QUOTE(usherken @ Feb 26 2015, 08:33 PM)
The reason why KTM takes so long is cause at some stretch, the train slows down like crazy and sometimes stop for a while due to operational procedures. I believe LRT is a much better solution than KTM. Having said that, it will not impact ppl who use KTM to go to KL as it still is a better option. The LRT will benefit those that works in Shah Alam or Damansara area where previously they have to take the KTM to Sentral before taking the LRT back towards PJ, most likely they can now interchange at 1 of the stations and head directly to PJ.
Peak hour from Klang KTM to/from Bukit Tinggi can take anywhere from 15mins to 30mins actually. So instead of driving and get tired from peak hour rush, can now chillax in the LRT until near home liao.
I also think once these public transportations (MRT and LRT) are done, traffic in KL and surrounding areas will be much better. I personally prefer to use public transport, but forced to drive around due to the inadequacies of the current public transportation systems.
Just the 2 cents from a Klang boy.
Haha yes.. But the ktm is getting btr apparently. When the LRT extension is complete, one can take the ktm to subang n then use the LRT straight to asia jaya, kl sentral, KLCC etc.. I forsee the KJ LRT crowd to be much greater when a lot more ppl use the LRT after the extension is complete, integrate with KTM n BRT..
I understand tht LRT 3 will be integrated with the KJ LRT extension at glenmarie so one can move over to other rail lines in glenmarie.. i don't expect a lot of TOD's in Klang with the LRT although a few might pop up in Shah Alam.. Im thinking Lead/AEON n BBT ONE/tesco being the only ones in klang for now n shah alam will see i city, sec 14, stadium (TTDI Sentralis) n maybe something in glenmarie.