The cheapest and fastest buses from Ipoh to Malacca
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$11
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$15
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 2 m
Buses on Sep 18
22
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ipoh to Malacca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipoh to Malacca will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 22 buses from Ipoh to Malacca, including 22 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 5 h 3 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.
BILLION STARS11:00 PM5h03Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)4:03 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$111One-way0 transfers
Executive(2+1)10:15 AM5h51Ipoh4:06 PMMalacca$111One-way0 transfers
Executive(2+1)8:45 AM5h51Ipoh2:36 PMMalacca$111One-way0 transfers
Executive(2+1)12:00 PM5h51Ipoh5:51 PMMalacca$111One-way0 transfers
SRI MAJU GROUP6:00 PM5h03Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)11:03 PMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$151One-way0 transfers
Executive(2+1)11:00 AM5h00Ipoh4:00 PMMalacca$151One-way0 transfers
EXPRESS KESATUAN11:00 AM5h00Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)4:00 PMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$161One-way0 transfers
MAYANG SARI2:30 PM5h03Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)7:33 PMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$161One-way0 transfers
BILLION STARS11:00 PM5h03Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)4:03 AMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$111One-way0 transfers
SRI MAJU GROUP6:00 PM5h03Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya)11:03 PMMalacca, Melaka Sentral$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Ipoh to Malacca
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ipoh to Malacca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $14 compared to roughly $25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11. The journey takes 5h 22m versus 4h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Sri Maju Group, Kesatuan Express, EXPRESS KESATUAN, Mayang Sari, Transnasional, Mayang Sari Express, GRASSLAND COACH, KPB Ekspress, Golden Silk Holidays.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Ipoh to Malacca Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Transnasional | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 06:36AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 07:06AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 06:18AM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 06:48AM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 07:36AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 07:33AM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Starmart Express | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 09:18AM | Duration 6h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 03:01AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 08:48AM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Transnasional | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:51AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:33AM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Transnasional | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:36PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Transnasional | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:06PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:33PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Kesatuan Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Naik Selalu Ekspress | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 04:23PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KPB Ekspress | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:33PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:48PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Transnasional | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:51PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator KPB Ekspress | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:48PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:33PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Mayang Sari Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:21PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Naik Selalu Ekspress | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:48PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Kesatuan Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Kesatuan Express | Departure Time 03:26PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Sri Maju Group | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:03PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Billion Stars | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:03AM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Naik Selalu Ekspress | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 04:18AM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Kesatuan Express | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:02AM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Live departures
Ipoh to Malacca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ipoh to Malacca buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Executive(2+1) | 1:15 AM Ipoh | 5h51 | 7:06 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 1:15 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 6:18 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 1:45 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 6:48 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 1:45 AM Ipoh | 5h51 | 7:36 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 8:45 AM Ipoh | 5h51 | 2:36 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 10:15 AM Ipoh | 5h51 | 4:06 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 10:30 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 3:33 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 11:00 AM Ipoh | 5h00 | 4:00 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 11:00 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h00 | 4:00 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
NAIK SELALU EKSPRESS | 11:20 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 4:23 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 11:30 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 4:33 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 11:45 AM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 4:48 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 12:00 PM Ipoh | 5h51 | 5:51 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
KPB EKSPRESS | 12:45 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 5:48 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAYANG SARI | 2:30 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 7:33 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 2:30 PM Ipoh | 5h51 | 8:21 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRI MAJU GROUP | 6:00 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 11:03 PM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
BILLION STARS | 11:00 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 4:03 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
NAIK SELALU EKSPRESS | 11:15 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 4:18 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS KESATUAN | 11:25 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h20 | 4:45 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 11:25 PM Ipoh | 5h20 | 4:45 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | 11:59 PM Bus Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) | 5h03 | 5:02 AM Malacca, Melaka Sentral | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ipoh to Malacca
Buses from Ipoh to Malacca run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 4h 59m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 59m |
First bus 1:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Transnasional, EXPRESS KESATUAN, Kesatuan Express, GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY, KPB Ekspress, Sri Maju Group, Mayang Sari Express, Mayang Sari, Billion Stars, Naik Selalu Ekspress from Ipoh to MalaccaYou can travel by bus between Ipoh to Malacca with Transnasional, EXPRESS KESATUAN, Kesatuan Express, GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY, KPB Ekspress, Sri Maju Group, Mayang Sari Express, Mayang Sari, Billion Stars, Naik Selalu Ekspress for as low as $10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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EXPRESS KESATUAN
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KPB Ekspress
Mayang Sari Express
GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY
FAQs: Bus from Ipoh to Malacca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipoh to Malacca by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Malacca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- GRASSLAND COACH
- Wheelchair ramps, elevators, and dedicated facilities are available at some bus stations.
- KPB Ekspress
- Wheelchair access available
- assistance for boarding and alighting can be arranged upon request.
- Mayang Sari Express
- No refunds are provided under any circumstances.
- Kesatuan Express
- Cancellation terms are specified at the time of ticket purchase and depend on the fare rules.
- GRASSLAND COACH
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the policies during booking.
- Sri Maju Group
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Kesatuan Express
- One piece of standard luggage is included in the fare.
- Billion Stars
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Sri Maju Group
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Kesatuan Express
- Additional luggage can be accommodated for an extra charge, subject to available space.
- Billion Stars
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ipoh to Malacca
Most Ipoh to Malacca buses use the Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) to Malacca, Melaka Sentral station pair. Use this guide to compare Ipoh and Malacca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Ipoh station do buses to Malacca leave from?
Getting to Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) from Ipoh city centre
Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) is 9 km from Ipoh city centre. Public transport options include:
Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) bus station facilities and services
Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food stalls
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines available in terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Terminal Meru Raya (Ipoh Amanjaya): Wheelchair accessible.
Getting to Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara from Ipoh city centre
Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara bus station facilities and services
Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from local banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipoh - Jalan Bendahara: Wheelchair accessible.
Which Malacca station do buses from Ipoh arrive at?
Getting to Malacca, Melaka Sentral from Malacca city centre
Malacca, Melaka Sentral is 3 km from Malacca city centre. Public transport options include:
Malacca, Melaka Sentral bus station facilities and services
Malacca, Melaka Sentral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
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