What is the cheapest way to get from Ipoh to Alor Setar?

The cheapest way to get from Ipoh to Alor Setar is to tram and train which costs RM 13 - RM 40 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipoh to Alor Setar?

The fastest way to get from Ipoh to Alor Setar is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs RM 35 - RM 60.

Is there a direct bus between Ipoh and Alor Setar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Meru Raya and arriving at Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Ipoh and Alor Setar?

No, there is no direct train from Ipoh to Alor Setar. However, there are services departing from Ipoh and arriving at Alor Star via Bukit Mertajam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Ipoh to Alor Setar?

The distance between Ipoh and Alor Setar is 228 km. The road distance is 238.1 km.

How do I travel from Ipoh to Alor Setar without a car?

The best way to get from Ipoh to Alor Setar without a car is to tram which takes 3h 20m and costs RM 5 - RM 50.

How long does it take to get from Ipoh to Alor Setar?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Ipoh to Alor Setar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipoh to Alor Setar bus from?

Ipoh to Alor Setar bus services, operated by Express Kesatuan, depart from Terminal Meru Raya station.

Where do I catch the Ipoh to Alor Setar train from?

Ipoh to Alor Setar train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Ipoh station.

Where does the Ipoh to Alor Setar bus arrive?

Ipoh to Alor Setar bus services, operated by Express Kesatuan, arrive at Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar station.

Where does the Ipoh to Alor Setar train arrive?

Ipoh to Alor Setar train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Bukit Mertajam station.

Can I drive from Ipoh to Alor Setar?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipoh to Alor Setar is 238 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Ipoh to Alor Setar.

Where can I stay near Alor Setar?

There are 43+ hotels available in Alor Setar.

Ipoh to Alor Setar - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Ipoh to Alor Setar by tram, bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Ipoh to Bukit Mertajamtram Ipoh Line
2. Take the tram from Bukit Mertajam to Alor Startram Padang Besar Line
3h 20m
RM 6–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Parit Buntarbus
2. Take the bus from Hentian Raya Parit Buntar to (M1) Penang Sentralbus
3. Take the train from Butterworth to Alor Setartrain
4h 48m
RM 32–52
Drive 238.1 km
1. Drive from Ipoh to Alor Setarcar 238.1 km
2h 40m
RM 39–57
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipoh to Alor Setartaxi 238.1 km
2h 40m
RM 500–650
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Ipoh to Bukit Mertajamtram Ipoh Line
2. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Alor Setartrain Butterworth
3h 21m
RM 14–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setarbus
5h 34m
RM 23–40

Ipoh to Alor Setar by tram

70Weekly Trams

3h 20mAverage Duration

RM 6Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ipoh to Alor Setar.

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Distance: 227.6 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Ipoh, Malaysia and Alor Setar, Malaysia?

You can take a vehicle from Ipoh to Alor Star via Bukit Mertajam in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, Express Kesatuan operates a bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Terminal Bas Shahab Perdana Alor Setar every 4 hours. Tickets cost RM 35–50 and the journey takes 5h 34m. Mara Liner also services this route once daily.

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