Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi stated that the Gemas-Johor Bahru Electric Double Tracking Project (PLBEGJB) marked a significant improvement in the country’s rail transportation system, particularly for the southern region.
According to him, the project will complete the Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) Electric Double Tracking Project, which connects Johor Bahru and Padang Besar, Perlis, on Peninsular Malaysia’s west coast.
“This project is part of the infrastructure transformation in Johor. May this service bring a big benefit to the people and the state and make us more competitive and developed,” he posted on his social media.
He added that the Gemas-Johor Bahru electric train service (ETS) began service in Segamat on Saturday, while Labis will open its station in April, followed by Kluang in May and Johor Bahru in September.
“With the double tracks, the journey from KL Sentral to JB Sentral will only take 3 hours and 30 minutes, making it a faster, comfortable and efficient option. The 192-kilometre track crosses Segamat, Kluang, Kulai and Johor Bahru before ending at JB Sentral.
“With a speed of up to 160 km/h, this electric train can make 22 trips a day with 346 seats per train,” he said.
The Gemas-Johor Bahru ETS made its first trip from Segamat Station to Padang Besar at 7.55 am on 15th March 2025.
