KTMB Provides Extra ETS Trains For CNY 2025
-full_normal.jpg)
In conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebrations, Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) will add two more Electric Train Service (ETS) trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips. The KTMB statement stated that tickets for these extra trains will be available for purchase today, January 3, at 10 a.m., for travel from January 17 to February 16.
“The additional trains will operate for 19 days, offering 630 seats daily, including business class facilities, with 11,970 seats available.
“The additional train will depart from KL Sentral at 5 pm, arriving in Padang Besar at 10.20 pm. Meanwhile, the train from Padang Besar will depart at 11.05 am, arriving in KL Sentral at 4.30 pm,” it said.
KTMB announced that tickets can be bought cashless through www.ktmb.com.my or the KTM Mobile (KITS) app. Passengers can visit KTMB's official social media accounts or call the Call Centre at 03-9779 1200 with any more questions.
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
VQL3098
SELANGOR
BSM3809
JOHOR
JYR2257
PULAU PINANG
PRY4935
PERAK
APF1240
PAHANG
CFF2238
KEDAH
KGE2816
NEGERI SEMBILAN
NEJ4799
KOTA KINABALU
SJQ2182
KUCHING
QAB2136N
Last updated 09 Feb, 2026
Fuel Price
Petrol
RON 95
RM 2.54
+0.02
RON 97
RM 3.10
+0.02
RON 100
RM 5.00
VPR
RM 6.23
Diesel
EURO 5 B10
RM 2.88
+0.04
EURO 5 B7
RM 3.08
+0.04
Last updated 22 Jan, 2026
Related News
KTM Double-Track Klang Line Set For March Completion
KTM’s Klang Valley double-track upgrade between Subang Jaya and Klang is expected to be completed by March.
21-01-2026
Fallen Tree Disrupts KTMB Services Again, Safety Concerns Grow
Another track obstruction has caused major delays on KTM routes, renewing concerns over tree management and rail safety.
08-01-2026
KTMB Targets 1.2 Million ETS3 Passengers in 2026, MySawasdee Service Resumes
KTMB targets 1.2 million passengers for its new ETS3 this year, while the MySawasdee train service to Hatyai now resumes.
05-01-2026
KTMB Southern Express Ends Service As ETS Takes Over
KTMB will end the Southern Express on the Gemas–JB Sentral route from Jan 1 to make way for eight daily ETS trips.
30-12-2025
KTMB Expands ETS, East Coast Rail Services From Jan 1
KTMB expands train services nationwide with new ETS and East Coast routes starting Jan 1.
17-12-2025
New KTM Komuter Timetable Starts Jan 1 Amid Track Works
KTMB will roll out a revised KTM Komuter schedule from Jan 1 due to ongoing KVDT2 works.
15-12-2025
Gemas-JB Electrified Train Cuts KL-Johor Travel To 4 Hours
The new electrified Gemas-Johor Bahru train line slashes travel time from KL to Johor to just 4 hours 20 minutes.
12-12-2025
KTMB’s ETS3 To JB Sentral Launches Dec 12 with 30% Discount
KTMB will start operating its ETS3 to JB Sentral on 12 Dec 202 with a 30% discount for travel on this route.
09-12-2025
Latest News
Jetour Malaysia Shifted 2,741 Units in 2025, Plans to Expand to 50 Outlets in 2026
Jetour Malaysia delivered a total of 2,741 vehicles last year, with plans to expand its network to 50 locations in 2026.
09-02-2026
50% Toll Discount Nationwide for CNY 2026
50% toll discount on selected highways from Feb 14–15 to ease CNY travel.
09-02-2026
Loke: No Rush on Dashcam Mandate for E-Hailing
Loke says mandating dashcams with audio in e-hailing vehicles requires deeper consultation.
09-02-2026
Zeekr 7X 2026 Pricing Updated - From RM183k, Up 1.8%
Zeekr Malaysia updates 7X pricing for 2026 following the end of EV tax incentives, with a modest increase of RM3,000-RM4,000 across variants.
06-02-2026
Perodua CEO: Next-Gen Myvi In The Pipelines, Current Bezza Remains
In rare interview, Perodua CEO details plans for next-gen Myvi hatch, confirms current Bezza remains too.
06-02-2026
UMW Toyota Records Slower January Sales, Down 12% to 4,700 Units
UMW Toyota posts lower January sales as competition intensifies and electrification accelerates.
06-02-2026
Malaysia’s Climate Plans Stop Short of Targeting Cars
Private vehicles are unlikely to face direct climate targets as Malaysians remain heavily dependent on cars.
06-02-2026
My50 Pass: Commuters Save RM100 Monthly
Over 50% of Klang Valley commuters are going digital with the My50 pass, saving RM100 monthly.
06-02-2026
Show More
trending_flat