Ipoh to Taiping by bus
Taiping lies 49 km (30 mi) north-west of Ipoh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 7 min including stops, over roughly 59 km (37 mi) of road.
| Ipoh | Taiping | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 759,952 | 217,647 |
| Elevation | 45 m (148 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Postal codes | 30000–31650 | 34000–34030 |
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Common questions
How far is Taiping from Ipoh?
49 km (30 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ipoh; by road roughly 59 km (37 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ipoh to Taiping by bus?
About 1 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ipoh and Taiping?
No, both are on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.