Ekspres Rakyat Timuran (ERT 7) connects KL Sentral to Tumpat on the East Coast (Jungle Railway), covering 528 km in approximately 8 hours through the Titiwangsa mountains and the unexplored interior of peninsular Malaysia. This scenic single-track diesel service passes through rainforest, providing access to Orang Asli communities and wildlife sanctuaries.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| KL Sentral Kuala Lumpur |
| Start |
| 22:00 |
| 2 | Gemas Station Gemas | 01:30 (+1d) | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Malaysia railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Ekspres Rakyat Timuran (ERT 7) connects KL Sentral to Tumpat on the East Coast (Jungle Railway), covering 528 km in approximately 8 hours through the Titiwangsa mountains and the unexplored interior of peninsular Malaysia. This scenic single-track diesel service passes through rainforest, providing access to Orang Asli communities and wildlife sanctuaries. As a express train, it is a scheduled express service running on a fixed timetable across multiple states or regions.
Ekspres Rakyat Timuran runs on every day of the week, with the timetable above showing the scheduled departure time at each intermediate stop. The full route includes 2 stops with a total scheduled time of 3h 30m, averaging out to approximately 180 minutes between consecutive stations once dwell time is taken into account.
Ekspres Rakyat Timuran offers 2 travel classes: Economy, Business. The lowest published fare is MYR 45 for Economy, while the highest-class fare is MYR 75 for Business. Higher-class fares typically include wider seating, better climate control, and on many long-distance services include meals or refreshments. Travel class fare differences also reflect coach configuration — for example sleeper berths convert to flat beds for overnight travel, while seated coach classes use forward-facing reclining seats arranged 2+2 or 2+1 across the aisle. Check the per-class fare table on this page for the current published price by class.
Tickets for Ekspres Rakyat Timuran are sold by KTM Berhad through the official booking portal at ktmb.com.my. Online booking typically opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on the operator and service type. Booking early gives access to the cheapest advance discount fares which can be 30–80% cheaper than walk-up tickets at the station. Tickets are also available at station booking offices and from authorised travel agents and ticket resellers. Most operators accept payment by credit card, debit card, and digital wallet.
On the day of travel, arrive at the originating station at least 30–45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. This gives time to locate the correct platform (platform number is announced on station information displays 20–60 minutes before departure), find your reserved coach (coach numbers are marked along the platform edge at major stations), and board with your luggage. Always cross-check the platform number against your e-ticket or seat reservation before boarding — multiple trains can depart within a short window from adjacent platforms during peak periods.
This Ekspres Rakyat Timuran page is part of the TrainsTracking Malaysia timetable collection covering passenger rail services across the KTM Berhad network. Schedule data is verified daily against the official operator timetable, and fare information reflects the most recent published tariff. TrainsTracking is an information platform and does not process bookings or payments — all ticket purchases are completed directly through ktmb.com.my. For real-time delay information, platform changes, and same-day cancellations, always check station displays or the official operator app immediately before travel.
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Visit KTM BerhadEkspres Rakyat Timuran departs at 22:00 and arrives at the final destination at 01:30 on the following day. The total scheduled journey time is approximately 3h 30m. Times use the official Malaysia timetable and are local times at each stop. Always verify with KTM Berhad on the day of travel as schedules can change due to engineering work or seasonal adjustments.
Ekspres Rakyat Timuran fares start from approximately MYR 45 for Economy class and go up to MYR 75 for Business. Higher-class fares include wider seating, climate control, and on long-distance services may include meals. Book through ktmb.com.my for the latest published fares and to check current seat availability.
Tickets for Ekspres Rakyat Timuran are sold through ktmb.com.my, the official KTM Berhad booking platform. Online booking opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on operator. Book in advance for the cheapest available fares. Tickets can also be purchased at station booking offices during opening hours, typically 08:00–20:00 daily.
Ekspres Rakyat Timuran makes 2 scheduled stops along its route. The journey starts at KL Sentral and ends at Gemas Station. Major intermediate stops include the stations listed in the timetable above. The full stop sequence with arrival and departure times is shown in the table above.
Ekspres Rakyat Timuran running days are shown in the hero section at the top of this page (badges indicate which days of the week the train operates). Some long-distance services run daily while others operate only on specific days (typically weekday-only or weekend-only). Operating days can change with the annual timetable revision (usually December) so verify current running days with KTM Berhad before booking, particularly for trips planned more than 6 months ahead.
Yes, ktmb.com.my typically accepts international debit and credit cards from major card networks. Some operators require a local phone number for SMS confirmation — check the booking requirements before starting your reservation. Booking platforms display fares in the local currency of the operator.
Ekspres Rakyat Timuran offers 2 travel classes: Economy, Business. Economy or standard classes have reserved numbered seats at the lowest fare. Premium classes (business, first class, sleeper) add wider seats, climate control, and on overnight services berths for lying flat. The fare table on this page lists current published prices for each class.
Platform numbers are not pre-published — they are announced on station information displays between 20 and 60 minutes before scheduled departure. Arrive early at the originating station to check the platform allocation displays. At larger stations, platform numbers can also be viewed on the operator's app. If the train is delayed or rescheduled, the platform may change at short notice — always verify against station displays immediately before boarding.
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