THE SHORT VERSION
Ipoh to Kuantan at a glance.
- From
- Ipoh
- To
- Kuantan
- Road distance
- About 393 km
- Straight line
- 263 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Kuantan to Ipoh →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Ipoh
Ipoh is a city in Perak known for its old town and food, with buses to Kuala Lumpur, Penang, the Cameron Highlands and Singapore. The main terminal, Amanjaya, is well north of the centre.
- Terminal Amanjaya
About 16 km north of the centre. Most long-distance buses. - Jalan Bendahara
In town. Some companies' buses to Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Singapore.
Arriving in Kuantan
Ask the seller where the service ends in Kuantan. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Kuantan, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Kuantan
More buses from Ipoh
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Ipoh from Kuantan by road?+
About 393 km by road (263 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Ipoh to Kuantan take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Ipoh?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Ipoh include Terminal Amanjaya, Jalan Bendahara, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Kuantan to Ipoh?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Kuantan to Ipoh guide.
Where does the bus from Ipoh arrive in Kuantan?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Ipoh to Kuantan?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Ipoh to Kuantan bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Kuantan by bus?+
Direct buses from Kuantan include Mersing, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Johor Bahru, Singapore and more. See all connections on our Kuantan bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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