KL to Ipoh
Kuala Lumpur to Ipoh
Ipoh is the capital of Perak state, about 200 km north of KL. The drive takes around 2.5 hours along the PLUS highway — a well-maintained expressway with rest stops at regular intervals.
Known for its old town charm, limestone cave temples, and arguably the best white coffee and chicken bean sprouts in Malaysia, Ipoh has become one of the top day trip destinations from KL. Our drivers know the highway well and can recommend where to eat when you arrive.
Book Ipoh TripWhat to Do in Ipoh
Ipoh Old Town
Colonial-era shophouses, street art murals, and heritage cafes. Walk along Jalan Sultan Idris Shah and Concubine Lane for the full old-town experience.
Sam Poh Tong Temple
A limestone cave temple with a serene garden, fish ponds, and intricate Buddhist carvings. One of the most photographed spots in Perak.
Ipoh White Coffee Trail
Old Town White Coffee, Nam Heong, Sin Yoon Loong — each claims to be the original. Your driver can take you to all three and let you decide.
Best Cars for the Ipoh Drive
Standard Sedan
Perodua Bezza or Proton Saga. Budget-friendly for couples on a food-focused day trip. 4 seats, light luggage.
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Toyota Innova or Perodua Alza. Comfortable for families with the flexibility to explore multiple spots around Ipoh. 7 seats.
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Toyota Camry or Honda Accord. Smooth highway cruiser for a relaxed 2.5-hour ride. Ideal if comfort matters. 4 seats.
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Go for the Food
Ipoh is a food destination first. Plan your meals — bean sprouts chicken, hor fun, curry mee, and salt-baked chicken are the essentials.
Combine With Cameron
Ipoh is a natural stopover on the way to Cameron Highlands. Some travellers do KL → Ipoh → Cameron as a 2-day trip. We can arrange the multi-stop route.
Weekend Crowds
Ipoh old town gets busy on weekends, especially around lunch. Arrive early to beat the queues at popular restaurants like Lou Wong and Kok Kee.
