 * Singapore (2.5 hours)
 * KLIA (3 hours)

By train
There is no local train station. The nearest train station is in the nearby town of Kluang.

By plane
Batu Pahat does not have its own airport; the nearest airport is located in Malacca, and has very limited connections. For most visitors, the nearest airports of significance are the ones in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Singapore.

By car
The best way to get around is by car or taxi. There are several one-way roads so be wary and keep a look out for the roadsigns.

By bus
The main local bus terminal is in the town centre next to the intercity bus terminal. Stage buses take you to the surrounding suburbs and are fairly cheap.

See

 * Check out the famous Batu Pahat roundabout with the 100-year-old tree.

Buy
Batu Pahat city is one shopping paradise which offers more value for your money, compared to other cities in Malaysia due to its lower cost of living.



Night markets
These famous night markets are a must for any visitor. Every night, stalls are set up along a small road selling all sorts from food, clothes, toys and shoes. The markets take place at a different location every day on a rotating basis.



Eat
Batu Pahat is fabulous for its food. Look for these Malay specialities:
 * Pisang goreng - only the original fried banana in batter along Jalan Omar (Warung Tandan Emas). Its unique taste comes from being mixed with their delicious blend of kicap pedas (spicy soy sauce).
 * Nasi bariani - seen all around Malaysia, the nasi bariani Batu Pahat originates from here. There are plentiful shops around Batu Pahat selling them but the best allegedly is located across the Batu Pahat Bridge opposite Putra Hospital. Alas, commercialisation has caused its quality to deteriorate.

There are a few coffee shops selling delicious teatime cakes, toasts, half-boiled eggs and desserts.

Go next

 * Yong Peng - the other town in Batu Pahat District
 * Muar
 * Kluang
 * Johor Bahru
 * Singapore