Heavy traffic reported on major highways tonight

2026-03-23 - 14:40

A Malaysian Highway Authority spokesman has reported heavy traffic flow from the north, south and east coast heading towards the federal capital. (Bernama pic) KUALA LUMPUR: Traffic congestion was reported on major highways nationwide as of 8.30pm tonight as more vehicles returned to the city after the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations. A Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) spokesman said the congestion was due to heavy traffic flow from the north, south and east coast heading towards the federal capital. “For the North-South Expressway (PLUS), the most severe congestion was observed on the southbound stretch from Alor Pongsu to North Taiping, covering 18km, due to high traffic volume. “In the southern sector, congestion was reported along a 14km stretch from Ayer Keroh to Simpang Ampat, with delays of up to 40 minutes,” he said. In addition, traffic heading from the south towards Kuala Lumpur was reported to be slow at several locations, including from Bukit Gambir to Jasin and from Pedas Linggi to Senawang. Traffic at the Sungai Besi toll plaza is currently smooth. For motorists travelling from the east coast via the East Coast Expressway (LPT), the LLM spokesman warned that severe congestion was reported along a 25km stretch from the Karak toll plaza to Lintang. Traffic is also moving slowly from Genting Sempah to the Gombak toll plaza en route to the federal capital. The West Coast Expressway (WCE) is also experiencing congestion, particularly around the Hutan Melintang toll plaza towards Sabak Bernam, with traffic moving slowly up to Jalan Persekutuan. LLM has advised motorists to remain patient and exercise caution as traffic is expected to remain heavy until late tonight as people return to work tomorrow.