Stesen Keretapi Ipoh, or the Ipoh Railway Station, stands as one of Perak's most recognisable heritage landmarks. Designed by the prolific British architect A.B. Hubback and completed in 1917, this majestic building blends Moorish domes, turrets, and elegant verandahs with a grand 183-metre ground-floor loggia stretching across its frontage. Affectionately known as the "Taj Mahal of Ipoh," the station has served as the principal railway terminal for the state for over a century, welcoming thousands of travellers daily through Keretapi Tanah Melayu's (KTM) ETS services.
Beyond its role as a transport hub, the station is a living piece of history. The Cenotaph war memorial stands sentinel in front, and the building once housed the renowned Majestic Station Hotel on its upper floor. While the hotel has since closed, the architecture alone draws visitors and wedding photographers eager to capture its colonial-era grandeur.
The station is also a gateway to Ipoh's Heritage Walk, placing arrivals right at the doorstep of the old town's cultural treasures. Whether you are arriving by train or simply admiring the architecture, Stesen Keretapi Ipoh is an essential stop that connects the city's rich past with its bustling present. Take a moment to savour the grandeur before you explore the neighbourhood beyond.
+60 5-254 2049
Stesen Keretapi, Stesen Keretapi Ipoh, Jalan Panglima Bukit Gantang Wahab, 30000 Ipoh, Perak, 30100 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
Good rail network, fast clean train, great system that nevertheless fails at a fundamental level: the LCD screens at the end of the cars blaring marketing messages on a loop. Is there a better way to advertise our way to lower fares? Note when booking.
Positive Reviews
Syafiq
Heritage building that must be the local government preserve. The surrounding area & park area looks clean well taken care of but there are no lights at certain areas like at the information board. It is a place to visit & take some pictures as memories if you are visiting Ipoh.
Ng Mei
Beautiful instagrammable historical building However, the facilities need to be upgraded quickly Since it’s the main station for the state, it should have more toilets and a …
Ravi
today 25 november 2025 , 3.40pm , to that one staff perempuan yang pakai spec, thankyou so much ambilkan makanan I and hantar kat coach D just a minute before pintu tutup I minta maaf sebab susahkan you. I don't know your name but I doa you …
Parvathi
One of attraction if you come to Ipoh. Great place to have some nightwalk. You can see Ipoh sign with Ipoh magistrate building behind it. Oh yea, 8pm-11pm you'll be able to see fountain with awesome lights! Grab pickup point available.
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Stesen Keretapi Ipoh
Majestic Station Hotel Ipoh
Exterior facade of a historic building with white pillars and green-tiled lower walls. Signage reads 'MAJESTIC STATION HOTEL IPOH' in teal letters above the entrance. A red postbox stands to the right, and an orange traffic cone is on the pavement. The structure appears aged with visible wiring and minor damage.
Train Station Platform View
View of a train station platform with a historic-style building in the background featuring arched windows and a dome. A blue sign marked '1' stands near the entrance. Promotional posters are visible on the right, including one with text 'Lokasi Tuan Durian'. The area includes benches, lampposts, and structural columns.
Historic Building Exterior
White colonial-style building with a central dome and arched entrance, surrounded by parked cars and greenery under a clear blue sky.
Nighttime street scene with parked cars and building entrance
A silver taxi is parked in front of a large white archway building at night. Several other vehicles are parked nearby under trees. A green Grab sign stands beside the building's pillar. The Malaysian flag hangs on the wall. No shop signage or menu is clearly visible on the building facade.
Train Station Waiting Area
Interior of a train station with passengers seated on benches and standing near luggage. Large white pillars support the ceiling, which has recessed lighting. A curved arched window is visible in the background. People are wearing masks or casual attire. Signage is present but not legible. No shop front or menu visible.
Building Exterior with Arched Windows and Canopy
Long white building facade with arched windows and doors under a green metal canopy. Potted plants, cleaning equipment, and an air conditioning unit are visible near the entrance. No signage or logo is clearly legible on the building exterior.
Interior hallway with directional signs
A well-lit indoor corridor with white walls and polished floor tiles. Blue and yellow directional signs hang overhead indicating locations such as 'Tandas Lelaki/OPU' (Male Toilet), 'Tandas Perempuan' (Female Toilet), 'VIP', and 'Kafe' (Café). A large yellow weather overlay displays '30°C Partly sunny'. The hallway leads to a distant doorway where a person is visible in the background.
Train Station Exterior
A man stands near a blue platform sign labeled '1' with directions to Tasek and Batu Gajah. The building features classical architecture with arched windows and white facades. Modern metal railings and an overhead canopy are visible, along with warning signs on the right.
IPOH Fountain at Night
A vibrant fountain display with colorful lighting in red, green, and blue, set against a backdrop of an illuminated building with large "IPOH" signage. The scene is captured at night, showcasing water jets and ambient illumination.
Nighttime fountain and colonial building
A brightly lit fountain with purple and green water jets is in the foreground at night, adjacent to a large white colonial-style building with a dome and arched entrance. The sky is dark and cloudy. Cars are parked nearby, and some pedestrians are visible on the pavement.
Train Station Platform
Nighttime view of a train station platform with a stationary train on the right side. The platform has tiled flooring, yellow safety lines, benches, and overhead structural supports. Blue signage indicating platform 2 is visible. No shop front or menu present.
Building with Gardens
A large white colonial-style building with a central dome and arched entrances, surrounded by manicured gardens with shrubs and trees under an overcast sky.
View from Car Window at Historic Building
A view from inside a car looking out at a large white colonial-style building with domes and archways under clear blue sky. Several cars are parked in front of the building. Trees are visible to the right.
Building with Flags
A white colonial-style building with red-tiled roof under a clear blue sky. Multiple flagpoles display the Malaysian national flag and another flag with black, yellow, and green stripes. The building has arched windows and a central entrance with columns. No shop front or menu is visible.
Train Station Platform
Nighttime view of a train station platform with a stationary train on the tracks. A blue directional sign reads 'Ke Platform 2' with an arrow pointing left. The platform floor is tiled, and there are metal poles with warning signs. Passengers are visible inside the train through windows.
Train at Station Platform
A modern train with blue and silver livery is stopped at a station platform. The train doors are open, and a person walks along the platform. A passenger is visible inside through a window. The platform has tiled flooring and overhead structures. No shop front, menu, or printed material is present.
Dewan Bandaran Ipoh 1914
A white colonial-style building with arched windows and columns, featuring the inscription 'DEWAN BANDARAN IPOH 1914' above the entrance. The structure has a symmetrical facade with decorative elements and is surrounded by parked cars on a red-tiled street under an overcast sky.
Train Station with Rainbow
A train station at dusk or dawn under a faint rainbow arc in the sky. The station has a large covered platform with structural supports. A red circular traffic sign is on the left foreground. Tracks run through the scene with dark-covered freight cars. Lighting from the station illuminates parts of the structure. No shop front, menu, or printed material is visible.
Nighttime View of Historic Building with Fountain
A white colonial-style building illuminated at night, featuring a central dome and arched entrance. A fountain jets water upward to the left, and large illuminated '1901' letters are positioned in front. Lush green hedges and trees frame the foreground.
Building Entrance Corridor
Long covered walkway with white columns and arched windows; a white Mercedes-Benz car parked nearby; some people sitting or walking; orange traffic cones along the pavement.
KTM Station Platform Signage
Blue KTM sign indicating platform 1 with directions to Tasek (left) and Batu Gajah (right). The sign is mounted on a tiled floor in front of a building facade with white-framed windows and air conditioning units. Two metal benches flank the sign.
Building Facade with Covered Walkway
Long white building with classical architectural details, including arched windows, decorative moldings, and a stone base. A wet tiled walkway runs alongside under a metal-trussed roof canopy. No shop front or signage is visible.
Railway Station with Freight Trains
Multiple railway tracks with freight trains carrying containers; a large building on the left, greenery on the right, and station structures in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Train Station Platform
Passengers with luggage on a platform beside railway tracks; a freight train with shipping containers is visible on the adjacent track. A yellow sign indicating '3 Car Stop' hangs above the platform. The station has a modern roof structure with metal beams, and several people are seen walking or standing near the edge of the platform.
Red Lockers with Token Machine
Two red lockers with gray frames stand next to a blue token machine mounted on the wall. The lockers have multiple stickers and printed instructions. A red hose is connected to the token machine's power outlet. The floor is speckled concrete, and the wall shows signs of wear. No shop signage or storefront is visible.
Covered walkway with columns
Long covered walkway supported by white pillars with gray stone bases. A person carrying bags walks in the distance. Yellow road markings and traffic cones are present. White barriers line the side. Windows and doors are visible on the right.
Outdoor View of Historic Building with Gardens
A wide-angle view under an overcast sky showing a large white colonial-style building with arched windows and a cross on its roof. In the foreground are landscaped gardens with green and red foliage, bordered by a curved concrete edge. Palm trees and other tropical vegetation surround the area. No shop front or menu is visible.
Historic Building Exterior
A large white colonial-style building with arched entrances, domed towers, and red-tiled roof under a partly cloudy sky. Lush green hedges line a curved pathway leading to the building. Several parked cars are visible in front of the structure.
Historic Building with Flags and Lawn
A white colonial-style building with arched windows and balconies under a cloudy sky. Multiple flags are flying in front of the building, including Malaysian and other national flags. A stone monument stands on steps to the left, surrounded by green grass and trees. The foreground includes paved walkways and low brick walls.
Train Station Platform
A covered train station platform with multiple tracks, overhead structures, and passengers waiting on benches. Signs indicate platforms 1 and 2, a car stop sign (6), and an electronic display showing 'DESTINASI BELBEPAS PT'. The area has a modern architectural design with metal beams and tiled flooring.
Building Exterior with Arched Entrance
A large white colonial-style building with a prominent arched entrance, flanked by parked cars and green trees under a partly cloudy sky.
Public Square with Historic Building
A wide-angle view of a paved plaza in front of a large colonial-style white building under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. Multiple Malaysian flags are flying on tall poles. The building has arched entrances, columns, and a central dome-like structure. Lush green trees and shrubs surround the base of the building.
Kuala Lumpur Railway Station Platform 2-3
Interior view of a train station with metal roof structure, arched windows on beige walls, benches along platform edge, and directional signage indicating platforms 2 and 3 with directions to Utara (North) and Selatan (South). No shop front or menu visible.
Archway Entrance to Hotel Ipoh
Long covered walkway with white pillars and arched ceiling leading to an open area where a vehicle is parked; signage reading 'HOTEL IPOH' is visible on the left wall.
People at a building entrance
A group of people standing outside a large white building with arched windows and glass doors. A blue sign reading 'KELUAR EXIT' is mounted on the wall. Some individuals are carrying luggage or bags. There are potted plants near the base of the building. The sky is clear and bright.
Train at Station Platform
A modern high-speed train with yellow and white livery is stopped at a station platform. The platform has tiled flooring, overhead shelter structure, benches, and signage including a blue sign marked '1' and QR code signs. A person in uniform stands near the bench. Another train is visible far down the tracks.
Interior of a transportation terminal
The image shows the interior of a busy transit waiting area with passengers seated on metal benches. There are overhead lights, ceiling fans, and pillars. A prominent blue sign reads 'SELAMAT DATANG PANGKOR Pulau Bebos Cukai' indicating a destination or local attraction. Other signs include 'HLAWAN RA ENTERPRISE'. The floor is tiled, and there's a wooden display cabinet near a no-smoking sign. No menus or shop fronts visible.
Architectural Building Exterior
White stone structure with classical columns, arched entryways, and a balcony with balustrades. A small dome is visible at the top right. Several cars are parked in front, including a police vehicle. The sky is clear blue. No shop signage or logo is visible on the building.
Building Exterior Under Cloudy Sky
A large white colonial-style building with a central dome and arched entrance, surrounded by parked cars and green trees under an overcast sky.
Waiting Area Interior
Interior of a public waiting area with passengers seated on benches. The space has white ceilings, pillars, tiled floors, and large windows. A television screen displays content above seating areas. Promotional posters and advertisements are mounted on walls, including one for 'Tourism Perak'. Blue trash bins are present. People are seen using mobile devices or resting with luggage nearby.
Train Station Platform
Interior view of a train station platform with a modern metal roof structure, concrete flooring, and safety railings. A red and silver train is parked at the adjacent track. A digital display board shows information. The area includes benches and stairs leading to an upper level with escalators.
Train Station Platform
Interior view of a train station with a modern high-speed train on the left platform, passengers walking or sitting, large arched metal roof structure, tiled floor, and historic-style building facade to the right.
Train Station Interior
View of a train station with two trains on adjacent tracks under a large metal and green-tinted roof structure. A multi-level escalator connects platforms. Background shows historic-style buildings with arched windows and red-tiled roofs. No shop fronts, menus, or printed materials are visible.
SKTM Ticket Machine at Station Entrance
A blue and yellow SKTM ticket vending machine located inside a station entrance. The machine displays 'BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE' on its screen with an illustration of a person holding luggage. Above it, a sign reads 'MASUK (ENTRANCE)'. A notice below states 'KOMPUTER TERBAIK SE BUTTERWORTH 1830PM'. Payment options include VISA, Mastercard, and Debit cards. In the background, a ticket counter is visible with a person wearing a headscarf behind the glass partition.
Dewan Bandaran Ipoh 1914
A white colonial-style building with arched windows and columns, featuring multiple flags including the Malaysian flag. The structure is set in a grassy area with pathways, benches, and trees under a clear blue sky.
Train Station Platform
Wide platform with tiled floor under a metal-trussed roof. Signage indicates platforms 1, 2, and 3. A few people are present; one wearing mask carries bags. Green staircase leads to an upper level. Containers with 'Interasia' branding stand beside tracks. Overhead wires suggest electric train service.
IPOH Cityscape
A wide-angle view of a public plaza with a large "IPOH" sign in blue letters, set against a backdrop of historic white colonial-style buildings under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. In the foreground is a low wall featuring a detailed relief sculpture depicting local scenes. Lush greenery and palm trees surround the area.
Nighttime architectural view with fountain
A grand white building illuminated at night, featuring domes and archways, with a central fountain spraying water. The foreground shows landscaped greenery under dark skies with visible light streaks from camera flare.
Train Station View
A train station with multiple trains on tracks under a covered platform. A green escalator connects to the upper level where people are walking. In the background, there are mountains, trees, buildings, and a temple-like structure. The sky is overcast.
Grand Majestic Hotel Rendering
Architectural rendering of a large white building with classical design features including arched entrances, balconies, and decorative trim. The hotel sign is visible on the facade. A landscaped entrance area with flower beds and parked cars is shown under a clear sky.
Train Station Building Exterior
View of a white colonial-style building with arched windows and stone base, adjacent to a covered walkway with metal railings. A few people are walking along the platform. There is green grass in front of the building and some signage on a green board near the entrance.
Train Station Platform
Interior view of a train station with multiple tracks, tiled platforms, and an elevated walkway connecting two sides. The structure features metal roofing beams and pillars. A few people are visible on the stairs. No shop front or menu is present.
Grand Building with Dome and Steps
A large white colonial-style building with a central dome and red-tiled roof, surrounded by manicured gardens and flowerbeds under a clear blue sky. A star-shaped pavement design leads to stone steps in front of the building. Two people are seen near the entrance.
Train Station Platform
Passengers wait on a platform beside a blue and silver train with yellow stripes. The station has a modern metal roof structure and an elevated walkway in the background. Sunlight casts shadows across the platform.
Public Square with Historic Building
A wide-angle view of a public square featuring a large white colonial-style building under a dramatic sky with clouds. In the foreground is a geometrically patterned pavement with partial lettering 'HOLI'. Palm trees and streetlights are visible, along with a distant minaret.
Historic Building Exterior
White colonial-style building with arched entrance, columns, and balconies under a blue sky. Several cars parked nearby, palm trees, and a Grab sign on the sidewalk.
IPOH Cityscape View
A landscaped area with greenery and a circular paved design in the foreground, featuring a large 'IPOH' sign in the background under an overcast sky. Buildings and trees are visible behind the sign.