Shah Alam is the first planned city in Malaysia since the country’s independence from the British rule in 1957. Additionally, it is the capital city of the Selangor state in Malaysia. It is located within the Petaling and Klang district. Shah Alam is famous for a 14-hectare garden showcasing historical Islamic architecture, paintings, calligraphy, and sculptures among several others. On the other hand, Ipoh is the capital city of the Perk state in Malaysia. Ipoh is also the third-largest city in Malaysia by population and continues to be a major industrial and tourist hub.
Due to their signature importance, Shah Alam to Ipoh continues to be a busy route for buses. On an average day, you will find over 13-15 buses operating on the route.
Shah Alam to Ipoh Bus Details
The journey between Shah Alam and Ipoh takes about 3 hours to cover a distance of 210 km approximately. However, some VIP buses like Jasmine Express promises to complete it within 2 hours and 30 minutes. Among the operators on the route, travelers will find several premier operators like Plusliner, StarMart Express, KBES, among others.
The first Plusliner bus leaves Shah Alam at 9:15 am. The last bus by Jasmine Express leaves Shah Alam at 10:30 pm.
Travelers will also find luxurious, economic, and standard modes of travel as per their requirements. The regular fare out of Shah Alam is 23 MYR, while luxurious travel can costs travelers near 33 MYR.
While the journey by Jasmine Express may seem relatively more expensive, the coach promises luxury and direct connectivity to Ipoh, unlike the others. Most buses on this route promise a luxurious experience for travelers. The facilities provided by these buses include air conditioning, onboard entertainment systems, spacious legroom, and more. The most common pick-up point for travelers in Shah Alam is Terminal Shah Alam Seksyen 17. The usual drop-off point is Meru Jaya in Ipoh. Be sure to check the ratings for different buses on the official website or app of redBus to get a fair idea about their experience.
Apart from the ratings, you can also find pictures of these buses on the redBus website to get a detailed idea about your upcoming travel arrangements. Moreover, be sure to arrange your schedule around the slow tourist season. Many bus operators offer enticing discounts on this route. The Plusliner bus leaving at 10:30 am seems to be the busiest one on this route along with the last bus leaving at 10:30 pm. The last one is offered by Jasmine Express and continues to attract a lot of tourists. Due to the well-connected transport network and punctuality of buses on this route, your travel promises to be pleasant and convenient.
Things to do in Ipoh
The city of Ipoh is a breath for fresh air for travelers today due to bustling new attractions like theme parks, historical tours, ancient caves, and several others.
- Lost World of Tambun: One of Asia's best theme parks, a must-visit with family.
- Wild Tours to visit Orangutans: A tour to greet the smiling wise apes, the endangered species of Orangutans.
- Tempurung Cave: Experience an unforgettable 3 km long adventure in a popular tourist spot in Malaysia.
- White Water Rafting: A fun-filled and safe adventure sport among high and low tides on the Gopeng river.
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