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In need of a quick getaway?
Exploring Malaysia is always a great choice, with countless sights to see and a surprising number of hidden gems, especially on our beautiful islands. While travelling abroad often means catching a flight or hitting the road, what if we told you there's another way? Imagine hopping on a train that takes you directly to your next destination!
Malaysia &amp; Thailand To Revive Direct Train Service
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If you're planning a trip to Bangkok, you'll be pleased to know that Malaysia and Thailand have recently agreed to revive the direct train service between Bangkok and Butterworth, Penang. This decision was made in principle during the 42nd Joint Conference between Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) and the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) last week. The two parties have agreed to conduct a six-month trial as part of a joint study to explore the proposal.
Previously, the SRT's daily express service between Bangkok and Butterworth was discontinued in 2016, with the route ending at Padang Besar on the Malaysia-Thailand border. This change occurred when KTMB introduced its KTM Komuter Utara service between Padang Besar and Butterworth.
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Currently, without the direct train, passengers must transfer to KTMB trains at Padang Besar to continue their journey to Butterworth and other destinations in Malaysia. The upcoming direct train service, operated by SRT, will connect Bangkok's Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal with Butterworth Station in Penang.
KTMB To Extended Route Of MySawasdee Tourist Train
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If you're planning a holiday, you might be interested in the MySawasdee special charter train service. This service makes fewer stops than regular ETS trains, allowing passengers to save on travel time.
The extended route will take travellers further north to Surat Thani, in addition to the usual stop at Hat Yai station. Currently, MySawasdee operates only on holidays, transporting Malaysians from Kuala Lumpur to the popular Hat Yai destination.
According to SRT, KTMB's train service has been highly successful, often reaching full capacity on every trip. The extension to Surat Thani, a key gateway to several sought-after resort islands, is expected to enhance tourism and drive economic growth.
If you're seeking the schedule, the train service will operate between KL Sentral and Hat Yai on the following dates:
<ul>
<li>31 October - 3 November</li>
<li>29 November - 2 December</li>
<li>6 December - 9 December</li>
<li>13 December - 16 December</li>
<li>23 December - 26 December</li>
</ul>
Passengers will need to disembark at Padang Besar station to clear Malaysian and Thai immigration before reboarding the same train to complete their journey. The train will depart KL Sentral at 10:50 PM (Malaysian time) and arrive in Hat Yai at 8:50 AM (Thai time) the next morning. On the return leg, the train will leave Hat Yai at 10:20 AM (Thai time) and reach KL Sentral at 10:52 PM (Malaysian time) the same day.
To purchase the tickets, they are available on the KTMB Mobile App or on their official <a href="https://online.ktmb.com.my/">website</a>.
Now might be the perfect time to use those saved-up annual leaves and plan a trip to Thailand. If you haven't yet experienced the adventure of taking the train all the way up north for a holiday, it&rsquo;s definitely a journey worth taking.
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments. 
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Get ready for a scenic and nostalgic journey to Thailand.

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Malaysia & Thailand To Resume Direct Train Service From Butterworth To Bangkok

Malaysia & Thailand To Resume Direct Train Service From Butterworth To Bangkok

Get ready for a scenic and nostalgic journey to Thailand.

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