Padang Besar KTM Railway Station
About The Station
The Padang Besar KTM Railway Station is a KTM train station located at and
named after the town of Padang Besar, Perlis. It is the northern-most
station of the north south line, connecting to the State Railway of
Thailand's rail network.
Padang Besar (locals often call it "Padang" and it is often abbreviated as
P.B. It can be translated as "big field" in Bahasa Melayu) is a border town
located in the northern part of Perlis state in Malaysia. It is situated on
the border with Songkhla province, Thailand, 35 kilometers northeast of
Kangar and about 57 km southwest of Hat Yai. The town opposite Padang Besar
in Thailand is also known as Padang Besar, although locals here usually
refer to the town as "Pekan Siam" or Siamese town.
The town is a "shopping heaven" and popular destination for Malaysians
because of the duty-free shopping complex in between the border checkpoints
of the two countries. The town attracts several thousand visitors from
Peninsular Malaysia and southern Thailand every weekend and public holiday.
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• Side Platform |
• Ticket Vending Machine |
Accommodations & Hotels
Near Padang Besar KTM Railway Station, travelers can find a variety of
accommodations, from budget-friendly guesthouses to cozy homestays. The area is
ideal for those who want easy access to train connections to Malaysia and
Thailand, local markets, and nearby eateries. Staying close to the station makes
exploring Padang Besar convenient, whether you’re shopping at the border markets
or taking a day trip across the border.
Station Information
| Station Name | Padang Besar KTM Railway Station |
| Address | Padang Besar, Perlis |
| Lines | KTM ETS / KTM Komuter |
| Platforms | 2 Side Platforms |
| Tracks | Tri Tracks |
| Parking | Available |
| Tickets | Ticketing Counters & Vending Machines |
| Enquiry No | 1 300 88 KTMB (5862) / +603 2267 1200 (Overseas) |
| callcenter@ktmb.com.my |
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