Top 3 Train Experiences in Malaysia

1.Kota Kinabalu, Sabah: North Borneo Heritage Train

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · 1 day · from $114Our pick

Start at Tanjung Aru Railway Station and ride a vintage North Borneo Heritage Train toward Papar. Expect tropical scenery, lunch, fruit tasting, a town mission, onboard henna, and English-speaking crew. The Vulcan steam locomotive is currently under maintenance, so diesel operation may be used while the historic carriages and full program continue.

“Treinreis geeft een andere kijk op Borneo. Lunchen op de trein is origineel, en de lunch is lekker Wandelen door Papar is snel afgehandeld.”

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2.Penang City & temple Tour with Penang Hill Train Fast Lane Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $83

You’ll tour George Town in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver, then ride Penang Hill’s funicular to 833 meters. The route also includes two Buddhist temples, Little India, the Street of Harmony, Kek Lok Si, and major churches, mosques, and Hindu and Chinese temples. Pickup is available in George Town.

“The tour is advertised with an itinerary that cannot be met due to the time restrictions. I was disappointed because we paid alot of money for this tour and at certain points it was very rushed I don’t recommend this tour”

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3.KLIA Ekspres Airport Train Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $17Best value

Take the KLIA Ekspres from Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 to KL Sentral in about 28 to 33 minutes. You get a mobile ticket, onboard WiFi, frequent departures, and free porter help at the platform. This is a fast airport transfer, not a guided sightseeing tour, and hotel transport is not included.

“Easy to locate at airport, train every 15 minutes, book a return and save 10RM. Train was spacious, no stops, good way to see some of countryside and city. KL sentral can be a bit tricky if looking to use metro, however good info desks, metro is cheap and easy to use.”

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