KTM or Keretapi Tanah Melayu Train

KTM Train Services

KTM or Keretapi Tanah Melayu is the main rail operator of the train services in Peninsular Malaysia. Traveling by train is one of the most economical mode of travel though its services are not that regular compared to taking buses. However, the experience of traveling in train is different from buses in that the travel time is more predictable and you will go through some of the scenic tropical rainforest of Malaysia.

In the olden days, the trains used during the colonial time was steam locomotives from Britain. Diesel engines were introduced in 1948 and in time, the steam locomotives were phased out in 1972.

Today, the diesel-powered trains or locomotives are still in used for the Intercity Train which services the major cities and towns of Peninsular Malaysia.

The electric-powered trains were first introduced in 1995 in Kuala Lumpur and the surrounding areas known as KTM Komuter. Today, this electric trains are being used to service 45 stations.

In August 2010, the faster electric-train service known as Electric Train Service was launched to reduce the traveling time between Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur and Seremban. It travels at an average speed of 140km/hour hence the traveling time between Ipoh and Kuala Lumpur is now slightly more than 2 hours.

The KTM Train

Electric Train Service (ETS)

The Seremban-Kuala Lumpur-Ipoh electric train service was launched on 12 August 2010.

This electrified double tracking route is part of the railway plan which will eventually replace most of the diesel trains. Construction of the Ipoh-Padang Besar and Seremban-Gemas double-tracking and electrification project are currently in progress.

The trains are equipped with power socket to provide power to your electronic equipment such as notebook. An infotainment LED television is provided in all the coaches. Priority seats are also reserved for the elderly or special needs passengers.

There are three types of train in service, the Platinum, Gold and Silver train. The Platinum train only service the Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur and KL Sentral stations hence is much faster.

The Gold train has 6 stops for the Ipoh-KL Sentral route and the Silver train has 12 stops.

Electric Train Service (ETS) Schedule

The south bound schedule of the Ipoh --> KL Sentral --> Seremban service can be obtained here.

The north bound schedule of the Seremban --> KL Sentral --> Ipoh service can be obtained here.

There are more Ipoh-KL trips as the demand for this route is higher compared to Ipoh-KL-Seremban route. Tickets can be purchased at the stations serviced by the trains. Some stations such as Nilai, Bangi and Bandar Tasek Selatan do not have any ticketing counters hence the tickets can be purchased on board the train. Phone booking can be done by calling 1 300 88 5862. The main ticket counters:

Kuala Lumpur
Lobby
Station Keretapi Tanah Melayu,
50621 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: +603-2272 3392

KL Sentral
Level 2, Sentral KL,
50470 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: +603-2272 3392

Ipoh
Station KTMB Ipoh
Jalan Panglima Bukit,
Gantang Wahab,
30000 Ipoh, Perak.
Tel: +605-254 0481

Seremban
Station KTMB Seremban
Jalan Dato’ Bandar Tunggal,
70100 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan
Tel: +606-761 4421

Komuter Train

The Komuter Train is a train service using electric trains to cater for the needs of commuters in Kuala Lumpur and the vicinity. It was first introduced in 1995 and is currently serving 45 stations.

Rawang-Seremban Route
Sentul-Port Klang Route

The frequency of the trains is 15 minutes during peak hours and 20 minutes during off-peak hours. All the coaches are among the latest in the KTMB and they are all fully air-conditioned.

Tickets can be purchased when you want to travel at all the 45 stations.

Intercity Train

The KTMB Intercity train service uses diesel trains hence they are slower compared to the ETS and Komuter. If you are not in a hurry to reach your destination and is on tight budget, this is another mode of transportation that you can try.

The day express trains are:

• Expres Sinaran
• Expres Rakyat

The night express trains are:

• Senandung Malam
• Senandung Langkawi
• Ekspres Wau
• Ekspres Timuran.

Online booking, fares and schedule can be obtained directly from KTMB website or call the Call Center at 1-300-88-5862 (local) or +60 3-2267 1200 (Overseas).

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