KLIA to KL Sentral: Take KLIA Ekspres if you want travel between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and KL Sentral. Choose KLIA Transit if you want stops while travelling between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and KL Sentral. Choose Grab if you want door-to-door travel between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and KL Sentral.
In short
- KLIA Ekspres: You can take KLIA Ekspres from KLIA T1 to KL Sentral in 28 minutes.
- KLIA Transit: You can take KLIA Transit from KLIA T1 to KL Sentral in 35 minutes.
- Grab: Grab takes you from Kuala Lumpur city centre to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in 50 minutes.
- Late night: The last all-stations KLIA Ekspres runs from KLIA T1 at 01:05.
At a glance
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01KLIA Ekspres is the fastest trainChoose KLIA Ekspres if you want a direct train between the airport and KL Sentral.- 02KLIA Transit stops along the wayChoose KLIA Transit if you want to stop at stations along the way between KLIA and KL Sentral.
03Grab goes door to doorChoose Grab if you want a car to pick you up and take you directly to your destination.
04KL Sentral connects you onwardChoose rail from KL Sentral if you want to go next to KLCC, Bukit Bintang or Chinatown.
KLIA Ekspres is the fastest train
Choose KLIA Ekspres if you want a direct train between the airport and KL Sentral.
Fares
| Passenger | Single | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | RM55 | RM100 |
| Child | RM25 | RM45 |
Children travel free below 6 years old on KLIA Ekspres. With KLIA Ekspres, you get 10% off online.
Senior and disabled passengers can get a special fare on written request from KLIA Ekspres. On KLIA Ekspres, 6-15-year-olds can buy at the counter without an adult ticket.
Journey times and trains
| Route | Journey time | First train | Last regular train | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL Sentral to KLIA Terminal 1 | 28 minutes | 05:00 | midnight (00:00) | every 20 minutes |
| KLIA Terminal 1 to KL Sentral | 28 minutes | 05:00 | 00:05 | |
| KLIA Terminal 2 to KL Sentral | 33 minutes | 04:55 | midnight (00:00) |
Late at night, KLIA Ekspres runs an all-stations service from 23:00. KLIA Ekspres takes 3 minutes from KLIA Terminal 1 to KLIA Terminal 2.
The KLIA Ekspres route from KL International Airport to KL Sentral is 57 km long. KLIA Ekspres has a 160 km/h top operating speed.
KLIA Ekspres makes a 2-minute stop at KLIA Terminal 1. The last KLIA Ekspres all-stations train from KLIA Terminal 2 leaves at 01:00.
The last KLIA Ekspres all-stations train from KLIA Terminal 1 leaves at 01:05.
Buying a ticket
| Station | Counter |
|---|---|
| KL Sentral | the concourse |
| KLIA Terminal 1 | the train platform on Level 1; the domestic and international arrival halls |
| KLIA Terminal 2 | Gateway@klia2 |
The KLIA Ekspres ticket counter in the concourse at KL Sentral is open 06:00 to 23:00. The KLIA Ekspres ticket counter on the train platform at KLIA Terminal 1 is open 06:00 to 23:00.
Paying
| Payment | Detail |
|---|---|
| Currency | cashless Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) payments |
| Card balance | RM20 minimum Touch ’n Go balance |
| Contactless cards at the gates | AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa and UnionPay |
Ticket rules
An online KLIA Ekspres ticket is valid for 1 month from selected travel date. A KLIA Ekspres ticket gives you 90 minutes from entry to exit.
KLIA Ekspres tickets between KLIA Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 and KL Sentral are usable in either direction. KLIA Ekspres and KLIA Transit tickets are not interchangeable.
Luggage and access
KLIA Ekspres trains have ample luggage space. KLIA Ekspres trains are wheelchair friendly.
On KLIA Ekspres, you can bring 3 pieces per passenger. On KLIA Ekspres, the weight limit is 30 kg per bag.
On KLIA Ekspres, the rule is: only foldable bicycles allowed. KLIA Ekspres offers a free porter service.
Best for: Travellers heading to KL Sentral who prefer a direct airport train.
KLIA Transit stops along the way
Choose KLIA Transit if you want to stop at stations along the way between KLIA and KL Sentral.
Fares
| Passenger | Single | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | RM55 | RM100 |
| Child | RM25 | RM45 |
Children travel free below 6 years old on KLIA Transit. On KLIA Transit, you get 3 free child tickets per adult.
With KLIA Transit, you get 10% off online.
Journey times and trains
| Route | Journey time | First train | Last train | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL Sentral to KLIA Terminal 1 | 35 minutes | 05:03 | 00:03 | every 15 minutes (weekday peak hours); every 30 minutes (weekday off-peak hours and weekends) |
| KLIA Terminal 1 to KL Sentral | 35 minutes | 05:22 | 00:34 | |
| KLIA Terminal 2 to KL Sentral | 39 minutes | 05:18 | 00:30 |
KLIA Transit trains from KL Sentral to KLIA Terminal 2 run from 05:03 (first) to 00:03 (last).
KLIA Transit calls at 3 intermediate stations between KL International Airport and KL Sentral. KLIA Transit stops at all stations.
KLIA Transit takes 3 minutes from KLIA Terminal 1 to KLIA Terminal 2. KLIA Transit makes a 2-minute stop at KLIA Terminal 1.
Tickets and access
A KLIA Transit ticket gives you 90 minutes from entry to exit. An online KLIA Transit ticket is valid for 1 month from selected travel date.
KLIA Transit trains have overhead racks and handrails. KLIA Transit trains are stroller and wheelchair accessible.
A KLIA Transit standard Single Trip ticket is not reversible. KLIA Transit tickets are non-refundable.
The KLIA Transit ticket counters in the concourse at KL Sentral are open 06:00 to 23:00.
Best for: You, if you want an airport train journey with intermediate stops.
Grab goes door to door
Choose Grab if you want a car to pick you up and take you directly to your destination.
Time and fare
A Grab ride from Kuala Lumpur city centre to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) takes 50 minutes on average. A Grab ride from Kuala Lumpur city centre to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) costs RM65–100 on average.
A Grab ride from Kuala Lumpur city centre to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) covers 55 km. Grab takes cash or cashless payment.
Car sizes and bags
| Grab option | Seats |
|---|---|
| JustGrab | up to 4 passengers |
| GrabCar Plus | up to 4 passengers |
| GrabCar 6-seater | up to 6 passengers |
| GrabCar Premium | up to 4 passengers |
| GrabCar Exec | up to 4 passengers |
Pick-up points
| Grab | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pick-up points | Level 1 (Door 1); Level 1 (Door 3); Level 1 (Door 4) |
| EV pick-up | Level 3 (Door 4) |
| JustGrab fare | upfront fixed fare |
| GrabTaxi | price known before booking except GrabTaxi |
| JustGrab luggage | 2 check-in bags |
Best for: Travellers who prefer door-to-door rides with their bags.
KL Sentral connects you onward
Choose rail from KL Sentral if you want to go next to KLCC, Bukit Bintang or Chinatown.
Rail links at KL Sentral
From KLIA Ekspres Arrival Hall in KL Sentral, Muzium Negara MRT Station is about 5 minutes on foot. At KL Sentral, walk to Kelana Jaya LRT Station in the central concourse.
KL Sentral Station is a major transit hub. From KL Sentral Station, you can continue by LRT/MRT/monorail/taxi/ride-hailing services.
Onward by rail
| From KL Sentral to | Line | Stops | Time (route estimate) |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLCC | Kelana Jaya Line | 5 stops | about 24 minutes (route estimate) |
| Bukit Bintang | KL Monorail Line | 5 stops | about 25 minutes (route estimate) |
| Pasar Seni (Chinatown) | Kelana Jaya Line | 1 stop | about 15 minutes (route estimate) |
Best for: Rail from KL Sentral to KLCC, Bukit Bintang or Chinatown.
Fares and times checked November 2026.
Walking and transit times are route estimates from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors) and data.gov.my GTFS (CC BY 4.0).