What is the cheapest way to get from Ipoh to Balik Pulau?

The cheapest way to get from Ipoh to Balik Pulau is to bus which costs RM 21 - RM 35 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipoh to Balik Pulau?

The fastest way to get from Ipoh to Balik Pulau is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs RM 28 - RM 45.

Is there a direct bus between Ipoh and Balik Pulau?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipoh to Balik Pulau. However, there are services departing from Terminal Meru Raya and arriving at AADK Pekan Kongsi via Terminal Bas Ekpress Sg Nibong and Snake Temple. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Ipoh to Balik Pulau?

The distance between Ipoh and Balik Pulau is 179 km. The road distance is 166.1 km.

How do I travel from Ipoh to Balik Pulau without a car?

The best way to get from Ipoh to Balik Pulau without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 2h 58m and costs RM 60 - RM 110.

How long does it take to get from Ipoh to Balik Pulau?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Ipoh to Balik Pulau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipoh to Balik Pulau bus from?

Ipoh to Balik Pulau bus services, operated by Unititi express, depart from Terminal Meru Raya station.

Bus or fly from Ipoh to Balik Pulau?

The best way to get from Ipoh to Balik Pulau is to bus which takes 3h 33m and costs RM 21 - RM 35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs RM 410 - RM 1100 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Ipoh to Balik Pulau bus arrive?

Ipoh to Balik Pulau bus services, operated by Unititi express, arrive at Terminal Sungai Nibong station.

Can I drive from Ipoh to Balik Pulau?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipoh to Balik Pulau is 166 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Ipoh to Balik Pulau.

Where can I stay near Balik Pulau?

There are 2233+ hotels available in Balik Pulau.

Ipoh to Balik Pulau - 7 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, car, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Ipoh to Balik Pulau by train, car ferry, bus, car, taxi, plane, or tram

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

Train, car ferry
best
1. Take the train from Ipoh to ButterworthIpoh
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
2h 58m
RM 63–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Terminal Sungai Nibong
2. Take the bus from Snake Temple to AADK Pekan Kongsi401E
3h 33m
RM 21–35
Drive 166.1 km
1. Drive from Ipoh to Balik Pulau166.1 km
1h 57m
RM 29–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipoh to Balik Pulau166.1 km
1h 57m
RM 360–440
Fly
1. Fly from Ipoh (IPH) to Penang International Airport (PEN)IPH - PEN
4h 37m
RM 417–1,102
Train, car ferry, bus
1. Take the train from Ipoh to Butterworth
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
3. Take the bus from (M1) Jetty A to AADK Pekan Kongsi
4h 26m
RM 21–54
Tram, car ferry, bus
1. Take the tram from Ipoh to Butterworth
2. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
3. Take the bus from (M1) Jetty A to AADK Pekan Kongsi
4h 26m
RM 22–52

Ipoh to Balik Pulau by bus

35Weekly Buses

3h 33mAverage Duration

RM 21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ipoh to Balik Pulau.

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Distance: 179.1 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Ipoh, Malaysia and Balik Pulau, Malaysia?

You can take a bus from Terminal Meru Raya to AADK Pekan Kongsi via Terminal Bas Ekpress Sg Nibong and Snake Temple in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, Malindo Airways, Scoot Tigerair, and two other airlines fly from Ipoh (IPH) to Penang International Airport (PEN) every 4 hours.

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