The Kuala Lumpur Light Rail Transit, called LRT, is a public rail transport service that runs two major routes, the Kelana Jaya LRT line and Ampang LRT line. The Kelana Jaya LRT line operates an approximate 27km course from north to south, between Kelana Jaya (in the Klang Valley, 17km away from the heart of KL) and Gombak (16km from the city centre). Meanwhile, the Ampang line is broken up into two destinations – travelling a distance of 20km and 11km respectively: both routes start at the Sentul Timur LRT Station in the north of Kuala Lumpur, with the first route ending in Sri Petaling in the south, while the second course ends in Ampang in the eastern suburbs of the city
Timing & Fare Our handy Kuala Lumpur Light Rail Transit (LRT) guide will point you in the right direction of the best known landmarks close to several LRT stations, particularly those that are truly noteworthy to out-of-town travellers. Operating between 06:00 – 24:00, with new trains arriving once every three to 15 minutes, fares start at RM1 for one stop. Be advised that all three train lines get particularly busy between 07:00 – 09:00, and 17:00 – 19:00, when office workers use them to commute back home to suburban neighbourhoods far away from the city.
1. Kelana Jaya The first stop on the Kelana Jaya LRT route, the Kelana Jaya LRT Station is one of the most frequently used stops for Klang Valley residents who work in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. As a result, expect to encounter a lot of commuters heading into the city during the morning office rush, and the same amount disembarking at this station from 17:00 onwards. Of no particular importance to tourists, surrounding the station are rows of atmospheric storefronts, local offices, plus a local medical diagnostics centre, and a few casual and trendy local restaurants such as Marco’s Pizza
2. Taman Bahagia Set in a largely residential neighbourhood in Petaling Jaya, Taman Bahagia LRT Station is just 1km away from the end of the Kelana Jaya LRT line.
3. Taman Paramount An LRT station that serves a primarily residential neighbourhood, the Taman Paramount stop will put passengers right beside Tasik Aman Park, with no other nearby landmarks of particular importance to tourists.
4. Asia Jaya Asia Jaya LRT Station is set just 550m from Armada Hotel and Hilton PJ, allowing hotel guests easy access to public transport, plus the Tun Hussein Onn Eye Hospital is a 450m walk away
5. Taman Jaya Taman Jaya LRT Station is a great stopover for tourists keen for a taste of the local laidback shopping scene. Just next door to the station is Amcorp Mall, an incredibly popular shopping centre known to locals for its weekly weekend indoor flea market.
6. Universiti Universiti LRT Station is set 180m away from Pullman Kuala Lumpur Bangsar hotel.
7. Kerinchi Kerinchi LRT Station can be found within the Plaza Pantai complex, a mixed commercial building, with not much tourist-worthy points of interest nearby besides the TNB Museum
8. Abdullah Hukum Just across the Sungai Kelang River, Abdullah Hukum LRT Station is less than 2km away from Mid Valley City. Nearby attractions: - Mid Valley Megamall
9. Bangsar Bangsar LRT Station is set in the Bangsar neighbourhood, just 6km from the KL city centre. Nearby attractions to the station include malls like Bangsar Shopping Centre and Bangsar Village I & II, as well as a lot of quirky street side, standalone local boutiques and trendy, award-winning restaurants. Nearby attractions: - Bangsar Shopping Centre - Bangsar Village I & II mall - Jorya Weekend boutique - Antipodean Café
10. KL Sentral Just next door to the eight storey Nu Sentral mall which houses well known international brands, as well as entertainment offerings like a movie theatre and gym, KL Sentral LRT Station is certainly a popular jumping off point for travellers looking to access other areas of the city. Alighting at this station will put other public transport links within easy reach such as intercity monorail trains allowing for greater access to central city hotspots, plus there are also express and Komuter trains that travel to KLIA and outer city limits respectively.
Nearby attractions: - Nu Sentral mall - Aloft KL Hotel - Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur - KL Sentral
11. Pasar Seni Pasar Seni LRT Station is a popular stopover for locals especially during weekday lunchtime, when office workers head to this atmospheric neighbourhood for inexpensive lunch meals at the numerous Chinese hawker restaurants nearby. Besides that, the station is set close to Petaling Street, a colourful and electrifying avenue best known for vendors retailing imitation designer handbags, sunglasses, sneakers, wallets, and more. Besides shopping for knockoffs, travellers can also find a variety of knick knacks from souvenirs to handicrafts that are inexpensive.
Nearby attractions: - Petaling Street - Central Market
12. Masjid Jamek There are few points of interest within walking distance Masjid Jamek LRT Station, but it serves as a great stopover for those who wish to visit Hutan Simpanan Bukit Nanas, Dataran Merdeka and Central Market, all of which are within an 850m radius. Nearby attractions: - Dataran Merdeka (Independence Square) - Central Market
13. Dang Wangi An underground station, Dang Wangi LRT Station is set along Jalan Ampang. Southwest on Jalan Ampang and then a right turn onto Jalan Sultan Ismail will lead to Hard Rock Café KL, while a left turn will head to the award winning Villa Danieli restaurant, both of within are within a 750m radius. Nearby attractions: - Hard Rock Café KL - Villa Danieli restaurant
14. Kampung Baru A station of little importance to tourists, Kampung Baru LRT Station is set in a residential neighbourhood.
15. KLCC A famous LRT stopover, KLCC LRT Station is set close to the most famous Kuala Lumpur attractions, the Petronas Twin Towers which is mere steps away from the station’s entryway. Also a great jumping off point for travellers looking for easy access to one of the city’s best malls, the station is set between Suria KLCC mall and Avenue K shopping centre. Shoppers will be able to peruse the retail offerings of high end brands like Dianne Von Furstenberg, Coach, Kate Spade and more, plus culinary choices here range from casual food court offerings to trendy bistros and even high end restaurants with award winning pedigrees.
Nearby attractions: - Suria KLCC mall - Avenue K mall - Petronas Twin Towers - KLCC Park
16. Ampang Park Ampang Park LRT Station is a great stopover for its close location to great hotels and trendy nightlife and dining options. Just next door is the four-star G Tower KL hotel where you will find prominent nightlife venues View Rooftop Bar and Bridge Bar. Besides that, the new dining centrepiece in KL, Troika Sky Dining is only 290m away, putting the station less than five minutes walking distance to award winning restaurants like Cantaloupe and Acme.
Nearby attractions: - GTower Hotel, Kuala Lumpur - Troika Sky Dining
17. Damai Damai LRT Station can be found in the heart of Dato Keramat village, about 3km from Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur, plus the High Commission For The People’s Republic of Bangladesh is less than a ten minute walk away. Nearby attractions: - Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur
18. Dato Keramat Another elevated LRT station that leads to the outskirts of the city, the Dato Keramat stopover is set along Jalan Dato Keramat, with little in the way of sightseeing options for tourists.
19. Jelatek Jelatek LRT Station is a train stopover between Dato Keramat and Setiawangsa LRT Stations, with the Dato Keramat sports complex set just opposite the building.
20. Setiawangsa Setiawangsa LRT Station is located in a largely residential neighbourhood on Jalan 29/56 with hypermarket Jusco AU2 Setiawangsa less than 2km away.
21. Sri Rampai Sri Rampai LRT Station serves a largely residential neighbourhood, with passengers who alight at this stopover usually comprising office workers who use the train to commute to the city for work.
22. Wangsa Maju Popularly used by out-of-towners looking to access the Royal Selangor Visitor’s Centre, which is accessible from the station via a short 10 minute drive, Wangsa Maju LRT Station is certainly a noteworthy stopover for tourists who are keen to explore this outskirt city attraction. Nearby attractions: - Royal Selangor Visitor’s Centre
23. Taman Melati Taman Melati LRT Station serves a primarily residential neighbourhood, with not many noteworthy points of interest.
24. Gombak Gombak LRT Station is a great stopover for tourists looking for easy and inexpensive access to Batu Caves: from the station it is only a ten minute drive to the caves - total taxi fare price should not be more than RM10. Nearby attractions: - Batu Caves.
Comments
Post a Comment