4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Penang to Ipoh
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h
Buses on 18 Sept
49
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Penang to Ipoh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penang to Ipoh will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 49 buses from Penang to Ipoh, including 49 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
SRI MAJU GROUP18:002h30Butterworth, Penang Sentral20:30Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara£31One-way0 changes- SRI MAJU GROUP13:302h30Butterworth, Penang Sentral16:00Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara£31One-way0 changes
- SRI MAJU GROUP13:302h07Butterworth, Penang Sentral15:37Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)£31One-way0 changes
- SRI MAJU GROUP10:152h07Butterworth, Penang Sentral12:22Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)£31One-way0 changes
- SRI MAJU GROUP18:002h07Butterworth, Penang Sentral20:07Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)£31One-way0 changes
KPB EKSPRESS20:052h00Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park22:05Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)£51One-way0 changes- KPB EKSPRESS11:052h00Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park13:05Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)£51One-way0 changes
- KPB EKSPRESS10:352h00Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park12:35Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)£51One-way0 changes
- KPB EKSPRESS9:452h00Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park11:45Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)£51One-way0 changes
- KPB EKSPRESS8:202h00Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park10:20Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach for Penang to Ipoh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Penang to Ipoh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 115 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 2h 10m versus 2h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by KPB Ekspress, Sri Maju Group, Billion Stars, Unititi Express, Kejora (TBS), SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd, Arwana, Jasmine Express, Permata Utara Sdn Bhd, Persada Travel and Tours (Parit Buntar), Infobus, LEXOJAYA, CS Travel, Starmart Express, Aerobus, Unititi express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Penang to Ipoh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Penang to Ipoh coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRI MAJU GROUP | 13:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h30 | 16:00 Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara | 0 changesdirect | |
| SRI MAJU GROUP | 13:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 15:37 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
 PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 16:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 18:37 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 17:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 19:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 17:05 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 19:05 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 18:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 20:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| SRI MAJU GROUP | 18:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h30 | 20:30 Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara | 0 changesdirect | |
| SRI MAJU GROUP | 18:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 20:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 18:05 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 20:05 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
 SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 18:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 20:22 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 20:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 22:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 20:05 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 22:05 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
 GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 20:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 22:37 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 20:45 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h10 | 22:55 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 21:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 23:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 21:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 23:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 21:05 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 23:05 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
 GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 21:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 23:22 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 21:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 23:37 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
 BILLION STARS | 22:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 0:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 22:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 0:22 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 22:45 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 0:52 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 23:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 1:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 23:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 1:37 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| KPB EKSPRESS | 8:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 10:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 8:05 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 10:05 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 8:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 10:22 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 8:20 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 10:20 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 9:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 11:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 9:10 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 11:10 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 9:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 11:22 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 9:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 11:37 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILLION STARS | 9:45 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 11:52 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 9:45 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 11:45 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 9:45 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 11:52 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 10:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 12:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 10:05 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 12:05 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 10:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 12:22 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| SRI MAJU GROUP | 10:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 12:22 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| SRI MAJU GROUP | 10:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h30 | 12:45 Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 10:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 12:37 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 10:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 12:37 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 10:35 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 12:35 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 10:45 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h10 | 12:55 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 11:00 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 13:07 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 11:05 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 13:05 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 11:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 13:22 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 11:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 13:22 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 12:15 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 14:22 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KPB EKSPRESS | 12:20 Perai, Complex Chai Leng Park | 2h00 | 14:20 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
| PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 12:30 Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 2h07 | 14:37 Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Penang to Ipoh
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Buses from Penang to Ipoh run on average 59 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 59 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 115 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 115 km |
Average bus duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 59 |
Direct buses 59 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: KPB Ekspress, Sri Maju Group, Billion Stars, Unititi Express, Kejora (TBS), SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd, Arwana, Jasmine Express, Permata Utara Sdn Bhd, Persada Travel and Tours (Parit Buntar) from Penang to IpohYou can travel by bus between Penang to Ipoh with KPB Ekspress, Sri Maju Group, Billion Stars, Unititi Express, Kejora (TBS), SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd, Arwana, Jasmine Express, Permata Utara Sdn Bhd, Persada Travel and Tours (Parit Buntar) for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Kejora (TBS)
Arwana
Sri Maju Group
Billion Stars
Jasmine Express
KPB Ekspress
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd
Permata Utara Sdn Bhd
Unititi Express
Persada Travel and Tours (Parit Buntar)
FAQs: Penang to Ipoh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penang to Ipoh by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ipoh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- KPB Ekspress
- Wheelchair access available
- assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Sri Maju Group
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Billion Stars
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Unititi Express
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Sri Maju Group
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Billion Stars
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Unititi Express
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penang and Ipoh
Most Penang to Ipoh buses use the Butterworth, Penang Sentral to Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) station pair, with some services arriving at Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara. Use this guide to compare Penang and Ipoh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Penang station do buses to Ipoh leave from?
Getting to Butterworth, Penang Sentral from Penang city centre
Butterworth, Penang Sentral bus station facilities and services
Butterworth, Penang Sentral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and various local restaurants available inside the terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Butterworth, Penang Sentral.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Butterworth, Penang Sentral: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Butterworth, Penang Sentral: Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
Getting to Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong from Penang city centre
Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong is 3 km from Penang city centre. Public transport options include:
Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong bus station facilities and services
Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food stalls inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from multiple banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelugor, Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong: Wheelchair ramps, disabled-friendly facilities.
Getting to Bukit Mertajam from Penang city centre
Bukit Mertajam bus station facilities and services
Bukit Mertajam has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines nearby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bukit Mertajam.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bukit Mertajam: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bukit Mertajam: Basic wheelchair access.
Which Ipoh station do buses from Penang arrive at?
Getting to Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) from Ipoh city centre
Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) is 9 km from Ipoh city centre. Public transport options include:
Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) bus station facilities and services
Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food stalls
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines available in terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya): Wheelchair accessible.
Getting to Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara from Ipoh city centre
Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara bus station facilities and services
Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from local banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara: Wheelchair accessible.
Most popular bus connections from Penang
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