Rapid KL to run 24‑hour trains and buses for Merdeka Eve and National Day crowds

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 21 — Rapid KL has announced that selected rail and bus services will operate 24 hours on Aug 30 and 31 to accommodate public movement during the 2026 National Day celebrations. The extension of operating hours will encompass all rail services, including the Light Rail Transit (LRT), Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), and Kuala Lumpur Monorail.

Trains on several main routes will have increased and adjusted frequencies based on demand and station conditions, with additional trains deployed as needed. The Sunway BRT Line and several bus routes, along with Rapid KL On-Demand (ROD), will also operate continuously, providing alternative travel options for the public during the celebration period.

To support movement to the Putrajaya celebration venue, 103 free shuttle buses (MS01 and MS02) will operate between 2pm on Aug 30 and 4am to 2pm on Aug 31, respectively. Over 5,000 front-line personnel will be deployed in shifts during these two days to manage crowd movement and ensure smooth and safe passenger flow. Rapid KL urges the public to utilize public transportation for their journey to the celebration locations, plan their journeys in advance, ensure sufficient Touch ’n Go card balances, and follow staff instructions, particularly in high-density areas.

Detailed information about Rapid KL’s operations for the 2026 National Day celebrations can be found on their social media platforms or their website, www.myrapid.com.my.