What is the cheapest way to get from Penang Sentral to Ipoh?

The cheapest way to get from Penang Sentral to Ipoh is to train which costs RM 4 - RM 55 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penang Sentral to Ipoh?

The fastest way to get from Penang Sentral to Ipoh is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs RM 25 - RM 40.

Is there a direct bus between Penang Sentral and Ipoh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Butterworth and arriving at Terminal Meru Raya. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Penang Sentral and Ipoh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Butterworth and arriving at Ipoh. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Penang Sentral to Ipoh?

The distance between Penang Sentral and Ipoh is 154 km. The road distance is 149.3 km.

How do I travel from Penang Sentral to Ipoh without a car?

The best way to get from Penang Sentral to Ipoh without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs RM 4 - RM 55.

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

The train from Butterworth to Ipoh takes 1h 56m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Penang Sentral to Ipoh bus from?

Penang Sentral to Ipoh bus services, operated by KPB Express, depart from Butterworth station.

Where do I catch the Penang Sentral to Ipoh train from?

Penang Sentral to Ipoh train services, operated by KTM Komuter, depart from Butterworth station.

Train or bus from Penang Sentral to Ipoh?

The best way to get from Penang Sentral to Ipoh is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs RM 4 - RM 55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 26 - RM 40 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Penang Sentral to Ipoh bus arrive?

Penang Sentral to Ipoh bus services, operated by KPB Express, arrive at Terminal Meru Raya station.

Where does the Penang Sentral to Ipoh train arrive?

Penang Sentral to Ipoh train services, operated by KTM Komuter, arrive at Ipoh station.

Can I drive from Penang Sentral to Ipoh?

Yes, the driving distance between Penang Sentral to Ipoh is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Penang Sentral to Ipoh.

How do I get a train ticket from Penang Sentral to Ipoh?

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Penang Sentral to Ipoh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Penang Sentral to Ipoh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Butterworth to Ipohtrain Butterworth
1h 56m
RM 4–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Butterworth to Terminal Meru Rayabus Butterworth
2h 7m
RM 26–40
Drive 149.3 km
1. Drive from Penang Sentral to Ipohcar 149.3 km
1h 44m
RM 26–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penang Sentral to Ipohtaxi 149.3 km
1h 44m
RM 330–400
Bus via Parit Buntar
1. Take the bus from (M1) Penang Sentral to Hentian Raya Parit Buntarbus Eb80
2. Take the bus from Parit Buntar to Terminal Meru Rayabus
3h 12m
RM 26–50

Penang Sentral to Ipoh by train

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Distance: 153.8 km
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Penang Sentral, Malaysia and Ipoh, Malaysia?

KTM Komuter operates a train from Butterworth to Ipoh every 3 hours. Tickets cost RM 35–55 and the journey takes 1h 56m. KTM Intercity also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, KPB Express operates a bus from Butterworth to Terminal Meru Raya every 2 hours. Tickets cost RM 17–35 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Three other operators also service this route.

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