Ipoh to George Town
Arrive in George Town to explore its colorful street art and colonial buildings, a contrast to Ipoh’s quiet limestone hills and old-town cafes. For the route between Ipoh and George Town, multiple transport services are available, with detailed timetables, estimated durations and fare information provided here.
Travel options for Ipoh to George Town
For a trip from Ipoh to George Town, bus is both the fastest and the most cost-effective choice at 17 MYR, taking just 1h y 35 minutes.
Bus from Ipoh to George Town
Catch a bus departing from multiple stations, including Ipoh, AmanJaya Bus Terminal, Ipoh, Aman Jaya Ipoh, Jalan Bendahara Ipoh and others and travel from Ipoh toward George Town. With frequent services throughout the day, it’s easy to choose a departure time that fits your plans. The trip usually takes around 1 hour 35 minutes, with ticket prices starting from 17 MYR, and the route finishes at multiple stations, including Penang, Penang Sentral, Butterworth and others. You can secure your seat in advance to avoid last-minute availability issues.
Prices: 17 MYR
Duration: 1h 35m – 3h 22m ⏱
Charter from Ipoh to George Town
Skip the queues and crowded transport: a private driver will pick you up in Ipoh and drop you off at your chosen location in George Town. The journey takes roughly 1 hour 54 minutes with fares starting at 412 MYR. Book your transfer.
Prices: 412 MYR
Duration: 1h 54m – 3h ⏱
Combined from Ipoh to George Town
Start your journey from Ipoh to George Town using combined transport, departing from IPH Ipoh Airport and arriving at PEN Penang International Airport. The trip usually takes around 4 hours 15 minutes, giving you a comfortable and flexible way to travel. Tickets start from 648 MYR, see all combined travel options and plan your route here.
Prices: 648 MYR
Duration: 4h 15m – 7h 50m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Ipoh to George Town
Bus services linking Ipoh and George Town operate through multiple stations, giving travelers a range of possible departure and arrival points. Because of this, journey durations can differ by route, generally averaging around 1h 35m to 3h 22m. All buses run within a shared operating window from 04:45 to 23:25, with bus ticket prices starting at 17 to 27 MYR and adjusting slightly based on the service and stop combination. Reviewing the complete bus timetable for Ipoh to George Town allows you to assess station coverage, timing differences and departure options in detail.
Cheapest Bus Ipoh to George Town
17 MYR, from AmanJaya Bus Terminal, Ipoh to Penang Sentral, departure at some times, duration 3h 22mFastest Bus Ipoh to George Town
25 MYR, from Aman Jaya Ipoh to Butterworth, departure at some times, duration 1h 35mBus Timetable: Aman Jaya Ipoh → Butterworth
- 11:00 12:35 1h 35m 25 MYR
- 13:00 14:35 1h 35m 25 MYR
- 17:00 18:35 1h 35m 25 MYR
- 19:00 20:35 1h 35m 25 MYR
Bus Timetable: AmanJaya Bus Terminal, Ipoh → Butterworth
- 09:15 11:19 2h 4m 24 MYR
- 12:30 14:34 2h 4m 24 MYR
- 15:15 17:19 2h 4m 24 MYR
- 16:00 18:30 2h 30m 20 MYR
Bus Timetable: AmanJaya Bus Terminal, Ipoh → Penang Sentral
- 04:45 08:07 3h 22m 17 MYR
- 10:30 12:45 2h 15m 27 MYR
- 11:00 13:15 2h 15m 27 MYR
- 12:00 14:15 2h 15m 27 MYR
- 16:30 18:45 2h 15m 27 MYR
- 17:00 20:22 3h 22m 17 MYR
- 17:30 20:52 3h 22m 17 MYR
- 18:30 21:52 3h 22m 17 MYR
Bus Timetable: Ipoh → Penang
- 09:30 11:31 2h 1m 27 MYR
- 17:30 19:46 2h 16m 24 MYR
- 20:35 22:36 2h 1m 24 MYR
- 23:25 01:25 2h 27 MYR
Bus Timetable: Jalan Bendahara Ipoh → Butterworth
- 08:45 11:11 2h 26m 24 MYR
- 12:00 14:26 2h 26m 24 MYR
- 14:45 17:11 2h 26m 24 MYR
Charter Routes & Schedules from Ipoh to George Town
- Board a private taxi at Ipoh Hotel Transfer and reach Butterworth Hotel Transfer, with the trip taking roughly 1h 54m. Multiple departures are available with fares starting at 412 MYR.
- Board a personal driver service at Ipoh Hotel Transfer and reach Penang Hotel Transfer in approximately 3h. Trips run multiple times each day, and tickets start from 540 MYR.
- From Ipoh Hotel Transfer, enjoy a luxury taxi transfer to George Town, taking roughly 1h 54m. Options to depart throughout the day are available, with fares starting at 412 MYR.
Cheapest & Fastest Charter Ipoh to George Town
412 MYR, from Ipoh Hotel Transfer to Butterworth Hotel Transfer, departure at --:--, duration 1h 54mCharter Timetable: Ipoh Hotel Transfer → Butterworth Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 1h 54m 412 MYR
Charter Timetable: Ipoh Hotel Transfer → George Town
- --:-- --:-- 1h 54m 412 MYR
Charter Timetable: Ipoh Hotel Transfer → Penang Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 540 MYR
Combined Routes & Schedules from Ipoh to George Town
Start at IPH Ipoh Airport for a multi-leg trip to George Town, involving transfers between different vehicles. Travel time is around 4h 15m to 7h 50m, with services scheduled from 13:10 until 16:55 and tickets beginning at 648 to 687 MYR. Arrival is at PEN Penang International Airport, and consulting the timetable for routes between Ipoh and George Town allows you to pick the departure that suits your plans.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Ipoh to George Town
648 MYR, from IPH Ipoh Airport to PEN Penang International Airport, departure at some times, duration 4h 15mCombined Timetable: IPH Ipoh Airport → PEN Penang International Airport
- 13:10 19:35 6h 25m 687 MYR
- 13:20 21:10 7h 50m 648 MYR
- 16:55 21:10 4h 15m 648 MYR
Frequently Asked Questions Ipoh to George Town
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipoh to George Town.
How long does the Ipoh to George Town route usually take?
Travel time on the Ipoh to George Town route varies by transport. Bus trips range from about 1 hour 35 minutes to 3 hours 22 minutes, while charter services take about 1 hour 54 minutes to 3 hours. Flight connections are much longer overall because they include airport transfer time.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Ipoh to George Town?
The cheapest option on the Ipoh to George Town route is the bus, with fares from MYR 17 to MYR 27. Charter services are much more expensive, and the flight connection is the highest-priced option in the provided data.
How much should I expect to pay for the Ipoh to George Town route overall?
For the Ipoh to George Town route, bus tickets cost about MYR 17 to MYR 27. Charter services are listed at MYR 412 to MYR 540, and the combined flight option is MYR 648 to MYR 687. Prices vary by transport type and service level.
Which option is the fastest for the Ipoh to George Town route?
The fastest option on the Ipoh to George Town route is the bus service that takes about 1 hour 35 minutes from Aman Jaya Ipoh to Butterworth. Charter transfers can also be quick, with some trips taking about 1 hour 54 minutes, but not all are that short.
Where do buses leave from and arrive on the Ipoh to George Town route?
Bus departures on the Ipoh to George Town route are listed from Ipoh, AmanJaya Bus Terminal, Aman Jaya Ipoh, and Jalan Bendahara Ipoh. Arrivals are shown as Penang, Penang Sentral, and Butterworth, depending on the service.
What are the first and last bus departures from Ipoh to George Town?
For the Ipoh to George Town route, the bus schedule starts at 04:45 and the last departure is at 23:25. The timetable does not show a fixed frequency, so departure times vary by operator and service.
Are there many bus services on the Ipoh to George Town route?
Yes, the bus option is the most frequent in the provided data, with 23 trips listed for the Ipoh to George Town route. The schedule spans early morning to late night, but no exact interval between departures is given.
Which bus station pair is the quickest on the Ipoh to George Town route?
Among the listed bus pairs for the Ipoh to George Town route, Aman Jaya Ipoh to Butterworth is the quickest at about 1 hour 35 minutes. Other bus pairs take longer, such as AmanJaya Bus Terminal to Penang Sentral at about 2 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 22 minutes.
What are the airport details for the Ipoh to George Town route?
The combined flight option on the Ipoh to George Town route departs from IPH Ipoh Airport and arrives at PEN Penang International Airport. The listed travel time is between about 4 hours 15 minutes and 7 hours 50 minutes, including the connection.
How often do flights run from Ipoh to George Town?
For the Ipoh to George Town route, the combined flight option has 3 trips listed. The first departure is at 13:10 and the last departure is at 16:55. No regular frequency is provided in the data.
Is a charter transfer available for the Ipoh to George Town route, and what does it include?
Yes, charter transfers are listed for the Ipoh to George Town route. They depart from Ipoh Hotel Transfer and can arrive at Butterworth Hotel Transfer, Penang Hotel Transfer, or George Town. The duration ranges from about 1 hour 54 minutes to 3 hours.
Where can I book tickets for the Ipoh to George Town route?
For the Ipoh to George Town route, TicketRoutes.com is the booking reference provided. It is the place to check available options, prices, and departure details for the route before planning your trip.
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