LRT3 to Bring Major Boost to Klang Valley’s Transit System
The Shah Alam Line, set for September 2025, will serve Klang Valley’s western region with a capacity of 200,000 passengers.
Connecting Klang Valley’s Western Corridor
PETALING JAYA: The new LRT3 line, opening in September 2025, will expand transportation options in western Klang Valley, with a daily capacity of 200,000 passengers.
Route Overview and Capacity Plans
Spanning 37km, the Shah Alam LRT line will connect Kampung Johan Setia in Klang to Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya, moving 6,210 passengers per hour initially, and 7,341 by 2028 as five stations are reinstated.
Infrastructure Enhancements for Commuters
Supporting this line, the government will add seven train sets, 150 electric buses, and two depots, improving first-and-last mile connectivity for commuters.
Updated Cost and Funding Allocations
CEO Azharuddin disclosed that the reinstatement cost is RM4.2 billion, lower than the RM5.3 billion reported, and will cover infrastructure and electric bus acquisitions.
Final Preparations and Future Expansion
With the project almost 96% finished, the Shah Alam LRT is set for regulatory testing in April, with new stations opening by early 2028.
