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Penang Bird Park
Interactive bird park with aviaries, reptile exhibits and family-friendly displays. Popular for close encounters with tropical species.
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 $6.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 24 buses from Ipoh to Butterworth, including 24 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 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 1 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 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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Buses from Ipoh to Butterworth run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 2h 1m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ipoh to Butterworth.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 03:11AM | Duration 2h26 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 02:49AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:34AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 04:34AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:49AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Maraliner | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:04AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:11AM | Duration 2h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:19AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:34AM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:01PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:26PM | Duration 2h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator LEXOJAYA | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:19PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator LEXOJAYA | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:11PM | Duration 2h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:19PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Permata Utara Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator LEXOJAYA | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:46PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator LEXOJAYA | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:04PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS Sdn Bhd | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:19PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:34PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator LEXOJAYA | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 10:19PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 10:36PM | Duration 2h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Ipoh to Butterworth buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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EXPRESS KESATUAN | 8:35 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h01 | 10:36 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
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GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 12:45 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 2:49 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 1:30 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 3:34 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
GPGLOBAL TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 2:30 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 4:34 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 4:45 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 6:49 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 8:45 AM Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara | 2h26 | 11:11 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 9:15 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 11:19 AM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 9:45 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h16 | 12:01 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 12:00 PM Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara | 2h26 | 2:26 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 12:30 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 2:34 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
LEXOJAYA | 1:00 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 3:04 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 1:15 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 3:19 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
LEXOJAYA | 2:30 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 4:34 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 2:45 PM Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara | 2h26 | 5:11 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 3:15 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 5:19 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
PERMATA UTARA SDN BHD | 3:30 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 5:34 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
LEXOJAYA | 4:30 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 6:34 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 5:00 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 7:04 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 5:30 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h16 | 7:46 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 5:30 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 7:34 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
LEXOJAYA | 6:00 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 8:04 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI THEVEN TRAVEL & TOURS SDN BHD | 6:15 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 8:19 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 6:30 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 8:34 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
LEXOJAYA | 8:15 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 2h04 | 10:19 PM Butterworth, Penang Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Interactive bird park with aviaries, reptile exhibits and family-friendly displays. Popular for close encounters with tropical species.
Hands-on science center in Butterworth with practical exhibits for children and adults. Good for learning through interactive displays.
State-run gallery space in Seberang Perai that hosts rotating visual art exhibitions and local creative programs.
Popular waterfront park with murals, event spaces and views toward Penang Island. Ideal for evening walks and casual sightseeing.
Major neighborhood known for temples, shops and local life. Worth exploring to experience Butterworth beyond the transport hub.
Linear urban park and public gathering space used for walking and local events. A pleasant stop for fresh air near the town center.
Penang-style tamarind fish curry with okra, eggplant and chili. A local Peranakan classic across Seberang Perai and Penang, prized for its sour, spicy depth.
Rice noodles in a rich prawn and pork broth, often topped with prawns, egg and fried shallots. A signature Penang hawker dish loved for its sweet-savory stock.
Flat rice noodles stir-fried over high heat with soy sauce, prawns, cockles, egg and bean sprouts. A famous Penang street food known for smoky wok aroma.
Busy local coffee shop known for duck-based koay teow th'ng and other mainland Penang hawker staples in a casual morning setting.
Long-running hawker venue popular for Penang-style char kway teow and wok-fried noodle dishes. Casual, lively and very local.
Well-known traditional kopitiam stop for Butterworth breakfasts, coffee, toast and local noodles. Simple setting with strong neighborhood following.
Budget-friendly by Malaysian standards. Hawker meals, basic hotels, and local transport are low cost; mid-range dining and chain cafes remain affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is not expected. Restaurants may add a 10% service charge. Round up small taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes only for good service.
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Most Ipoh to Butterworth buses use the Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Ipoh and Butterworth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) is 9 km from Ipoh city centre. Public transport options include:
Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and several local food stalls
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines available in terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya).
Available at Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya): Wheelchair accessible.
Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
ATMs are several ATMs from local banks.
Ticket office support is available at Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara.
Available at Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara: Wheelchair accessible.
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