- Must visit
Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum
Baba Nyonya townhouse museum with furnished rooms and objects that reveal Peranakan family life, design, and social history.
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 $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 buses from Ipoh to Malacca, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 3 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 6 h 18 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 Malacca run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. 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 19m |
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 Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 Malacca.
| 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 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, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Naik Selalu Ekspress | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 08:23AM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator GOLDEN SILK HOLIDAY | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 08:48AM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | 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 EXPRESS KESATUAN | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
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 Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Kesatuan Express | Departure Time 03:26PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h19 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Mayang Sari | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:48PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Ipoh to Malacca buses for tomorrow, 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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![]() | 3:00 AM Ipoh | 6h18 | 9:18 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 AM Ipoh | 5h03 | 8:48 AM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:26 PM Ipoh | 5h19 | 8:45 PM Malacca | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Baba Nyonya townhouse museum with furnished rooms and objects that reveal Peranakan family life, design, and social history.
Maritime museum inside a large ship replica, covering Malacca's trading past with exhibits on seafaring and regional commerce.
Private museum presenting Malay sultanate history, court culture, weapons, and royal-themed displays in a timber palace-style building.
Lively heritage street with shophouses, temples, small museums, and evening market activity. Ideal for walking and photography.
Riverside walking area with bridges, murals, historic buildings, and boat views. Best explored on foot in the late afternoon.
Historic square framed by red Dutch-era buildings, churches, and museums. A practical starting point for exploring the old center.
Chicken rice balls are Hainanese-style poached chicken served with compact rice balls, a signature Malacca hawker dish shaped for easy eating.
Nyonya laksa is a Peranakan noodle soup with coconut milk, spices, and seafood or chicken. It reflects Malacca’s distinctive mixed Chinese-Malay heritage.
Cendol is a beloved dessert of shaved ice, coconut milk, gula Melaka, and green rice flour jelly. Malacca’s palm sugar gives it deep caramel flavor.
Well-known Nyonya restaurant serving laksa, pongteh, and other Peranakan classics in a comfortable heritage shophouse setting.
Long-running local favorite for satay celup, with self-service skewers and a lively communal dining experience.
Historic Hainanese shop famous for chicken rice balls and poached chicken in a busy traditional setting near Jonker Street.
Budget-friendly for Malaysia: guesthouses, hawker meals, and short taxi rides are cheap; heritage hotels and tourist dining raise costs but stay below many major Southeast Asian cities.
Tipping is not expected. Restaurants may add 6% SST and 10% service charge. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes only for good service.
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Melaka Sentral -> Dutch Square, Melaka
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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.

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.
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.
Malacca, Melaka Sentral is 3 km from Malacca city centre. Public transport options include:
Malacca, Melaka Sentral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks.
Ticket office support is available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral.
Available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malacca, Melaka Sentral: Wheelchair ramps and elevators.
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