Intercity Train from Johor Bahru (JB) to Kluang (Intercity Train Johor Bahru ke Kluang)

Kluang – General Information about the Destination

Kluang is a city located in the southern Malaysian state of Johor. Situated along major road and rail routes, it serves as a key transportation hub in the region. Kluang is primarily an agricultural and industrial center, surrounded by palm oil, rubber, and cocoa plantations. The city is notable for its downtown covered walkways, remnants of its past as a British colonial town. Nearby attractions include Gunung Lambak, a mountain popular for hiking and paragliding, and Kahang Organic Rice Eco Farm, which offers an educational look at rice cultivation. The city is also known for its local cuisine like Kluang coffee and rice dumplings. An altitude of 457 feet gives Kluang a relatively cool climate compared to other Malaysian cities, making it a pleasant place to escape the heat and learn about small-town Malaysian life.

Information about the Route (Johor Bahru – Kluang)

Trains going from Johor Bahru to Kluang are part of the northbound ES Ekspres Selatan and the eastbound ERT Ekspres Rakyat Timuran services. The journey between these two points takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes.

The cost of a ticket for this trip starts at RM14.00. You can buy tickets either online through the train service’s website or in person at the ticket counter at the station. The trains stop at several stations along the way, including Kempas Baru and Kulai. Additionally, the ES Ekspres Selatan makes a stop at Layang-Layang before reaching Kluang.

See also: Intercity Train from Kluang to Johor Bahru

Schedule of Intercity Train Johor Bahru – Kluang

(Jadual KTM Intercity Johor Bahru ke Kluang)

The Intercity train service from Johor Bahru to Kluang runs four times every day. The first train departs in the morning at 8:30, while the last train of the day leaves in the evening at 20:25.

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Departure Point – Johor Bahru Sentral (JB Sentral)

Johor Bahru Sentral (JB Sentral) is an integrated transport hub in Bukit Chagar, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, operational since 21 October 2010. It serves as a key point for KTM Intercity train services within Malaysia and the Shuttle Tebrau service to Singapore, following the replacement of the old Johor Bahru station. The station was closed temporarily from January to June 2022 for a double-tracking project and has since resumed operations.

JB Sentral is part of the Southern Integrated Gateway, directly connected to the Sultan Iskandar Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex. It is conveniently located near the Johor Causeway to Singapore and linked to the City Square shopping complex.

The station houses a public concourse with ticket booths, retail shops, and waiting areas. It has designated gates for Shuttle Tebrau passengers (Gate A) and KTM Intercity passengers (Gate B). The waiting areas and platforms are on the first and ground floors, with six platforms in total, four of which are operational.

JB Sentral is also the planned central hub for future railway expansions, including KTM ETS and KTM Komuter South services, and will be linked to a proposed regional bus terminal and upcoming rapid transit systems. A local bus terminal and taxi stands are located outside the station to facilitate urban and cross-border transportation.

See also: KTM Intercity train from Johor Bahru to Segamat

Arrival Point – Kluang Station

The Kluang railway station, situated in the town of Kluang in the Kluang District of Johor, Malaysia, is a functional train station that facilitates KTM Intercity train services. It is located in the central area of Kluang town, with all parts of the town accessible on foot from the station.

The station houses the Kluang RailCoffee, a coffee shop renowned for its coffee and charcoal-grilled toast with Kaya jam, which has been recognized as the Oldest Railway Coffee Shop in Malaysia by the Malaysia Book of Records on 3 August 2022.

Passenger services were temporarily moved to the Kluang Temporary Railway Station in late 2021, a stop set up on a viaduct close to the future Kluang Station site. The original Kluang Station continues to operate, providing facilities to passengers, including access to the Kluang RailCoffee, following the commencement of track removal in December 2021. A new station is under construction in Kampung Masjid Lama, and the existing old station is intended to be maintained as a heritage building.

Alternative – Buses from JB to Kluang

For travelers considering a journey from Johor Bahru to Kluang, it’s crucial to be aware that direct bus services for this route are not available. In this case, the train serves as the exclusive mode of public transportation connecting these two locations.

About KTM Intercity

KTM Intercity is a train service operated by Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB), connecting regions within Peninsular Malaysia and extending to Singapore and Thailand. It runs on three main routes: JB Sentral-Tampin, JB Sentral-Tumpat, and JB Sentral-Singapore.

The service offers various classes for passengers: Superior Night Sleep coaches with beds for 40 passengers, an Aircond Economy Class with 74 seats, and an Aircond Premier Class with spacious three-abreast seating. Additionally, the Aircond Superior Class, available on the southern line, features 60 comfortable seats. All classes come with toilet facilities.

Train Facilities

KTM Intercity trains in Malaysia offer a range of facilities for passengers, including cluster seating, LED screens for information and entertainment, power sockets for charging electronic devices, specialized prayer rooms, and clean toilet facilities. There is also a bistro available for purchasing food and beverages. The trains are accessible for disabled passengers, featuring designated seats and toilets adapted for their needs, as well as ramps to enable easy boarding. Passengers also have access to storage space for their luggage.

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