Punggol to Shah Alam by train
Shah Alam lies 323 km (200 mi) north-west of Punggol, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 38 min at the speeds typical of Singapore and Malaysia rail, over roughly 394 km (245 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Punggol | Shah Alam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Singapore | Malaysia |
| Population | 204,150 | 740,750 |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 53 m (174 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Singapore) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Stations on record | Riviera LRT station, Oasis LRT station, Kadaloor LRT station | Shah Alam Komuter station, Alam Megah LRT station, Subang Alam LRT station |
What changes when you arrive in Shah Alam
Crossing from Singapore into Malaysia: money changes from the Dollar to the Ringgit (MYR); the dialling code becomes +60; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Where to book trains from Punggol to Shah Alam
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Staying in Shah Alam
Our booking partner lists 621 places to stay in Shah Alam. Of the 361 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (164), and 6 are five-star. Across 149 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 58,091 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Shah Alam
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Common questions
How far is Shah Alam from Punggol?
323 km (200 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Punggol; by road roughly 394 km (245 mi).
How long does it take to get from Punggol to Shah Alam by train?
About 4 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Punggol and Shah Alam?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Shah Alam?
The Ringgit (MYR).
Where can I stay in Shah Alam?
Our booking partner lists 621 places to stay in Shah Alam, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.