What is the cheapest way to get from Balik Pulau to Ipoh?

The cheapest way to get from Balik Pulau to Ipoh is to bus which costs RM 20 - RM 50 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balik Pulau to Ipoh?

The fastest way to get from Balik Pulau to Ipoh is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs RM 28 - RM 45.

Is there a direct bus between Balik Pulau and Ipoh?

No, there is no direct bus from Balik Pulau to Ipoh. However, there are services departing from Pekan Kongsi and arriving at Terminal Meru Raya via Snake Temple and Terminal Sungai Nibong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Balik Pulau to Ipoh?

The distance between Balik Pulau and Ipoh is 179 km. The road distance is 167.3 km.

How do I travel from Balik Pulau to Ipoh without a car?

The best way to get from Balik Pulau to Ipoh without a car is to car ferry and train which takes 3h 36m and costs RM 50 - RM 120.

How long does it take to get from Balik Pulau to Ipoh?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Balik Pulau to Ipoh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balik Pulau to Ipoh bus from?

Balik Pulau to Ipoh bus services, operated by Rapid Penang, depart from Pekan Kongsi station.

Bus or fly from Balik Pulau to Ipoh?

The best way to get from Balik Pulau to Ipoh is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs RM 20 - RM 50. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs RM 550 - RM 900 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Balik Pulau to Ipoh bus arrive?

Balik Pulau to Ipoh bus services, operated by Rapid Penang, arrive at Snake Temple station.

Can I drive from Balik Pulau to Ipoh?

Yes, the driving distance between Balik Pulau to Ipoh is 167 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Balik Pulau to Ipoh.

Where can I stay near Ipoh?

There are 1499+ hotels available in Ipoh.

Balik Pulau to Ipoh - 7 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Balik Pulau to Ipoh by car ferry, train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Car ferry, train
best
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the train from Butterworth to Ipohtrain Butterworth
3h 36m
RM 54–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pekan Kongsi to Snake Templebus 401E
2. Take the bus from Terminal Sungai Nibong to Terminal Meru Rayabus
4h 27m
RM 21–45
Drive 167.3 km
1. Drive from Balik Pulau to Ipohcar 167.3 km
1h 59m
RM 29–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balik Pulau to Ipohtaxi 167.3 km
1h 59m
RM 370–440
Fly
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Ipoh (IPH)plane PEN - IPH
5h 20m
RM 552–853
Bus via Lebuh Lintang
1. Take the bus from Terminal Balik Pulau to Lebuh Lintangbus 401E
2. Take the bus from Komtar Bus Terminal to Terminal Meru Rayabus
4h 52m
RM 34–55
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Pekan Kongsi to (M1) Jetty Abus
2. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
3. Take the bus from Butterworth to Terminal Meru Rayabus
5h 10m
RM 33–47

Penang International Airport (PEN) to Ipoh (IPH) flights

39Weekly Planes

4h 54mAverage Duration

RM 554Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.4 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Balik Pulau, Malaysia and Ipoh, Malaysia?

You can take a bus from Pekan Kongsi to Terminal Meru Raya via Snake Temple, Terminal Bas Ekspres Sg Nibong, and Terminal Sungai Nibong in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, Scoot Tigerair and AirAsia fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Ipoh (IPH) every 4 hours.

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