KTMB To Introduce Electric Multiple Unit Plus (EMUPlus) KLS-Ipoh Service for Chinese New Year 2026
Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) will introduce the Electric Multiple Unit Plus (EMUPlus) service, which will operate from 13 to 15 February and from 20 to 22 February 2026 in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebrations. This service will operate 2 return trips on the KL Sentral – Ipoh – KL Sentral route to accommodate high passenger demand, as ETS tickets for this sector are currently sold out. A total of 300 tickets per train or 1,200 tickets per day will be offered for the EMUPlus service throughout this period, bringing the overall total to 7,200 tickets offered over the 6 days of operation.
Ticket sales will open on Friday, 6 February 2026 at 12:15am.
Should this service receive encouraging response, KTMB will also consider continuing the same additional service initiative in conjunction with the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations to meet the travel needs of the public.
Electric Multiple Unit Plus (EMUPlus) Timetable for Chinese New Year 2026
| Train No | Origin | Destination | Departure time | Arrival time | Operating dates |
| 2502 | KL Sentral | Ipoh | 7.00 am | 10.17 am | 13–15 February 2026 & 20–22 February 2026 |
| 2503 | Ipoh | KL Sentral | 10.40 am | 1.52 pm | |
| 2506 | KL Sentral | Ipoh | 2.05 pm | 5.22 pm | |
| 2507 | Ipoh | KL Sentral | 6.00 pm | 9.12 pm |
Electric Multiple Unit Plus (EMUPlus) Train Service Information
The EMUPlus service uses the 92 Class “SCS” KTM Komuter train set with a free seating concept and is limited to 300 seats per trip. Unlike ETS trains, seats cannot be adjusted. Ladies coaches are not in operation for the EMUPlus train service. All seats are for passengers only. Luggage are NOT allowed to be placed on the seats. Luggage may be placed on the floor. There is no toilet on board the EMUPlus train. The EMUPlus train will stop at Sungkai or Slim River for approximately 30 minutes for a toilet break. Snacks will be sold on the EMUPlus train. Power sockets are limited. Passengers are advised to bring a power bank for travel convenience.
Additional Electric Train Service (ETS) trips for Chinese New Year and Hari Raya Aidilfitri
Following the recent announcement by the Minister of Transport on Special Public Transport Services for the 2026 Festive Season, KTMB will provide a total of eight (8) additional electric train (ETS) services for Chinese New Year and Hari Raya Aidilfitri this year. The additional services cover the KL Sentral – Ipoh – KL Sentral, KL Sentral – Butterworth – KL Sentral, KL Sentral – Padang Besar – KL Sentral, JB Sentral – KL Sentral – JB Sentral, and JB Sentral – Butterworth – JB Sentral sectors.
The breakdown of additional trains for each festive season is as follows:
Chinese New Year
| Train No | Origin | Destination | Departure time | Arrival time | Operating dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9273 | Padang Besar | KL Sentral | 11.05 am | 4.30 pm | 13–22 Feb |
| 9276 | KL Sentral | Padang Besar | 5.00 pm | 10.20 pm | 13–22 Feb |
| 9579 | KL Sentral | JB Sentral | 11.00 pm | 3.10 am | 13–22 Feb |
| 9578 | JB Sentral | KL Sentral | 5.30 pm | 9.40 pm | 13–22 Feb |
| 9074 | KL Sentral | Ipoh | 10.50 am | 12.50 pm | 14–16 Feb & 20–22 Feb |
| 9077 | Ipoh | KL Sentral | 5.25 pm | 7.25 pm | 14–16 Feb & 20–22 Feb |
| 9171 | Butterworth | KL Sentral | 6.10 am | 9.48 am | 14–16 Feb & 20–22 Feb |
| 9178 | KL Sentral | Butterworth | 7.55 pm | 11.33 pm | 14–16 Feb & 20–22 Feb |
A total of 26,460 additional tickets are offered for this period. Sales of these additional tickets opened on 24 January 2026. With these extra trips, the total number of ETS and EMUPlus services during Chinese New Year increases to a maximum of 56 trips per day.
Hari Raya Aidilfitri
| Train No | Origin | Destination | Departure time | Arrival time | Operating dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9273 | Padang Besar | KL Sentral | 11.05 am | 4.30 pm | 13–29 March |
| 9276 | KL Sentral | Padang Besar | 5.00 pm | 10.20 pm | 13–29 March |
| 9579 | KL Sentral | JB Sentral | 11.00 pm | 3.10 am | 13–29 March |
| 9578 | JB Sentral | KL Sentral | 5.30 pm | 9.40 pm | 13–29 March |
| 9074 | KL Sentral | Ipoh | 10.50 am | 12.50 pm | 16–20 March & 23–29 March |
| 9077 | Ipoh | KL Sentral | 5.25 pm | 7.25 pm | 16–20 March & 23–29 March |
| 9171 | Butterworth | KL Sentral | 6.10 am | 9.48 am | 16–20 March & 23–29 March |
| 9178 | KL Sentral | Butterworth | 7.55 pm | 11.33 pm | 16–20 March & 23–29 March |
A total of 36,540 additional tickets are offered for this period. Sales of these additional tickets will open on 1 March 2026 at 12.00 noon. With these additional trips, the total number of ETS and EMUPlus services during Hari Raya Aidilfitri increases to a maximum of 56 trips per day.
Therefore, the overall total offered to Malaysians for this festive season, comprising EMUPlus and additional ETS services, is 70,200 tickets.
The provision of additional ETS trains reflects the ongoing concern of Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB), with the support of the Ministry of Transport Malaysia, in ensuring that the travel needs of the people are always prioritised. This measure is taken to accommodate increasing passenger demand, while providing more travel options that are comfortable, safe and in line with users’ needs. This initiative is also in line with the Government’s efforts to ensure that rail-based public transport remains accessible, competitive and the preferred choice of Malaysians.
The public is encouraged to plan their journeys early and purchase tickets in advance to enjoy more affordable fares and avoid congestion and last-minute purchases. Passengers are also reminded to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before departure time, as the boarding gates will close five (5) minutes before the train departs. For users’ convenience, the latest information regarding ETS services can be obtained via KTMB’s official social media channels from time to time.
Addition of 4 new ETS3 sets for ETS service operations
With effect from 4 February 2026, Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) will retain the ETS service on the JB Sentral – Butterworth – JB Sentral route, which was previously introduced as an additional service in conjunction with the Thaipusam celebration.
In addition, KTMB will increase the frequency of the JB Sentral – Padang Besar – JB Sentral service in future to 4 trips per day compared with 2 trips per day currently.
The addition of these 4 new 94 Class “ETS3” sets not only increases service frequency, but also provides more options and convenience for passengers. This initiative brings the total number of ETS services to 44 trips per day, compared with 40 trips per day currently, in line with the receipt of four (4) 94 Class “ETS3” train sets.
KTMB remains committed to strengthening operational efficiency and expanding the provision of rail services that are safe, comfortable and reliable for the public. These continuous improvements reflect KTMB’s efforts in supporting national mobility and meeting the growing travel needs of passengers, in line with the aspiration to strengthen rail-based public transport as the people’s preferred choice.
For more information, please visit the official website http://www.ktmb.com.my or contact the KTMB Call Centre on 03-9779 1200.