
Deputy communications minister Teo Nie Ching has described her experience on the new Johor Bahru–Kuala Lumpur ETS rail service as very satisfying.
The Kulai MP boarded the train at the Kulai station at 4.40pm and reached the KL Sentral station at 8.50pm.
“It was raining heavily. If I had driven from Kulai, it would probably have taken five to six hours. With the ETS, the trip took only three to four hours and was comfortable,” she told reporters.
Teo said features such as power sockets, a café, comfortable seating, and a pleasant cabin temperature made the long journey smooth for all passengers.
“I suggest passengers bring a jacket because it is cold. Other than that, it is comfortable and reliable,” she said.
She also said the service has the potential to boost tourism, especially for Visit Malaysia 2026, and helps the local…