{"id":13023,"date":"2026-07-10T16:20:32","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T08:20:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/1000journey.my\/en\/?p=13023"},"modified":"2026-07-10T17:47:27","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T09:47:27","slug":"klia-transit-train-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/1000journey.my\/en\/klia-transit-train-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Car-Free Flights: How to Get to KLIA by Train"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Flights are already stressful enough, but if you\u2019re catching flights at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), you have to worry about the infamous KLIA gauntlet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With its spectacularly inconvenient location far south of Kuala Lumpur \u2013 so far you\u2019re basically in Negeri Sembilan territory \u2013 you\u2019re looking at a long, congested and expensive car ride from the city center to catch your flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, there\u2019s a simple way to get to KLIA that\u2019s free from the above headaches \u2013 our ambitious (if flawed) MRT and ERL trains!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, let\u2019s take a look at how to get to KLIA by train.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And just to spice things up, we\u2019ll do a little budget breakdown at the end to see just how much driving, rideshares and public transport actually cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Prepare<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TNG Card or Cash: For use on MRT trains. For cheaper fares, bring a Touch ‘n Go Card<\/a> (preferably NFC-equipped).  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

KLIA Transit Ticket: You can buy a ticket onsite, but why not save time for booking earlier at the official website<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smartphone: Pre-booked ERL tickets are delivered via email and QR code. Holiday-goers to China should really download these must-have China apps for travellers<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luggage & Passport: Don\u2019t forget why you\u2019re going to KLIA in the first place! If you’re holidaying in winter, check out our winter layering guide for Malaysians<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Get to MRT Putrajaya Sentral<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Time: 1.5 hours or less<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: ~RM4.6 (cashless) from MRT Muzium Negara<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on where you are in the Klang Valley, this might be the quickest or most time-consuming leg of your KLIA journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re lucky enough to live near a MRT station, simply hop on the Putrajaya line or transfer from the Kajang line before riding to Putrajaya Sentral. There are also plenty of connecting stations on the KTM and LRT lines as well, as can be seen on MyRapid\u2019s official transit map<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The challenge is estimating how long or short your journey will be, particularly with infrequent trains (looking at you KTM) and off-peak service during weekends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But based on personal experience, 1.5 hours to get to Putrajaya Sentral is a safe bet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip: If you have the <\/em>My50 Unlimited Travel Pass<\/em><\/a>, your MRT ride is basically free!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Transfer to KLIA Transit (& Book Tickets)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Next, after exiting Putrajaya Sentral, head down to the ground floor and take a hard left U-turn to the KLIA Transit station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re feeling hungry, now\u2019s a good time to buy some snacks from the nearby stores! But save some space for delicious Xinjiang kebabs<\/a> or German mulled wine<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make another right then you\u2019re at the gates. You can purchase a ticket at one of the booths here or book earlier via their official booking website<\/a>. If you purchase a return ticket (valid for one month), you\u2019ll also save around RM2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets are also served via QR codes sent to your email. Simply open the ticket on your smartphone and scan at the gates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip: If QR scanner is having issues, try upping your phone\u2019s brightness.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Board KLIA Transit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Time: 20 \u2013 30 minutes (excluding wait)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: RM8.50 one-way \/ RM16.90 return<\/p>\n\n\n\n

*NOTE: Make sure to book tickets for KLIA Transit and NOT KLIA Express, as KLIA Express only has express service to and from KL Sentral.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019re at the platform, it\u2019s pretty much smooth sailing to KLIA from here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequencies vary, but based on the official timetable<\/a>, you\u2019ll only be waiting 30 minutes at most. Once you\u2019re onboard, it\u2019s about 20 minutes to reach KLIA and 25 minutes for KLIA2. Also, remember to press the green button on the doors to open them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve arrived at KLIA, simply take the escalator or lift up to Level 5 for the departure floor. For KLIA Terminal 2, departures are at Level 3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re taking late night or early morning flights, make sure to double check operation hours for both MRT (6am-12am) and KLIA Transit (5am \u2013 12am).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scared of missing the train? There is another option:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alternative: KLIA Express<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Time: 30 minutes (excluding wait)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost: RM50 one-way \/ RM90 return<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re worried about making it to Putrajaya Sentral on time and have cash to spare, the next best option is KLIA Express.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This express service between KL Sentral and KLIA Express takes only 30 minutes, skipping the need to transfer at Putrajaya Sentral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The problem is the cash: RM50 just for a 30-minute ride is crazy expensive, especially when you can hitch a one-way ETS ride to Ipoh<\/a> that takes 2.5 hours for the exact same price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, if you\u2019re already at KL Sentral, can\u2019t be bothered to ride all the way to Putrajaya Sentral and have the cash, then KLIA Express is perfectly fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Return Ride<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Photo: KKDay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019re back from vacation, make sure to take the right train back to Kuala Lumpur!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since all airport ERL platforms serve both KLIA Transit and KLIA Express, BE VERY CAREFUL<\/strong> of which train you board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An easy way to differentiate is to check the signs and colours; turquoise or teal is for KLIA Transit while purple is for KLIA Express.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may think I\u2019m being hyperbolic, but I once boarded the wrong KLIA Express train back to KL Sentral without a valid ticket. In the end I had to fork out a cool RM50.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trust me, not a cool way to bookmark a holiday!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Counting Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So, now that you know how to take the train to KLIA. Is it worth it? Let\u2019s do some quick maths:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time & Cost for a One-way Trip from KL Sentral to KLIA Terminal 1<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/td>Cost<\/td>Time<\/td>Notes<\/td><\/tr>
KLIA Transit<\/td>RM13.10<\/td>1.5 hours<\/td>From MRT Muzium Negara to MRT Putrajaya Sentral (RM 4.60)1<\/sup>  <\/td><\/tr>
KLIA Express<\/td>RM50<\/td>30 minutes<\/td><\/tr>
Express Bus<\/td>RM13-15<\/td>1 hour (excluding wait and traffic)<\/td> <\/td><\/tr>
Private Car<\/td>RM11.6~   *excludes cost of idling, traffic, parking      <\/td>1 hour<\/td>KL Sentral\u00a0 – KLIA1 = 62km \u00a0 Perodua Bezza Model X with 21km\/litre fuel consumption = 2.95l \u00a0 RON95 price as of 8 July = RM1.99\/l \u00a0 Petrol: 2.95l * RM1.99 = RM5.8 \u00a0 Toll fare (estimated) = RM5.8 \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
Rideshare\/Taxi<\/td>RM80-RM100+<\/td>1 hour (excluding wait and traffic)<\/td>Fare, meter charge, tolls included   Potential late night surcharge not included  <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Note 1: You can take KLIA Transit from KL Sentral to Putrajaya Sentral (RM12.60), but you will have to book a separate ticket for the second leg to KLIA. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you can see, although driving a private car to KLIA is nominally the cheapest, this doesn\u2019t include the cost of traffic jams, parking and the hidden costs of owning a car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time-wise, KLIA Express is the quickest but also the second-most expensive. It can be a lifesaver if you\u2019re in a hurry though. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

KLIA Transit takes only 30 minutes more compared to driving while having no tolls or other hidden costs. With a reasonably good compromise between time and cost, I highly<\/strong> recommend KLIA Transit<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who knows? A ringgit saved is a ringgit secured for your European autumn adventure<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caught the travel bug? Then check out our Ultimate KTM ETS Travel Guide<\/a>, a rail trip into Japan\u2019s Nikko region<\/a> or the world\u2019s most gorgeous shopping malls and arcades<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Links<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

KLIA Express\/Transit Schedule
https:\/\/www.kliaekspres.com\/schedule\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

MyRapid – Rail Integrated Fare Table and Calculator
<\/strong>https:\/\/myrapid.com.my\/bus-train\/rapid-kl\/integrated-fare-table\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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