Kuala Lumpur trip

[yobyella]

Is the hotel really linked to Lalaport?

Not too sure cos we went opp Berjaya Square. Tink lalaport beside Furama

 

[artemov]

Quick question before I go to KL.

What is the public transport stored value card (for LRT, MRT, monorail etc) to use currently?
Does youtrip card work?

Thanks.

 

[Andrew833]

Quick question before I go to KL.

What is the public transport stored value card (for LRT, MRT, monorail etc) to use currently?
Does youtrip card work?

Thanks.

I only take 1 trip, so use coin/note to buy ticket from the machine.

 

[artemov]

I only take 1 trip, so use coin/note to buy ticket from the machine.

Unfortunately I have 4 days and will be traveling around by public transport mostly, so some kind of stored value card would probably make more sense.

 

[Andrew833]

Unfortunately I have 4 days and will be traveling around by public transport mostly, so some kind of stored value card would probably make more sense.

I mostly use grab, very convenient

 

[Habrosus]

Unfortunately I have 4 days and will be traveling around by public transport mostly, so some kind of stored value card would probably make more sense.

I've the impression that Touch n Go is the one to use for public transport there, unless they've limitations...

https://www.touchngo.com.my/consumer/transit/trains/
https://www.touchngo.com.my/consumer/transit/buses/
Credit/debit cards probably not implemented yet...?
https://soyacincau.com/2023/03/20/a...ment, the KLIA,station using the TNG eWallet.

 

[artemov]

I've the impression that Touch n Go is the one to use for public transport there, unless they've limitations...

I heard/read that TnG card is impossible to get, not sure if it is still true ... then there is this myrapid card or something ... quite confusing.

 

[Andrew833]

Unfortunately I have 4 days and will be traveling around by public transport mostly, so some kind of stored value card would probably make more sense.

Travel tips for taking KL Public Transport:

- For your convenience buy the Touch 'n Go or MyRapid card (Stored Value smartcard) at a Train Station Ticket Office
- Stored Value smart cards are a really good deal if you plan to stay for more than 2-3 days in KL
- These Smart Cards save the time of purchasing new tickets every time you go on the rails or bus and offer a 20% discount on fares
- If you choose, then purchase the "Touch n Go" Card as it is accepted for fares payment on all modes of transportation in KL.
- If planning to purchase single trip tickets then carry cash with small change (coins) for ticket purchase
- Beware of Pickpockets while traveling on Public Transport in KL, especially during heavy crowd time

 

[Habrosus]

I heard/read that TnG card is impossible to get, not sure if it is still true ... then there is this myrapid card or something ... quite confusing.

myrapid card is their stored value card.

TnG card isn't impossible to get, just not that easy unless you want to pay more from people selling online. Depends how much you want to get it.

 

[Andrew833]

myrapid card is their stored value card.

TnG card isn't impossible to get, just not that easy unless you want to pay more from people selling online. Depends how much you want to get it.

I think myrapid card only use in KL and Penang, TnG card better, can use in JB too.
TnG card buy online slightly expensive.

 

[Habrosus]

I think myrapid card only use in KL and Penang, TnG card better, can use in JB too.
TnG card buy online slightly expensive.

Those people make the effort to acquire those cards in order to earn some $...

I personally rather pay more to get on with life, instead of having to spend precious time doing the hunting.

 

[Habrosus]

Some info:

https://www.hipfig.com/kuala-lumpur/kuala-lumpur-public-transportation
https://myrapid.com.my/resources/faqs/
Some TVMs do accept card payments when purchasing tix.

 

[vaxvms]

actually tng nfc card is easier to get than when it first implement

 

[SongManKranji]

Hi folks will be gg to KL again soon. anyone been to the IOI mall. I heard for expired card need go TNG HQ in KL to activate.

 

[vaxvms]

Hi folks will be gg to KL again soon. anyone been to the IOI mall. I heard for expired card need go TNG HQ in KL to activate.

imo forget abt the hassle and time unless u have a lot of credits (>rm50) inside

 

[mrdeeds]

Just came back from KL. As @Andrew833 indicated, tng card can be used for all forms of transportation in KL which was what I did. My tng card is the old one without the newer features but bcos link to my tng account so can continue using even if never used for >1 yr. Only thing is cannot use card for payment at shops, stores. Have to use tng app instead for payment

 

[kurt_629]

actually for expired TnG card, just write in to request for the fund to transfer to your app or the other card.

i done it before, right after the end of pandemic..
of course, took around 4 months that long..

got to keep writing and reminding them..

 

[vaxvms]

thats why i say if credit few dollars inside just treat it as donation loh

 

[swordspirit]

How long does it normally takes to clear custom and collect bags at KLIA2 before noon?

 

[magna_strike]

How long does it normally takes to clear custom and collect bags at KLIA2 before noon?

Mine was evening time when I reached KL around 9plus. It's pretty quick when u use e gates.