THE SHORT VERSION
Penang (George Town) to Ipoh at a glance.
- To
- Ipoh
- Road distance
- About 156 km
- Straight line
- 124 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Ipoh to Penang (George Town) →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Penang (George Town)
Penang is a Malaysian island whose capital, George Town, is a UNESCO World Heritage city. Buses from Thailand arrive at Sungai Nibong terminal on the island or at Butterworth on the mainland.
- Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal
On the island, south of George Town. - Penang Sentral (Butterworth)
On the mainland, by the ferry terminal.
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 Penang (George Town)
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Penang (George Town) from Ipoh by road?+
About 156 km by road (124 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Penang (George Town) to Ipoh take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 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 Penang (George Town)?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Penang (George Town) include Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal, Penang Sentral (Butterworth), and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ipoh to Penang (George Town)?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ipoh to Penang (George Town) guide.
Where does the bus from Penang (George Town) 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 Penang (George Town) 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 Penang (George Town) 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), Kuala Lumpur, Hat Yai, Kota Bharu, Malacca 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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