To celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year, Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) has announced a special “Excursion” train service, scheduled to operate on January 27 and 28.
Posted on Facebook today (Jan 21), KTMB revealed that two round-trip trains will run between Kuala Lumpur Sentral and Butterworth, offering a total of 792 tickets for travelers.
Affordable ticket options and unique amenities
Tickets went on sale at 10 am today, with prices starting at RM60 for premium seats and RM90 for luxury seats. Passengers will also enjoy exclusive features such as buffet and lounge coaches to enhance their travel experience.
KTMB stated that the special service is part of a collaboration with the Ministry of Transport to address the increased demand for travel to northern Malaysia during the Lunar New Year and the school holiday season.
The train will depart from Kuala Lumpur Sentral and make stops at seven stations: Tanjung Malim, Kampar, Batu Gajah, Ipoh, Kuala Kangsar, Taiping, and Bukit Mertajam, before arriving at Butterworth.
A comfortable alternative for holiday travel
Passengers can purchase tickets via cashless methods, including the KTMB mobile app (KITS), ticket vending machines, counters, and the official website at www.ktmb.com.my.
KTMB Group CEO Rani Hisham expressed hopes that the special train service would help alleviate road congestion and offer a more comfortable travel option, especially for senior citizens and children.
Travelers are encouraged to book their tickets early to secure their seats for this festive journey.
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