KTMB Provides Additional ETS Service For Deepavali Celebrations
-full.jpg)
In conjunction with Deepavali, Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) will provide additional electric train service (ETS) trips from KL Sentral to Padang Besar in November, Bernama reported.
KTMB announced yesterday, October 16, that an additional 630 tickets will be available daily from Thursday, 9 November, to Monday, 13 November, during the long weekend. This translates to a total of 3,150 tickets available, including business class coach seats.
"The additional ETS trips are to cater to the high demand for train tickets during festive seasons," the company said in a statement.
"The country's major highways are also expected to see a high volume of traffic compared to normal days," it added.
The train will leave Padang Besar at 11 a.m. and arrive at KL Sentral at 4:36 p.m. Meanwhile, the other train will depart KL Sentral at 5.05pm and arrive at Padang Besar at 10.34pm. 
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. today, October 17.
For easier and faster cashless purchases, use the KTM mobile application (KITS) or the KTMB website.
Written By
Anis
Previously in banking and e commerce before she realized nothing makes her happier than a revving engine and gleaming tyres........
JPJ Running Numbers
KUALA LUMPUR
VQS5259
SELANGOR
BSN7647
JOHOR
JYU1425
PULAU PINANG
PSB1341
PERAK
APG3907
PAHANG
CFG592
KEDAH
KGF706
NEGERI SEMBILAN
NEJ9259
KOTA KINABALU
SJR1926
KUCHING
QAB4975N
Last updated 05 Apr, 2026
Fuel Price
Petrol
RON 95
RM 2.59
+0.05
RON 97
RM 3.15
+0.05
RON 100
RM 5.00
VPR
RM 6.23
Diesel
EURO 5 B10
RM 3.04
+0.05
EURO 5 B7
RM 3.24
+0.05
Last updated 26 Feb, 2026
Latest News
Tough Times, But Everyone Still Wants a Saga: Sales Jump 38% Despite a Slow Market
Proton Saga defies the 2026 market slump with a 38% sales surge! Discover the new 1.5L engine, Level 1 ADAS, and tech upgrades making it Malaysia’s top choice.
03-04-2026
Malaysia Is Angry… But The World Is Already in Energy Crisis
Malaysia is cutting the BUDI95 quota to 200L. While we argue over liters, the world is in "Energy Survival Mode." Is an EV your secret to beating the 2026 crisis?
03-04-2026
GWM Malaysia Eyes Top 10 Spot by 2028: 6 New Models to Launch, Led by Tank 300 HEV
GWM Malaysia targets Top 10 status by 2028, launching 6 new SUVs starting with the Tank 300 HEV.
02-04-2026
Why Your Next Group Trip Costs 80% More: Diesel Hits Historic RM6.02 (April 2-8)
Malaysia's tour bus and van rates jump 80% as diesel hits a historic high.
01-04-2026
Bye-Bye RM1.99? Why Your Petrol Subsidy is Now a 'Timed' Reality
Will RON95 hit RM2.87? SERC warns of a "timed reality" for Malaysia's petrol subsidies. Break down the RM4 billion subsidy bill and what the 200L quota cut means for you.
01-04-2026
MITI Breaks Silence: The Truth Behind the '80% Export' Ultimatum
MITI breaks its silence on the viral BYD "80% export" rumors. From the RM100k EV price floor to the truth behind the BYD Shark "ban," here is the official clarification on Malaysia's automotive future.
31-03-2026
DUI Offenders Face Direct Compensation to Families Under New Law
Transport Minister Anthony Loke confirms new amendments to Act 333 for DUI offenders.
31-03-2026
7 Years of Peace of Mind: Why the Saga MC3’s New Warranty is a "Must-Have" Add-On
Proton's new RM1,200 extended warranty for the Saga MC3 offers 7 years of cover. We decode the costs, the 1.5L i-GT engine risks, and the resale value hacks.
30-03-2026
Show More
trending_flat