Malaysians who have been waiting to try out the new LRT3 Shah Alam Line can finally do so, and the best part is, the rides will be free for now.
The new Shah Alam Line will begin passenger service tomorrow, June 29, with free rides offered to everyone until July 31, 2026.
The free ride initiative was announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during the official launch of the LRT line today.
Free rides for about a month
The free ride period is expected to give commuters a chance to familiarise themselves with the new line, especially those living or working around Petaling Jaya, Shah Alam and Klang.
For those who have been relying on cars, e-hailing rides or buses to get around these areas, this is also a good time to test whether the new LRT line can be part of their daily commute.
Connects Bandar Utama to Johan Setia
The Shah Alam Line, also known as LRT3, stretches about 37.8km from Bandar Utama to Johan Setia.
It has 20 stations, including stops such as Kayu Ara, Damansara Idaman, Subang, Glenmarie 2, Stadium Shah Alam, Dato’ Menteri, UiTM Shah Alam, Seksyen 7 Shah Alam, Bandar Baru Klang, Pasar Klang, Sri Andalas, Bandar Bukit Tinggi and Johan Setia.
The line is expected to benefit around two million residents along its corridor.
For commuters who need to switch lines, there are two key interchange points to take note of.
Bandar Utama connects passengers to the MRT Kajang Line, while Glenmarie 2 connects passengers to the LRT Kelana Jaya Line.
This means those travelling from Klang or Shah Alam can now connect more easily to other parts of the Klang Valley without needing to rely fully on road transport.
Feeder buses and Rapid On Demand services available too
To support the new line, feeder bus services will also be available across several routes, helping passengers get to and from the stations more conveniently.
Rapid On-Demand van services are also expected to serve selected zones along the Shah Alam Line corridor.
For those driving to the station, parking facilities are available at several stations, including Kayu Ara, Damansara Idaman, Pasar Besar Klang, Sri Andalas, Bandar Bukit Tinggi and Johan Setia.
A long-awaited line for Klang Valley commuters
The opening of the Shah Alam Line marks a major milestone for public transport users, especially for residents on the western side of the Klang Valley.
With free rides running until July 31, commuters now have about a month to try out the new line and see whether it can help make their daily travel smoother.
So if you have been curious about the new LRT3, this might be your sign to tap in and explore the route.
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