What is the cheapest way to get from Perak to Kedah?

The cheapest way to get from Perak to Kedah is to tram via Bukit Mertajam which costs RM 7 - RM 35 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perak to Kedah?

The fastest way to get from Perak to Kedah is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs RM 29 - RM 45.

Is there a direct bus between Perak and Kedah?

No, there is no direct bus from Perak to Kedah. However, there are services departing from Jalan Bendahara Ipoh and arriving at Dataran Jam Besar Sg.Petani via (M1) Penang Sentral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Perak and Kedah?

No, there is no direct train from Perak to Kedah. However, there are services departing from Ipoh and arriving at Sungai Petani via Bukit Mertajam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Perak to Kedah?

The distance between Perak and Kedah is 171 km. The road distance is 178.1 km.

How do I travel from Perak to Kedah without a car?

The best way to get from Perak to Kedah without a car is to tram which takes 2h 46m and costs RM 4 - RM 45.

How long does it take to get from Perak to Kedah?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Perak to Kedah, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perak to Kedah bus from?

Perak to Kedah bus services, operated by Sri Maju, depart from Jalan Bendahara Ipoh station.

Where do I catch the Perak to Kedah train from?

Perak to Kedah train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Ipoh station.

Where does the Perak to Kedah bus arrive?

Perak to Kedah bus services, operated by Sri Maju, arrive at Butterworth station.

Where does the Perak to Kedah train arrive?

Perak to Kedah train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Bukit Mertajam station.

Can I drive from Perak to Kedah?

Yes, the driving distance between Perak to Kedah is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Perak to Kedah.

Where can I stay near Kedah?

There are 43+ hotels available in Kedah.

Perak to Kedah - 6 ways to travel via tram, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Perak to Kedah by tram, bus, 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
2h 46m
RM 5–42
Bus via George Town
1. Take the bus from Jalan Bendahara Ipoh to Butterworthbus Jalan Bendahara Ipoh
2. Take the bus from (M1) Penang Sentral to Dataran Jam Besar Sg.Petanibus Eb60
3h 47m
RM 23–37
Drive 178.1 km
1. Drive from Ipoh to Sungai Petanicar 178.1 km
2h 1m
RM 30–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ipoh to Sungai Petanitaxi 178.1 km
2h 1m
RM 390–470
Tram via Bukit Mertajam
1. Take the tram from Ipoh to Bukit Mertajamtram Ipoh Line
2h 47m
RM 8–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Sungai Petanibus
4h 28m
RM 27–43

Perak to Kedah by tram

70Weekly Trams

2h 46mAverage Duration

RM 5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 171.3 km
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Perak, Malaysia and Kedah, Malaysia?

KTM Intercity operates a vehicle from Ipoh to Bukit Mertajam every 3 hours. Tickets cost RM 3–26 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jalan Bendahara Ipoh to Dataran Jam Besar Sg.Petani via Butterworth and (M1) Penang Sentral in around 3h 47m.

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