MRT Pasar Seni Station

Heritage Gateway in Central Kuala Lumpur

MRT Pasar Seni Station Entrance A (Pintu A)

Pasar Seni Station

Pasar Seni Station sits at the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s heritage district, directly serving Central Market and Petaling Street (Chinatown). As an interchange between the MRT Kajang Line and the LRT Kelana Jaya Line, it is one of the city’s busiest transit hubs, linking modern rail with historic streets. The station’s location makes it a gateway to cultural landmarks, traditional food stalls, and creative spaces like REXKL, offering travelers both convenience and a taste of KL’s historic core.

🚉 Connectivity

From Pasar Seni, you can reach key interchange and connecting stations across the Klang Valley:

Kwasa Damansara — 11 stations away; interchange to MRT Putrajaya Line.
Muzium Negara — 1 stop away; connecting station to LRT Kelana Jaya Line, Monorail, KLIA Transit, KLIA Ekspres, KTM Komuter.
Pasar Seni — interchange to LRT Kelana Jaya Line.
Merdeka — 1 stop away; interchange to LRT Ampang / Sri Petaling Line (Plaza Rakyat).
Bukit Bintang — 2 stops away; connecting station to Monorail Line Bukit Bintang.
Tun Razak Exchange (TRX) — 3 stops away; interchange to MRT Putrajaya Line.
Maluri — 3 stations away; interchange to LRT Ampang Line.
Kajang — 17 stations away; connecting station to KTM Komuter Seremban Line (Batu to Tampin).

MRT Pasar Seni Station Location Map.

Nearby Attractions

Central Market (Pasar Seni): A cultural landmark offering local crafts, souvenirs, and performances.
POS Malaysia Headquarters: Iconic building representing Malaysia’s postal heritage.
Sultan Abdul Samad Building: Moorish-style architecture, recently restored, facing Dataran Merdeka.
Dataran Merdeka (Merdeka Square): Historic site of Malaysia’s independence declaration.
Petaling Street (Chinatown): Bustling shopping street filled with food stalls, market vendors, and cultural charm.
REXKL: A creative hub housed in a repurposed cinema, blending heritage with modern art and dining.

Kwai Chai Hong: Restored heritage lane with murals, a few minutes’ walk behind Petaling Street.
Convenience Note: Expect heavy foot traffic during peak hours, especially with tourists and office commuters converging here.

Klang Valley Integrated Transit Map.

Station Operating Hours

Station Open: 6:00 (daily)

Station Close: 00:00 (Monday to Saturday)

Station Close: 23:30 (Sunday & Public Holiday)

Station Operating Hours.

Single Trip Fares from MRT Pasar Seni Station (RM)

(RM1 = ~USD0.24)

Station Cash Cashless

Kwasa Damansara 4.00 3.50

Kwasa Sentral 3.80 3.30

Kota Damansara 4.00 3.50

Surian 3.70 3.20

Mutiara Damansara 3.80 3.30

Bandar Utama 3.50 3.10

Taman Tun Dr Ismail 3.10 2.70

Phileo Damansara 3.10 2.70

Pusat Bandar Damansara 2.30 2.00

Semantan 1.70 1.50

Muzium Negara 1.20 1.10

Pasar Seni 0.80 0.80

Merdeka 1.00 1.00

Bukit Bintang 1.40 1.30

Tun Razak Exchange 1.80 1.60

Cochrane 2.00 1.80

Maluri 2.20 2.00

Taman Pertama 2.70 2.40

Taman Midah 3.00 2.60

Taman Mutiara 3.10 2.70

Taman Connaught 3.40 3.00

Taman Suntex 3.90 3.40

Sri Raya 3.70 3.20

Bandar Tun Hussein Onn 4.00 3.50

Batu 11 Cheras 4.10 3.60

Bukit Dukung 3.70 3.30

Sungai Jernih 4.20 3.70

Stadium Kajang 4.30 3.80

Kajang 3.60 3.20

MRT Pasar Seni Station.

Lifestyle Significance

Heritage Gateway: MRT Pasar Seni places visitors within walking distance of KL’s most iconic cultural and historic sites.
Transit Convenience: Seamless interchange between MRT and LRT lines, plus quick access to KL Sentral.
Urban Pulse: Surrounded by markets, heritage buildings, and creative spaces, making it a vibrant hub for both locals and tourists.

MRT Pasar Seni Station.

Atmosphere

Bustling Flow: Daily crowds of commuters, tourists, and shoppers.
Cultural Energy: A mix of heritage exploration and modern urban life.
Visual Landmarks: The station sits at the threshold of Chinatown, with Merdeka 118 visible in the near distance.

MRT Pasar Seni Station.

Reflection

MRT Pasar Seni is more than a transit station — it’s a gateway to Kuala Lumpur’s heritage quarter. With Central Market, Petaling Street, and Dataran Merdeka just steps away, and KL Sentral only one stop away, this station connects the city’s past with its modern transit future.

MRT Station to LRT Pasar Seni Station:

~3 min

Follow the signs to Pasar Seni LRT.