The cheapest and fastest buses from Ipoh to Butterworth
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ipoh to Butterworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipoh to Butterworth will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 25 buses that leave Ipoh for Butterworth on Mon, Dec 15, 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 121 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 2 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Ipoh to Butterworth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ipoh to Butterworth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €3.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€4 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Ipoh to Butterworth Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sanwa Express | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 04:19AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:49AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator KONSORTIUM | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:19AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:11AM | Duration 2h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:19AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:01PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:26PM | Duration 2h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Sanwa Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator LEXOJAYA | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator LEXOJAYA | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:11PM | Duration 2h26 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:19PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator LEXOJAYA | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator LEXOJAYA | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator KONSORTIUM | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:46PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:19PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator LEXOJAYA | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 10:36PM | Duration 2h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Live departures
Ipoh to Butterworth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ipoh to Butterworth buses for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SANWA EXPRESS | 6:15 PM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 8:19 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 8:45 PM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 10:49 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KONSORTIUM | 9:15 PM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 11:19 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
SRI MAJU GROUP | 12:45 AM Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara | 2h26 | 3:11 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 1:15 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 3:19 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 1:45 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h16 | 4:01 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 3:00 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 5:04 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 4:00 AM Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara | 2h26 | 6:26 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SANWA EXPRESS | 4:30 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 6:34 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 4:30 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 6:34 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
LEXOJAYA | 5:00 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 7:04 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 5:00 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 7:04 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
LEXOJAYA | 6:30 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 8:34 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 6:45 AM Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara | 2h26 | 9:11 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 7:15 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 9:19 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MARALINER | 8:00 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 10:04 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
LEXOJAYA | 8:30 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 10:34 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 9:00 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 11:04 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KONSORTIUM | 9:30 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 11:34 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 9:30 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 11:34 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 9:30 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h16 | 11:46 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 10:30 AM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 12:34 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
LEXOJAYA | 12:00 PM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 2:04 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 12:35 PM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h01 | 2:36 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 3:25 PM Ipoh, Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h00 | 5:25 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ipoh to Butterworth
Buses from Ipoh to Butterworth run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by train.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:46. The fastest bus covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 2h 4m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:46 |
Bus providers: Super Nice, Sri Maju Group, SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd, EXPRESS KESATUAN, Unititi Express, LEXOJAYA, Mayang Sari, Golden Silk Holidays, Transnasional, CS Travel from Ipoh to ButterworthYou can travel by bus between Ipoh to Butterworth with Super Nice, Sri Maju Group, SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd, EXPRESS KESATUAN, Unititi Express, LEXOJAYA, Mayang Sari, Golden Silk Holidays, Transnasional, CS Travel for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
CS Travel
LEXOJAYA
Mayang Sari
Super Nice
Sri Maju Group
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd
Golden Silk Holidays
Transnasional
Unititi Express
EXPRESS KESATUAN
FAQs: Bus from Ipoh to Butterworth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipoh to Butterworth by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Butterworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya), which is located around 7.8 miles (12.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Butterworth, Penang Sentral, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
- KPB Express JB
- Wheelchair access available
- Assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
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- Super Nice
- Each passenger is entitled to hand carry baggage not exceeding 20 kilos.
- Sri Maju Group
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Unititi Express
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Super Nice
- Excessive baggage beyond the 20 kilos limit incurs additional fees.
- Sri Maju Group
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Unititi Express
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ipoh to Butterworth
- 07:00-22:00
- Available in surrounding area
- Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available at terminal
- Bus: Local city buses, intercity buses
- 07:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court and several local food stalls
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: MyBas Ipoh routes
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