Ipoh to Penang

Ipoh to Penang

Ipoh
Penang
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Ipoh to Penang Destination Reviews

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Everything ok, but a bit delayed
Ipoh to Penang, Bus Executive, Unititi Express, Jun 6, 2025
JK
The Bus was in time and very clean the air condition was adjusted very well. I forgot something in the bus, and could collect it the day after - very easy and smooth. The company replied very fast. Great service.
Ipoh to Penang, Bus Express, Sri Maju Group, Aug 17, 2023
7
The bus was early and arrived to destination early, which is great. The reason for 3 stars is that there was a high pitched indicator noise that went off the entire trip and about drove me mad.
Ipoh to Penang, Bus Executive, Transnasional, Mar 8, 2023
M
Got there on time, comfortable and with one rest stop.
Ipoh to Penang, Bus Express, Sri Maju Group, Aug 22, 2022
4.4
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Ipoh to Penang Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+1h 54m
€89.88
Bus
City Express
Executive
01:15
04:37
€8.19
Bus
City Express
Executive
02:15
05:37
€8.19
Bus
Cepat Express
Express
04:00
07:22
€3.13
Bus
Mayang Sari
Express
04:45
08:07
€3.05
Flight
Scoot
Economy
08:15
09:25
€530.47
Flight
Scoot
Economy
08:40
21:05
€217.43
Bus
Kesatuan Express
Executive 1X2
09:45
13:07
€5.12
  4.0
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive
10:30
12:45
€4.66
  4.4
Bus
CS Travel
Executive VIP
11:00
13:30
€4.21
Bus
Lexojaya Express
Express
11:30
14:52
€7.17
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive
12:00
14:15
€4.66
  4.4
Flight
Scoot
Economy
12:20
09:25
€530.47
Bus
Lexojaya Express
Express
13:00
16:22
€6.74
Bus
Kesatuan Express
Executive 1X2
13:25
16:47
€5.12
Bus
Lexojaya Express
Express
14:30
17:52
€6.74
Flight
Scoot
Economy
15:10
10:00
€198.90
Bus
Lexojaya Express
Express
15:30
18:52
€6.74
Bus
Maraliner
Express
16:00
19:22
€2.97
Flight
Scoot
Economy
16:20
10:00
€291.82

Facts about the transport from Ipoh to Penang

Cheapest Transport€5
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure8:40 AM
Latest Departure10:41 PM
Departures per day3
Distance139 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, FQD Travel, Kesatuan Express, Private Group Van, Scoot, Singapore Airlines

How to get from Ipoh to Penang

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. 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 Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 5.12. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 4.10.

How far is Ipoh from Penang?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ipoh to Penang. Your trip will be a total of 87 miles (139 km). The flying distance is 68 miles (109 km).

How long does it take to get from Ipoh to Penang?

The travel time from Ipoh to Penang 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 Ipoh to Penang?

The cost of the trip from Ipoh to Penang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Kesatuan Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 4.10 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as EUR 5.12.

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

  • Bus tickets - EUR 4.10 to EUR 5.12;
  • Train tickets - EUR 6.14 to EUR 9.42;
  • Van price : EUR 61.45;
  • flight price: EUR 320.14 - EUR 587.84. From Ipoh to Penang starting from 08:40 Ipoh Airport until 17:25 Ipoh Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 99.75 to EUR 245.79.

How many trips per day are there between Ipoh and Penang?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 17:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:25. There are 3 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Ipoh to Penang 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 Ipoh to Penang. 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 EUR 99.75.

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

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Ipoh to Penang. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Ipoh to Penang.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Ipoh to Penang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ipoh to Penang? 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:

  • 91% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 6% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 2% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other