Ipoh to Bukit Mertajam by train
Bukit Mertajam lies 110 km (69 mi) north-west of Ipoh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 35 min at the speeds typical of Malaysia rail, over roughly 135 km (84 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Ipoh | Bukit Mertajam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 759,952 | 212,329 |
| Elevation | 45 m (148 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Stations on record | Ipoh railway station, Tasek railway station | Bukit Mertajam railway station |
| Postal codes | 30000–31650 | 14000–14020 |
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Common questions
How far is Bukit Mertajam from Ipoh?
110 km (69 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ipoh; by road roughly 135 km (84 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ipoh to Bukit Mertajam by train?
About 1 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ipoh and Bukit Mertajam?
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.