What is the cheapest way to get from Taiping to Kempas?

The cheapest way to get from Taiping to Kempas is to train which costs RM 23 - RM 85 and takes 7h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taiping to Kempas?

The fastest way to get from Taiping to Kempas is to train and fly which takes 3h 57m and costs RM 230 - RM 650.

Is there a direct bus between Taiping and Kempas?

No, there is no direct bus from Taiping to Kempas. However, there are services departing from Taiping/Sempang and arriving at Taman Ungku Tun Aminah via Kamunting/Taiping. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Taiping and Kempas?

No, there is no direct train from Taiping to Kempas. However, there are services departing from Taiping and arriving at Kempas Baru via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Taiping to Kempas?

The distance between Taiping and Kempas is 535 km. The road distance is 585.7 km.

How do I travel from Taiping to Kempas without a car?

The best way to get from Taiping to Kempas without a car is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs RM 23 - RM 85.

How long does it take to get from Taiping to Kempas?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Taiping to Kempas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taiping to Kempas bus from?

Taiping to Kempas bus services, operated by StarMart Express, depart from Kamunting/Taiping station.

Where do I catch the Taiping to Kempas train from?

Taiping to Kempas train services, operated by KTM Intercity, depart from Taiping station.

Train or bus from Taiping to Kempas?

The best way to get from Taiping to Kempas is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs RM 23 - RM 85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 150 - RM 220 and takes 9h 26m.

Where does the Taiping to Kempas bus arrive?

Taiping to Kempas bus services, operated by StarMart Express, arrive at Taman Ungku Tun Aminah station.

Where does the Taiping to Kempas train arrive?

Taiping to Kempas train services, operated by KTM Intercity, arrive at Kempas Baru station.

Can I drive from Taiping to Kempas?

Yes, the driving distance between Taiping to Kempas is 586 km. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Taiping to Kempas.

Where can I stay near Kempas?

There are 3442+ hotels available in Kempas.

Taiping to Kempas - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car ferry

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There are 9 ways to get from Taiping to Kempas by train, plane, bus, car, car ferry, or tram

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Train to Ipoh, fly
best
1. Take the train from Taiping to Ipohtrain
2. Fly from Ipoh (IPH) to Senai International Airport (JHB)plane IPH - JHB
3h 57m
RM 233–630
Train via Kuala Lumpur
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taiping to Kl Sentraltrain Ets
2. Take the train from Kl Sentral to Kempas Barutrain Ets
8h 10m
RM 23–102
Train
1. Take the train from Taiping to Kempas Barutrain Ets
7h 18m
RM 24–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kamunting/Taiping to Taman Ungku Tun Aminahbus
9h 26m
RM 153–218
Drive 585.7 km
1. Drive from Taiping to Kempascar 585.7 km
6h 18m
RM 99–142
Train, car ferry to Penang International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taiping to Butterworthtrain
2. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
3. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Senai International Airport (JHB)plane PEN - JHB
5h 22m
RM 247–489
Train to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, fly
1. Take the train from Taiping to Sungai Bulohtrain
2. Fly from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) to Senai International Airport (JHB)plane SZB - JHB
5h 48m
RM 199–349
Train, tram to Alor Setar, fly
1. Take the train from Taiping to Bukit Mertajamtrain
2. Take the tram from Bukit Mertajam to Anak Bukittram
3. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Senai International Airport (JHB)plane AOR - JHB
5h 2m
RM 294–625
Train via Kempas Baru Station
1. Take the train from Taiping to Kempas Baru Stationtrain Southbound
7h 20m
RM 103–106

Ipoh (IPH) to Senai International Airport (JHB) flights

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Distance: 534.9 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Taiping, Malaysia and Kempas, Malaysia?

KTM Intercity operates a train from Taiping to Kempas Baru 3 times a day. Tickets cost RM 15–75 and the journey takes 7h 15m. Alternatively, StarMart Express operates a bus from Kamunting/Taiping to Taman Ungku Tun Aminah twice daily. Tickets cost RM 130–190 and the journey takes 8h 7m.

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