KUANTAN — A 50 per cent discount on East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) fares for eligible passengers positions the rail service as a new, more affordable transport option particularly for families traveling with children and senior citizens.

Civil servant Fairus Mohd, 42, noted that the discount allows her to bring along her three children-aged between three and seven as well as her 75-year-old mother, Jeriah Abdul Rahman, for a trip to Kuala Lumpur via the ECRL.

She mentioned that her family occasionally travels to the capital for various personal matters and to visit relatives.

“With this discount, I can better manage travel expenses especially when traveling with my children and elderly mother while also avoiding road congestion, particularly during festive seasons and school holidays,” she told Bernama.

According to Fairus, ECRL also offers her children a novel experience, allowing them to enjoy a train journey and take in the scenery along the route.

“In my view, the ticket price is reasonable, and the service is expected to offer comfort while shortening travel time. My family and I are looking forward to trying it out, and I hope there will be plenty of tickets available,” said the Pahang native.