THE SHORT VERSION
Malacca to Ipoh at a glance.
- From
- Malacca
- To
- Ipoh
- Road distance
- About 350 km
- Straight line
- 297 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Ipoh to Malacca →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Malacca
Malacca (Melaka) is a historic port city between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, with frequent buses to both. Long-distance buses use Melaka Sentral, about 4.5 km from the historic core.
- Melaka Sentral
The main bus terminal, about 4.5 km from the old town.
Arriving in Ipoh
City buses T30a/T30b link Amanjaya with the centre; ride-hailing is quicker.
- Terminal Amanjaya
About 16 km north of the centre. Most long-distance buses. - Jalan Bendahara
In town. Some companies' buses to Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Singapore.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check whether your company uses Amanjaya or its town office.
KEEP GOING
From Ipoh, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Ipoh
More buses from Malacca
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Malacca from Ipoh by road?+
About 350 km by road (297 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Malacca to Ipoh take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Malacca?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Malacca include Melaka Sentral, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ipoh to Malacca?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ipoh to Malacca guide.
Where does the bus from Malacca arrive in Ipoh?+
It depends on the operator. In Ipoh, services use Terminal Amanjaya, Jalan Bendahara. City buses T30a/T30b link Amanjaya with the centre; ride-hailing is quicker.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ipoh?+
City buses T30a/T30b link Amanjaya with the centre; ride-hailing is quicker.
What kind of bus runs from Malacca to Ipoh?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Malacca to Ipoh bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Ipoh by bus?+
Direct buses from Ipoh include Cameron Highlands (Tanah Rata), Penang (George Town), Kuala Lumpur, Hat Yai, Kota Bharu and more. See all connections on our Ipoh bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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