‘Super easy to go JB’: TikToker shares sneak peek at new RTS Link

The RTS Link, a high-speed train linking Singapore and Malaysia, is set to inaugurate its operations in the coming year. A TikTok user shared a preview of the train's features, highlighting how the journey to Johor Bahru will be made "super easy." The user, Dexter, showcased several aspects of the train station and cabin in his video, noting that customs clearance will be "ton easier" than before, thanks to multiple counters.

He also marveled at the spaciousness of the train cabin, which he estimated would take just five minutes to reach JB Central. Dexter praised the train station's safety features, such as numerous barriers, and the powerful ceiling fans designed to combat the humid climate. He also commended the advanced luggage scanning technology and the extensive walkways, which were reminiscent of those at Sentosa.

The video further showcased the convenient ticket machines and reminded viewers to download the RTS app to ensure a smoother travel experience. Dexter playfully joked about the size of the information counter, imagining people dancing in front of it. He also drew attention to the "five-star hotel toilets," predicting that they would stay fresh and smell-free amidst the busy station.

The video concluded with Dexter seeking the viewers' opinions on the RTS Link and their willingness to use it for travel between Singapore and Malaysia. The RTS Link promises to drastically reduce the travel time between the two nations, with the end-to-end journey shrinking down to a mere six minutes. The project is expected to provide an essential solution to the existing traffic congestion on the Causeway, which sees approximately 300,000 commuters crossing daily.

Currently, the RTS Link is undergoing its final stages of integration testing. With a capacity to transport around 10,000 passengers in each direction, the train is projected to cost S$3.24 billion, with Malaysia covering 39% of the expenses and Singapore shouldering the remaining 61%. Former Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat emphasized the project's significance, stating that it extends beyond physical infrastructure and aims to foster a better future for both countries.

It seeks to strengthen their longstanding friendship and create mutually beneficial opportunities in various shared areas, ultimately promoting economic growth and mutual benefit.