1st JB-S’pore RTS Link train arrives at Woodlands North for demo, commuters can’t wait to ride it

First Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link train arrives at Woodlands North Station ahead of end-2026 launch

Singaporeans and Malaysians are a step closer to faster and more seamless cross-border travel, as the first Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link train arrived in Singapore on Wednesday (4 Feb).

Source: Land Transport Authority on Facebook

In a Facebook post published the same day, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced that RTSO Train 01 had reached Woodlands North Station for its scheduled train demonstration.

Describing the arrival as “another major milestone in our journey towards seamless cross-border travel”, LTA said the development marked a key step towards the long-awaited RTS Link, which is expected to significantly ease congestion along the Causeway.

The authority added that final preparations are underway, with the system on track to begin operations by the end of 2026.

5-minute journey between JB and Woodlands

Once operational, the RTS Link will offer a swift five-minute journey between Bukit Chagar in Johor Bahru (JB) and Woodlands North in Singapore.

The rail line is designed to carry up to 10,000 passengers per hour in each direction, helping to reduce congestion at land checkpoints and improve travel reliability for daily commuters.

Source: Land Transport Authority on Facebook

For those who regularly cross the border, this could mean shorter queues, more predictable travel times, and less stress during peak hours.

Photos shared in LTA’s post showed the sleek new train stationed at Woodlands North, with its destination clearly displayed on the LED screen.

Source: Land Transport Authority on Facebook

Netizens eagerly anticipate RTS Link launch

The announcement quickly drew enthusiastic responses from netizens, many of whom expressed excitement about the upcoming service.

Several commenters said they could not wait to travel between Singapore and JB via the RTS Link, while others praised LTA for the project’s “awesome progress”.

Source: Facebook

Source: Facebook

One netizen summed up the sentiment simply with a “waiting” comment accompanied by a heart emoji.

Source: Facebook

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