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All Aboard! KTMB to Launch Special Train Service to Hat Yai from Penang

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During the holiday season, thoousands of Malaysians often flock to Hat Yai, Thailand. In fact, last year, Malaysians topped the chart for the number of foreign travellers to the Kingdom, with a whopping 4,626,422 visitors.

Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) is launching a special MySawasdee Penang Edition train service between Butterworth and Hat Yai to meet the growing demand. The service will operate as a trial route from Dec 29 to Jan 5.

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According to KTMB, the trial route is designed to evaluate user demand and response to the special train service, with plans for future services to key locations on the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) network.

The one-way fare will be priced at RM45, making stops at several major stations, including Bukit Mertajam, Sungai Petani, Alor Setar, Arau, and Padang Besar.

“Ticket sales will begin on Monday (Dec 23) at 10 am,” KTMB said in a statement.

“This route is also expected to boost domestic and international tourism, particularly by attracting more visitors from Hat Yai to Penang, renowned for its cultural heritage and unique local cuisine.”

“Moreover, this route has the potential to enhance domestic tourism and positively impact the local economy, benefiting various businesses in the areas it passes through,” the statement added.

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KTMB encourages travellers to plan their journeys in advance and purchase tickets via the KTMB Mobile Application (KITS), kiosk machines, or the official website. The KTMB customer service centre can be reached at 03-9779 1200 for more information.

 

What do you think of the service? Let us know in the comments

 

Also read: M’sians Driving to Thailand Must Now Bring the Original Vehicle Grant or Be Denied Entry into the Country

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