George Town to Ipoh

George Town to Ipoh

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George Town to Ipoh Schedule

George Town to Ipoh Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 4pax Any timeMYR 862.96
CS Travel Express 08:30 - 12:00MYR 32.34
Firefly Economy 10:00 - 16:20MYR 539.72
Firefly Economy 18:35 - 07:40MYR 620.72
Scoot Economy 21:30 - 08:25MYR 468.03

Transportation from George Town to Ipoh

Facts about the transport from George Town to Ipoh

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport1h 41m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure4:00 PM
Departures per day8
Distance85 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, Jetstar Asia, KPB Express, New Asian Travel, Scoot, Unititi Express

How to get from George Town to Ipoh

Travelling between George Town and Ipoh is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 182.33 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 5.81.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 7 hours to travel between George Town and Ipoh depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between George Town and Ipoh. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 41m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 6h 45m to reach Ipoh.

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

Travelling between George Town and Ipoh can be as cheap as USD 5.81 if you opt for a Unititi Express bus and as expensive as USD 182.33 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

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

  • 3 from George Town to Ipoh starting from 08:00 Penang Komtar until 10:30 Penang Komtar
  • 5 from George Town to Ipoh starting from 00:00 Penang Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Penang Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from George Town to Ipoh.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from George Town to Ipoh overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between George Town and Ipoh

KPB Express, Unititi Express

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between George Town and Ipoh

Daytrip, New Asian Travel

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from George Town to Ipoh?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 99% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other