George Town to Ipoh

George Town to Ipoh

George Town
Ipoh
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George Town to Ipoh Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+1h 55m
$167.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+1h 55m
$103.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 4pax
Any time
+1h 55m
$167.00
Bus
CS Travel
Executive
08:00
11:30
$5.97

Transportation from George Town to Ipoh

Facts about the transport from George Town to Ipoh

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 55m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day66
Distance96 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAerobus, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Golden Silk Holidays, Jasmine Express, KPB Express, Lexojaya Express, Mayang Sari, New Asian Travel, Permata Utara, Persada Taiping, Scoot, Sri Maju Group, Sri Theven Travel, Super Nice Express, THS Transportation, Unititi Express

How to get from George Town to Ipoh

When you want to get from George Town to Ipoh, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 240.40. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 4.20.

How far is George Town from Ipoh?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from George Town to Ipoh. Your trip will be a total of 60 miles (96 km). The flying distance is 60 miles (96 km).

How long does it take to get from George Town to Ipoh?

The travel time from George Town to Ipoh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 26 hours.

How much does it cost to get from George Town to Ipoh?

The cost of the trip from George Town to Ipoh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Maju Group: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 4.20 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 240.40.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from George Town to Ipoh:

  • Bus tickets - USD 4.30 to USD 8.36;
  • flight price: USD 233.04 - USD 240.45. From George Town to Ipoh starting from 10:25 Penang International Airport until 22:10 Penang International Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 119.39 to USD 195.80.

How many trips per day are there between George Town and Ipoh?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:45. There are 43 available bus trips every day.
  • 9 by flight from George Town to Ipoh starting from 10:25 Penang International Airport until 22:10 Penang International Airport
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from George Town to Ipoh any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from George Town to Ipoh is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from George Town to Ipoh. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 119.39.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from George Town to Ipoh

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from George Town to Ipoh? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 99% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other