ETS and KTM Komuter Trains from Sungai Buloh to Rawang (Sungai Buloh ke Rawang)

Rawang – General Information about the Destination

Rawang is a town in Selangor, Malaysia, about 20 kilometers from Kuala Lumpur. It’s a center for manufacturing and logistics due to its many factories and industrial parks. Alongside its industrial activity, Rawang has places of interest like the Templer Park Rainforest Reserve, where visitors can hike and enjoy a waterfall. Close to that is the Kanching Rainforest Waterfall, famous for its seven-tiered waterfalls. For those who like shopping, Rawang has the AEON Rawang Shopping Centre, featuring shops, eateries, and entertainment.

Information about the Route (Sungai Buloh – Rawang)

If you’re looking to travel from Sungai Buloh to Rawang by train, you have two options: the ETS train and the KTM Komuter train.

Sungai Buloh to Rawang by ETS Train

ETS trains operating on the Northbound Train line from Sungai Buloh to Rawang include Silver and Gold classes. Both classes offer a short travel time of approximately 15 minutes. The cost for a ticket in either Silver or Gold class starts at RM10.00. Passengers have the convenience of purchasing tickets either online through the website or directly at the station’s ticket counter.

Schedule of ETS Trains Sungai Buloh – Rawang

(Jadual ETS Sungai Buloh ke Rawang)

ETS trains from Sungai Buloh to Rawang run six times a day. The first train of the day departs at 09:22 in the morning, and the last train leaves at 22:10 at night.

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Sungai Buloh ke Rawang by KTM Komuter

The KTM Komuter trains traveling from Sungai Buloh to Rawang make a brief journey, stopping at just two stations along the way. This route is part of the Pelabuhan Klang – Tanjung Malim line. The shortest travel time recorded on both weekdays and weekends is approximately 20 minutes. 

Tickets for this train are available for purchase at the stations, and it’s important to note that there is no option for buying tickets in advance. 

Schedule of KTM Komuter Sungai Buloh – Rawang

(Jadual Komuter Sungai Buloh ke Rawang)

On weekdays, KTM Komuter trains from Sungai Buloh to Rawang run 22 times throughout the day. The first train leaves early in the morning at 6:48, and the last one departs late at night at 23:08. On weekends, the trains run a little less frequently, with 19 trips. The schedule is the same as on weekdays, with the earliest train at 6:48 and the last at 23:08.

See also: ETS and KTM Komuter Trains from Rawang to Sungai Buloh

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Departure Point – Sungai Buloh KTM Station

Sungai Buloh station, opened in 2016 in Selangor, Malaysia, is an interchange for the KTM Komuter, KTM ETS, and MRT Putrajaya Line. It stands on the historic site of the original 1892 station, now redesigned to accommodate modern rail services without integrated ticketing systems.

The station features six tracks and three platforms, with a shared elevated concourse for ticketing and retail services. Two entrances provide access to MRT and KTM platforms via lifts, escalators, and stairs.

Facilities include a multi-level park and ride, and the station is linked to local areas by feeder buses. The MRT Putrajaya Line has taken over the northern segment from the Kajang Line, with Sungai Buloh serving as a key station on the network.

Arrival Point – Rawang Railway Station

Rawang Railway Station is situated in the town of Rawang in Selangor, Malaysia. It’s a key stop for both KTM Komuter and KTM ETS trains, and it’s a short walk from the bus terminal. The station has two platforms: one side platform and one island platform, with six tracks in total.

The station provides several facilities for passengers, including a prayer room, a snack kiosk, automated payment lanes, ticket sales counters, restrooms, a parking area, ticket machines, elevators, and an ATM. It operates daily from 6:15 AM to 9:30 PM.

For those needing to connect to MRT or LRT lines, the closest MRT station is Sungai Buloh, about 18 km away, and the closest LRT station is Gombak, which is around 26 km from Rawang. These stations are alternatives for reaching Rawang but require additional transportation from those points.

See also: How to get from Sungai Buloh to KL Sentral by train? 

Alternative – Buses from Sungai Buloh to Rawang

If you’re planning a trip from Sungai Buloh to Rawang, it’s crucial to be aware that direct bus services are not available for this route. In this case, the train emerges as the only available public transit option.

About ETS

ETS, short for Electric Train Service, is a rapid intercity rail service in Malaysia operated by Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB). It is the fastest meter gauge train service in the country and covers the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. The trains travel up to 140 km/h, offering a fast and comfortable ride with classes like Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Each class provides different levels of comfort and amenities, with varying ticket prices. The service is known for its punctuality and efficiency, connecting major cities and towns, with facilities like air conditioning, reserved seating, onboard restrooms, and food and beverage services. Tickets for ETS can be purchased online or at the station.

About Komuter

KTM Komuter is a commuter train service operated by Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) in Malaysia. It was introduced in 1995 to provide efficient and frequent rail services in the major cities and towns. Serving the Klang Valley and parts of neighboring states, it operates on electrified double tracks, providing an important mode of transportation for daily commuters. The service uses a fleet of electric multiple-unit trains and covers various routes, including the busy lines connecting Port Klang to Tanjung Malim and Batu Caves to Pulau Sebang/Tampin.

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