KTM or Keretapi Tanah Melayu Train

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.

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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)

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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
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
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Level 2, Sentral KL,
50470 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: +603-2272 3392
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Station KTMB Ipoh
Jalan Panglima Bukit,
Gantang Wahab,
30000 Ipoh, Perak.
Tel: +605-254 0481
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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.
There are 2 lines serviced by the trains. They are:
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-
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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.
This train services ply the different cities and small towns throughout Peninsular
Malaysia. The major cities serviced are Kuala Lumpur to the south down to Singapore,
up to Padang Besar near Thailand and the east coast up to Tumpat.
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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