Malaysians returning to their hometown this Raya may enjoy a cheaper or toll-free trip on 30 local highways nationwide on April 30 and May 1.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the toll waivers and discounts are estimated to save motorists RM77.1 million. He added that the highway operators will bear the costs.
“This is the first time after two years of the movement control order (MCO). Malaysians may return to their hometowns to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
“We expect two million vehicles to use the highway daily this festive period and prolonged travelling time. We advise highway customers to abide by the TTA issued.
“Please use the TTA to plan your journeys,” Sabri said.
The free toll provision involves the North-South Expressway under PLUS Malaysia and the East Coast Expressway (LPT) under Anih Berhad and other highways connecting them.
Toll-free travel on the North-South Highway and LPT are on May 7 and 8. Discounts up to 50% are also available on other highways on the same date and time for all vehicle classes.
List of toll-free and discounted highways involved
The followings are the list of highways.
Toll-free highway
- North-South Expressway
- Elite Highway
- Seremban-Port Dickson Highway
- Butterworth-Kulim Highway
- Malaysia-Singapore Second Link
- Penang bridge
- East Coast Expressway Phases 1 and 2
- Kuala Lumpur-Karak Highway
50% discount
- Shah Alam Expressway (Kesas)
- Damansara-Puchong Highway (LDP)
- Cheras-Kajang Highway (GrandSaga)
- Sungai Besi Highway (Besraya)
- New Coastal Expressway (NPE)
- Ampang-KL Elevated Highway (Akleh)
- KL-Putrajaya Expressway (MEX)
- Duta-Ulu Kelang Highway (DUKE).
30% discount
- Flood Water and Tunnel Management Project (SMART)
- Guthrie Corridor Expressway
- KL-Kuala Selangor Highway (Latar)
- Butterworth Outer Ring Road (LLB)
- Kemuning-Shah Alam Highway (LKSA)
- Kajang Ring Road (SILK)
- Sultan Abdul Halim Muad’zam Shah Bridge (JPP2)
- South Klang Valley Expressway (SKVE)
- KL-West Traffic Dispersal Scheme Highway (SPRINT)
- Kajang-Seremban Highway (Lekas)
- New North Klang Straits Bypass (Grand Sepadu)
- Senai-Desaru Expressway (SDE)
- West Coast Expressway (WCE)
Be safe, plan your journey on highways
Don’t forget to prioritise your safety on the road in the midst of Raya mood to go back to their hometown next week. The traffic is estimated to increase from 1.6 million to 2 million motorists from 29 April until 9 May.
We advise you to plan your journey early to avoid traffic congestion. Don’t forget to send your car for inspection to prevent possible car breakdown on the highway. Or you learn how to do it by yourself at home to save money and time! Refer to our previous article to learn more about car maintenance for your guidance.
Drive your car safely, do not rush and speed just to arrive at your destination early. We wish you a splendid Raya celebration with your loved ones.
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