Complete Guide to KL Public Transport - Your Essential 2025 Manual
Overview of KL Public Transport System
The Big Picture
**LRT (Light Rail Transit):** 3 lines covering major urban areas
**MRT (Mass Rapid Transit):** 2 modern lines with more under construction
**Monorail:** Connecting city center to key districts
**KTM Komuter:** Suburban railway system
**RapidKL Buses:** Extensive bus network
**BRT (Bus Rapid Transit):** Dedicated bus lanes in Sunway area
**Ride-hailing:** Grab, MyCar, and other app-based services
LRT (Light Rail Transit) System
Kelana Jaya Line (LRT1)
**Route: ** Gombak ↔ Putra Heights
**Operating Hours: ** 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM (12:30 AM weekends)
**KL Sentral** - Main transport hub
**Masjid Jamek** - Historic city center
**KLCC** - Petronas Twin Towers area
**Ampang Park** - Shopping district
**Wangsa Maju** - Residential area
**Travel Time: ** Gombak to Putra Heights = 55 minutes
**Frequency: ** Every 3-5 minutes during peak hours
Ampang/Sri Petaling Line (LRT2)
**Route: ** Ampang/Sentul Timur ↔ Putra Heights
**Operating Hours: ** 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
**Masjid Jamek** - Interchange with Kelana Jaya Line
**Plaza Rakyat** - Central Market area
**Hang Tuah** - Monorail interchange
**Chan Sow Lin** - Cheras connection
**Kinrara** - Puchong area
LRT3 (Under Construction - 2025 Update)
**Expected Completion: ** Phase 1 completed in 2024
**Route: ** Bandar Utama ↔ Klang
**Status: ** Operational since September 2024
MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) System
Kajang Line (MRT1)
**Route: ** Kwasa Damansara ↔ Kajang
**Operating Hours: ** 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Fully air-conditioned trains
Platform screen doors for safety
WiFi available in all stations
**Important Stations: **
**KL Sentral** - Major interchange
**Bukit Jalil** - Sports and residential hub
**Serdang** - University area (UPM)
**Kajang** - Southern terminus
Putrajaya Line (MRT2)
**Route: ** Kwasa Damansara ↔ Putrajaya
**Operating Hours: ** 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM
**KL Sentral** - Transport hub
**Maluri** - Eastern KL
**Seri Kembangan** - Residential area
**Putrajaya Sentral** - Government administrative center
Payment Methods & Fares
Touch n Go Card
**The Universal Solution: **
Works on ALL public transport in KL
Available at any station or 7-Eleven
Minimum top-up: RM 10
Card cost: RM 10 (one-time)
Digital Payment Options (2025 Update):
**Touch n Go eWallet** - Scan QR codes
**Boost** - Accepted on most services
**GrabPay** - For Grab rides only
**Bank cards** - Limited acceptance
Fare Structure (2025 Updated Prices)
LRT/MRT Fares:
**Minimum fare:** RM 1.40
**Maximum fare:** RM 4.70
**Average city journey:** RM 2.50-3.50
Grab & Ride-Hailing Services
**Typical Fares (2025): **
**KLCC to KL Sentral:** RM 8-12
**KL Sentral to Mid Valley:** RM 6-10
**Airport to city center:** RM 35-55
Essential Apps for Navigation
MyRapid (Official App)
**Features: **
Real-time train/bus arrival times
Route planning
Service announcements
Fare calculator
Tips for Efficient Travel
Peak Hours to Avoid:
**Morning:** 7:30-9:30 AM
**Evening:** 5:30-7:30 PM
**Friday evenings:** Extended until 8:30 PM
Money-Saving Tips:
Conclusion
**Last Updated: ** October 2025 | **Next Review:** January 2026
Complete Guide to KL Public Transport - Your Essential 2025 Manual
Navigating Kuala Lumpur's public transportation system can seem daunting for newcomers, but with this comprehensive guide, you'll master the city's transport networks like a local. From the efficient LRT and MRT systems to buses and ride-hailing apps, we'll cover everything you need to know to travel around KL smoothly and affordably.
Overview of KL Public Transport System
The Big Picture
Kuala Lumpur boasts one of Southeast Asia's most comprehensive urban transport networks, serving over 7 million people in the Greater KL area. The integrated system includes:
**LRT (Light Rail Transit):** 3 lines covering major urban areas
**MRT (Mass Rapid Transit):** 2 modern lines with more under construction
**Monorail:** Connecting city center to key districts
**KTM Komuter:** Suburban railway system
**RapidKL Buses:** Extensive bus network
**BRT (Bus Rapid Transit):** Dedicated bus lanes in Sunway area
**Ride-hailing:** Grab, MyCar, and other app-based services
LRT (Light Rail Transit) System
Kelana Jaya Line (LRT1)
**Route: ** Gombak ↔ Putra Heights
*Key Stations: *
**KL Sentral** - Main transport hub
**Masjid Jamek** - Historic city center
**KLCC** - Petronas Twin Towers area
**Ampang Park** - Shopping district
**Wangsa Maju** - Residential area
**Travel Time: ** Gombak to Putra Heights = 55 minutes
**Frequency: ** Every 3-5 minutes during peak hours
Ampang/Sri Petaling Line (LRT2)
**Route: ** Ampang/Sentul Timur ↔ Putra Heights
*Key Stations: *
**Masjid Jamek** - Interchange with Kelana Jaya Line
**Plaza Rakyat** - Central Market area
**Hang Tuah** - Monorail interchange
**Chan Sow Lin** - Cheras connection
**Kinrara** - Puchong area
LRT3 (Under Construction - 2025 Update)
**Expected Completion: ** Phase 1 completed in 2024
**Route: ** Bandar Utama ↔ Klang
**Status: ** Operational since September 2024
MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) System
Kajang Line (MRT1)
**Route: ** Kwasa Damansara ↔ Kajang
*Key Features: *
Fully air-conditioned trains
Platform screen doors for safety
WiFi available in all stations
**Important Stations: **
**KL Sentral** - Major interchange
**Bukit Jalil** - Sports and residential hub
**Serdang** - University area (UPM)
**Kajang** - Southern terminus
Putrajaya Line (MRT2)
**Route: ** Kwasa Damansara ↔ Putrajaya
*Key Stations: *
**KL Sentral** - Transport hub
**Maluri** - Eastern KL
**Seri Kembangan** - Residential area
**Putrajaya Sentral** - Government administrative center
Payment Methods & Fares
Touch n Go Card
**The Universal Solution: **
Works on ALL public transport in KL
Available at any station or 7-Eleven
Minimum top-up: RM 10
Card cost: RM 10 (one-time)
Digital Payment Options (2025 Update):
**Touch n Go eWallet** - Scan QR codes
**Boost** - Accepted on most services
**GrabPay** - For Grab rides only
**Bank cards** - Limited acceptance
Fare Structure (2025 Updated Prices)
LRT/MRT Fares:
**Minimum fare:** RM 1.40
**Maximum fare:** RM 4.70
**Average city journey:** RM 2.50-3.50
Grab & Ride-Hailing Services
**Typical Fares (2025): **
**KLCC to KL Sentral:** RM 8-12
**KL Sentral to Mid Valley:** RM 6-10
**Airport to city center:** RM 35-55
Essential Apps for Navigation
MyRapid (Official App)
**Features: **
Real-time train/bus arrival times
Route planning
Service announcements
Fare calculator
Tips for Efficient Travel
Peak Hours to Avoid:
**Morning:** 7:30-9:30 AM
**Evening:** 5:30-7:30 PM
**Friday evenings:** Extended until 8:30 PM
Money-Saving Tips:
Conclusion
**Last Updated: ** October 2025 | **Next Review:** January 2026