Quick answer: Yes, there is a Starbucks with a drive-thru at Skudai R&R Southbound, KM16.5 of the North-South Expressway near Skudai toll. The glasshouse cafe and drive-thru reopened on 15 October 2026. It is the last Starbucks stop on the southbound NSE before Johor Bahru and Woodlands Checkpoint, about 20 minutes away.
Is the Starbucks at Skudai R&R open?
Yes. The Starbucks glasshouse cafe and drive-thru at Skudai R&R reopened on 15 October 2026. If you have driven past recently and seen it closed, it is back in business.
Skudai R&R itself is open 24 hours. Cafe operating hours are set by the outlet and may change, so check the Starbucks Malaysia app or Google Maps for the latest hours before a very late or very early visit.
Where is the Starbucks drive-thru on the North-South Expressway?
The Starbucks is inside Skudai R&R Southbound at KM16.5 of the North-South Expressway (E2), just before Skudai toll. You reach it by taking the Skudai R&R exit while driving south towards Johor Bahru and Singapore.
Address: 8, Jalan R&R Skudai Kawasan R&R Skudai, 81400 Senai, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia
Direction: southbound only
Distance to Woodlands Checkpoint: about 20 minutes in normal traffic
Is there a Starbucks at Skudai R&R northbound?
No. Skudai R&R, including its Starbucks, is on the southbound side of the NSE only. Drivers heading north from JB towards Kuala Lumpur cannot cross over to it from the northbound carriageway. Search data shows people often look for "Starbucks RnR northbound", so it is worth planning ahead if you are driving north.
What makes the Skudai R&R Starbucks different?
The glasshouse: a bright, glass-walled cafe that is a favourite photo spot for travellers.
The drive-thru: grab your coffee without parking, which is handy when you are in a hurry to beat the Causeway queue.
The setting: it sits within Skudai R&R's landscaped grounds, next to the award-winning garden toilets.
What else is there to eat at Skudai R&R?
If you want something more filling than a coffee and pastry:
Texas Chicken
Burger King
Together with Starbucks, these are the food and beverage outlets currently operating at Skudai R&R.
What else can I do while I stop for coffee?
Refuel at Shell, Petron, Caltex or BHPetrol, all open 24 hours.
Charge your EV at the Tesla V4 Supercharger (up to 250 kW) or the JomCharge 120 kW DC fast charger.
Freshen up in the 15,000 sq ft open-concept garden toilets, ranked the third cleanest in Malaysia.
Pray at the surau.
Park for free in one of 200+ parking lots.
See everything on our Facilities page.
Why take a coffee break on a long highway drive?
Fatigue is one of the biggest risks on long drives, and road safety advice commonly recommends taking a break roughly every two hours. Skudai R&R is a natural place for that break on the southbound NSE: it comes after a long stretch of Johor highway and just before the stop-start traffic of Johor Bahru and the checkpoint. A short walk, a toilet stop and a coffee can make the last part of the journey safer and more comfortable, especially on late-night drives.
Is Skudai R&R Starbucks good for families and groups?
Yes. With 200+ free parking lots, it is usually easy to find a space even on busy weekends. The garden toilets are designed to be easy to reach from the car park, there is disabled access, and the site has 24/7 CCTV and security. Families can grab drinks at Starbucks and meals at Texas Chicken or Burger King in one stop, while drivers refuel or charge nearby.
Can I combine Starbucks with an EV charge?
Yes, and it is one of the most popular combinations at Skudai R&R. The Tesla V4 Supercharger charges at up to 250 kW and the JomCharge 120 kW DC charger serves other compatible EVs, so a coffee break of 20 to 30 minutes can add a useful amount of range before you cross into Singapore. Read our EV charging guide for KL to Singapore.
When is the best time to stop for Starbucks before Singapore?
If you are heading to Singapore, stop at Skudai R&R before you join the checkpoint queue. Grab your drinks, use the toilet and top up fuel or charge, then check live traffic on Google Maps or Waze. On long weekends such as Deepavali (7 to 9 November 2026) and during the December school holidays, the drive-thru is especially useful for a quick turnaround. Read our Skudai toll to Woodlands travel time guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a Starbucks drive-thru at Skudai R&R?
Yes. The Starbucks glasshouse cafe at Skudai R&R Southbound has a drive-thru, and it reopened on 15 October 2026.
Is Starbucks Skudai R&R open 24 hours?
Skudai R&R is open 24 hours, but cafe hours are set by the outlet. Check the Starbucks app or Google Maps for current hours.
Is the Skudai R&R Starbucks on the northbound side?
No, it is on the southbound side only.
What other food is at Skudai R&R?
Texas Chicken and Burger King.
How far is the Skudai R&R Starbucks from Johor Premium Outlets?
Skudai R&R is about 10 minutes from Johor Premium Outlets. More answers in the Skudai R&R FAQ.
Skudai R&R Southbound, 8, Jalan R&R Skudai Kawasan R&R Skudai, 81400 Senai, Johor Darul Ta'zim, Malaysia. Tel 011-6076 5277. Open 24 hours.
