Navigating Bukit Bintang: Your Comprehensive Guide to Public Transportation
Bukit Bintang boasts a well-connected public transport system, making it easy to explore this vibrant district. The seamless integration makes it an ideal base for leisure and business travellers.
Here’s your comprehensive guide to the options available.
Trains in Bukit Bintang
| TRAIN | STATION |
| MRT Kajang Line | MRT Bukit Bintang |
Monorail | Monorail Bukit Bintang |
| Monorail Imbi | |
| Monorail Hang Tuah | |
| LRT Ampang Line | Hang tuah |
MRT (Kajang Line): This line connects Bukit Bintang to various city centre locations and other parts of Kuala Lumpur. Look for the Bukit Bintang station.
Monorail: Offering additional options within Bukit Bintang, this elevated train system has stations at Bukit Bintang, Imbi and Hang Tuah.
LRT (Ampang Line): This line provides links to the suburbs. Look for the Hang Tuah station.
Buses in Bukit Bintang
GoKL City Bus: The Green, Purple, and Blue Lines offer convenient connections within the city center. Look for the Wisma Cosway, The Starhill /Pavilion, or Bukit Bintang stops.
These buses cost RM1 per trip for foreigners and free for registered locals.
| GOKL BUS | BUS STOP |
| GoKL Green (01) | Wisma Cosway, The Starhill / Pavilion Kuala Lumpur |
| GoKL Purple (02) | Wisma Cosway, The Starhill / Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Wisma Boustead, Wisma MPL (Wisma New Asia), Persimpangan Bukit Ceylon |
| GoKL Blue (04) | Wisma Cosway, The Starhill / Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Wisma Boustead |
RapidKL Buses: These buses offer widest coverage across Kuala Lumpur. Fares are charged based on zones. Each zone costs RM0.90. The buses serving Bukit Bintang are: 400, 420, 421, 450, 580 and 590
| RAPIDKL BUS | BUS STOP |
| 400, 420 | Furama, Imbi Monorail, Plaza Imbi, Bukit Bintang Monorail, MRT Bukit Bintang / HSBC, Wisma Boustead, Wisma MPL (Wisma New Asia), Hospital Tung Shin, Hotel Swiss Garden (Opposite) |
| 421, 589 | Furama, Bukit Bintang Monorail, MRT Bukit Bintang / HSBC, Wisma Boustead, Hospital Tung Shin, Hotel Swiss Garden (Opposite) |
| 450, 590 | Furama, Hotel Swiss Garden, Hospital Tung Shin |
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus – City Route: This tourist bus allows you to explore key landmarks at your own pace. Hop off at the Sungei Wang Plaza (Stop 01), Bukit Bintang (Stop 13) or Tengkat Tong Shin (Stop 14) stops.
| Hop On Hop OffCITY ROUTE | Sungei Wang Plaza (01), Bukit Bintang (13), Tengkat Tong Shin (14) |
Additional Tips
Download mobile apps like Moovit or Google Maps for real-time information and journey planning. Consider purchasing a MyCity Travel Pass for convenient travel on buses and trains.
Taxis and ride-hailing services like Grab are readily available for alternative travel options.
The strategic location of Bukit Bintang puts you at the doorstep of Kuala Lumpur’s major attractions. With iconic landmarks just a stone’s throw away, you’re immersing yourself in the heart of the city’s action.
I personally recommend you walk whenever the distance and weather is reasonable. The well designed sidewalks and pedestrian-friendly areas makes strolling through Bukit Bintang a pleasure.
Remember
Always double-check your destination and stop before boarding any bus or train. Be aware of your surroundings and practise safe travel habits.