Wangsa Maju LRT station is an elevated rapid transit station on the Kelana Jaya Line of the Kuala Lumpur Light Rail Transit (LRT) system in Malaysia. Operated by Rapid Rail under the Rapid KL brand, the station serves the residential and commercial district of Wangsa Maju in the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur.
Location
The station is situated at Jalan 2/31, Wangsa Maju, adjacent to the Wangsa Maju township centre and near the University of Malaya. It provides access to surrounding neighbourhoods, schools, and retail complexes.
History
Wangsa Maju LRT station opened to the public on 1 June 1999 as part of the first phase of the Kelana Jaya Line, which was among the earliest LRT lines introduced in Kuala Lumpur.
Design and Structure
- Type: Elevated station
- Platforms: Two side platforms serving two tracks
- Levels: Concourse level for ticketing and fare gates; platform level for boarding
- Accessibility: Equipped with lifts, escalators, and tactile paving for persons with reduced mobility
Services
The station is served by all Kelana Jaya Line trains traveling between Gombak and Putra Heights. Trains operate at intervals of 3–7 minutes during peak periods and 7–10 minutes off‑peak. The station is integrated with a bus hub that includes routes operated by Rapid Bus and other local operators, facilitating multimodal transfers.
Facilities
- Ticketing counters and automated ticket vending machines
- Customer service offices
- Restrooms and baby‑changing facilities
- Retail kiosks and vending machines
- Bicycle racks
Connectivity
Wangsa Maju LRT station provides connections to several local bus services, including feeder routes that link the station to nearby residential estates, educational institutions, and commercial areas. It is also within walking distance of major road arteries such as Jalan Duta and the Duta–Ulu Klang Expressway (DUKE).
Operational Aspects
The station is part of the Rapid KL network, which is managed by Prasarana Malaysia Berhad. It adheres to the fare structure and ticketing system used across the Kelana Jaya Line, including the use of Touch 'n Go cards and single‑journey tokens.
Significance
As one of the early stations on the Kelana Jaya Line, Wangsa Maju LRT station has contributed to the development of public transport usage in the northern Kuala Lumpur corridor, reducing reliance on private vehicles and supporting the urbanization of the Wangsa Maju area.
