Penang to Ipoh

Penang to Ipoh

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Ipoh
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Penang to Ipoh Destination Reviews

PP
Employee at the counter was so rude. I tryed to get more information for the drive at the next day (to be prepaired). The next morning nobody was there. A man packed me in a Mini Van and drove me to another Bus Station. He said I have to hurry Up to get my paper Ticket. I had to run to came prepaired to the next Bus. The vehicle and the drive we're good (took longe as usual). For me it was a very stressful experience. Would not recommend it to anybody.
Penang to Ipoh, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, Aug 22, 2025
AC
On time and nice car, no issue with the travel. I will recommend, better than other companies
Penang to Ipoh, taxi Minivan 7pax, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Aug 22, 2025
SA
The departure was on time. So was the arrival too. The air conditioning was set to be comfortable (it happens that the driver transforms the bus into fridge).
Penang to Ipoh, Bus Executive, Unititi Express, Jul 28, 2025
PM
The bus was great but we were sitting in our allocated seats at the front and the driver coughed and snorted the whole way. Not very pleasant.
Penang to Ipoh, Bus Executive, Unititi Express, Jun 12, 2025
PE
It was a comfortable and relaxing 2.5 hour ride from Penang to Ipoh. I enjoyed it very much.
Penang to Ipoh, Bus Executive VIP, Unititi Express, Jun 10, 2025
MW
Overll poor service, bust didn’t show up, didn’t get given accurate information about the journey, driver pulled in to collect breakfast. Do not recommend the bus company and Wouldn’t use this service again.
Penang to Ipoh, Bus VIP, Billion Stars Express, May 30, 2025
DN
Delayed departure by 40 mins without any information, gate changed without notice and no announcements in the station in English regarding the new departure gate. Bus arrived to destination on time however, and was clean with large spacious seating.
Penang to Ipoh, Bus Executive 1X2, Kesatuan Express, Dec 25, 2024
WB
Bus was nice enough but the journey time was completely inaccurate. It took over 4 hours and was supposed to take around 2. Traffic was minimal so don’t see how we would have ever arrived in the time they said.
Penang to Ipoh, Bus Express, KPB Express, May 11, 2024
LJ
The service is fine, but i face the terrible traffic jam. Take 4 hour.....
Penang to Ipoh, Bus Express, Sri Maju Group, Apr 3, 2024
MW
Decent aircon. No WiFi. No sockets I could see. Left on time. Journey delayed by an extra 45 mins due to traffic. Was a full bus. Okay.
Penang to Ipoh, Bus Express, Sri Maju Group, Oct 1, 2023
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Penang to Ipoh Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
THS Transportation
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+2h 30m
$151.39
Flight
Malaysia Airlines
Business
05:50
14:25
$1,143.63
Bus
Billion Stars Express
VIP
06:25
08:37
$7.74
  3.5
Bus
Billion Stars Express
VIP
07:25
09:37
$7.74
  3.5
Flight
Malaysia Airlines
Business
07:45
16:40
$1,244.31
Bus
KPB Express
VIP
08:05
10:05
$5.20
Bus
Billion Stars Express
VIP
08:25
10:37
$6.19
  3.5
Bus
Super Nice Express
VIP
08:45
10:48
$5.53
Bus
KPB Express
VIP 24
09:05
11:05
$5.53
Bus
Billion Stars Express
VIP
09:25
11:37
$6.19
  3.5
Bus
KPB Express
VIP 24
09:45
11:45
$5.53
Bus
KPB Express
VIP 24
10:05
12:05
$4.87
Bus
Billion Stars Express
VIP
10:25
12:37
$7.74
  3.5
Bus
Lexojaya Express
Express
10:45
14:07
$8.45
Bus
KPB Express
VIP 24
11:05
13:05
$5.53
Bus
Billion Stars Express
VIP
11:25
13:37
$7.74
  3.5
Bus
CS Travel
Executive VIP
11:45
15:15
$3.56
Bus
KPB Express
VIP 24
12:05
14:05
$5.53
Bus
Billion Stars Express
VIP
12:30
14:42
$7.74
  3.5
Bus
Unititi Express
Executive
13:00
15:15
$5.38
  4.6

Transportation from Penang to Ipoh

Facts about the transport from Penang to Ipoh

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport1h 19m
Earliest Departure5:15 AM
Latest Departure9:30 PM
Departures per day4
Distance66 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, FQD Travel, Kesatuan Express, Malaysia Airlines, New Asian Travel, Singapore Airlines, THS Transportation

How to get from Penang to Ipoh

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • 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 USD 5.91. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 5.20.

How far is Penang from Ipoh?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Penang to Ipoh. Your trip will be a total of 42 miles (66 km). The flying distance is 42 miles (66 km).

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

The travel time from Penang to Ipoh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 24 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Penang to Ipoh?

The cost of the trip from Penang to Ipoh 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 USD 5.20 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 USD 5.91.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 5.20 to USD 5.91;
  • Train tickets - USD 7.10 to USD 10.88;
  • flight price: USD 368.30 - USD 870.96. From Penang to Ipoh starting from 07:45 Penang International Airport until 21:25 Penang International Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 112.83 to USD 591.37.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 10:50 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:30. There are 4 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Penang 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 Penang 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 112.83.

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..

The most popular transport from Penang to Ipoh

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

  • 64% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 27% decided to go for a bus.
  • 9% decided to catch a taxi.