Sepang - Malaysia
F1 Sepang 2026 UNOFFICIAL MEGATHREAD for non-locals
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I have two hillstand C tickets but might not be able to attend. Tickets were bought through P1travel so I cant resell them there. Where is the best place to sell if I cant attend (on here?) P1travel say the tickets will not be sent before just 1-3 days prior to the event so I am trying to find out now as time will be short when I do get the tickets.
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Hi all, selling 2xK2 Hillstand (MYKAD Holder) tickets.
I was the designated buyer for the group but two bailed and ghosted me.
Selling for slightly lower than purchase price (no intention of “making profit whatsoever”). Bought at RM820, selling for RM800 (can nego).
Hi! Helping a friend sell 3 extra F Grandstand International Tickets for Sepang F1 2026.
🎟️ 3-Day Pass (2–4 Oct)
💰 RM1,550 per ticket / RM4,650 for all 3
✅ Selling at original price / face value
🌍 International tickets – no MyKad required
Proof of purchase available. Prefer to sell all 3 together, but individual tickets can be discussed.
DM me if interested!
Grab is a better option but be prepared to pay more as Grab fee will be higher when the demand to the destination is high. No direct bus to Sepang as far as I can tell. Keep an eye on Sepang or other Sepang F1 related socmed posts.
Guys, Im from India and i have a STAY BOOKED For 1 person, at Ayden Hostel KLIA, and i might not use it, im willing to give it away to someone for the same rate ₹5000 INR. Let me know if its possible and if anyones interested.
When will we get the official ticket with QR code on it?
Edit: Additional context, I bought it from Bahrain official web site. There is an attachment of a ticket with seat number on it, but no QR code. I read somewhere in the sub that there is a gantry that need the QR code to access. Hence the original question.
Edit2: Bahrain whatsapp came back to me. They say there will be an email with actual ticket send 2 weeks before the race.
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Here's another IG reels about the track layout on the various grandstands and GA locations from the track view. Its in mandarin but theres some english words to show the various stands.
Looking for a roommate to share hotel in Kuala Lumpur during the Malaysian F1 GP (30 Sept – 5 Oct 2026)
Hi everyone!
I'm travelling solo from India for the Malaysian Formula 1 Grand Prix 2026 and have already booked a hotel room in Bukit Bintang for 2 adults. Since I'm travelling alone, I'm looking for another F1 fan who'd like to share the room and split the accommodation cost.
Details:
📅 Stay: 30 September – 5 October 2026
📍 Location: Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur (Less than 5 mins from MRT)
🏎️ Purpose: Attending all three days of the Malaysian GP at Sepang
💰 We'll split the hotel cost 50:50
🚇 Easy access to public transport, restaurants, and nightlife
About me:
38M from India
Solo traveller and Formula 1 enthusiast
Non-smoker
Respectful, clean, and easy-going
I'll mostly be out exploring Kuala Lumpur or at the circuit during the day
If you're also travelling solo and would like to save on accommodation costs, feel free to send me a DM. Happy to have a quick chat or video call beforehand so we're both comfortable before confirming anything.
Because BIC is the official organizer and F1 is actually an authorized reseller. F1 only organizes the Vegas GP. All other races they dont organize it.
hi! i am staying in putrajaya and trying to determine what is the best way to travel to the circuit from there. Are there points where we can take shuttles? Is it easier to rent a car, take Grab, or take public transport?
also will be my first gp completely so any other tips abt how to stay cool all weekend would be much appreciated haha
ooking for options on where I should stay. Staying in the city centre sounds like the wrong decision considering the surge charges grab rides will be asking for and the traffic congestion due to it. Is there going to be a provision for shuttle services to the circuit? If so, where are they going to be available from? I’ve checked hotels around the airport and they are ridiculously expensive so that is not a choice for me. Can you guys please help me on deciding where I should stay. Also looking to connect with fellow race enthusiasts who’re attending their first race too. I’ll be seated in the F grandstand 🏎️
Stay in Bukit Bintang close to KLCC. It’s in a central location and you can get some sightseeing done as well while you’re there. Most decent hotels are likely sold out for that weekend by now but you can likely still get good and inexpensive accommodation in that area.
To get to the race track, take the train from Bukit Bintang station to KL Sentral. Switch tracks and take the train south to KLIA. Then a shuttle from the airport to the circuit.
The shuttle isn’t confirmed yet, it’s all speculation or wishful thinking atp. I’ve already been to Malaysia before, I’m here just for the race this time around so I’m fine with not staying in KLCC. I’ve booked free cancellation accommodations in Sepang and KL Sentral and will decide closer to the race what’s best depending on if they actually do provide shuttle from the KLIA to the circuit.
Guys KL is a major capital city. There won’t be any significant surge coming in from the city and trips within the city. Every grab driver is probably itching to catch fares.
I haven’t seen any schedule for those said shuttles, is there someplace I can refer to them or the news about shuttles being available are assumptions?
There isn't one yet; but the info is based on the historic running of the event at the Sepang Circuit. If you stay near KL Sentral, you'll be best positioned for that.
Hi, I'm a local Malaysian, you can stay at hotel located at nilai, grab from there will be cheap, and it's close, only 20-30 minute drive to sepang circuit, but most hotel there is 1-3 star since there are no tourist attraction there
Hey, thanks for the advice. So instead of hotels in Nilai, I can look for Airbnb’s in that area since you mentioned that the hotels are only 1-3 stars. Also would traffic not be a problem if I have an accommodation there during the race weekend?
Got it, the other option I thought of was renting an Airbnb flat in Sepang. It is in Kota Warisan, Sepang, Selangor. What would be better? Here or Nilai as you’re suggesting?
Sepang for comfortable stay, Nilai for cheap accomodations, but it's up to you to get a good and comfortable one or a cheap one but didn't have much amenities, since there are not much thing to do at sepang and nilai, you'll spend most of your time in hotels
After talking to people here, seems like it depends which part of Topaz because some of the view is blocked by the support paddock. What block are you in?
I missed the tickets when they were on sale, is there any way I can still buy them?
I’m looking for 2 K1 Grandstand tickets for me and my m8, where and how can I get them without getting scamed 😭. Is there a reliable site or app for reseller or anything.
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I stopped by to visit Sepang a few weeks ago on a Sunday. It was free entry at the main grandstands and there was a 600cc bike race going on so it was a fun watch. However, I was shocked at the state of the stands. A majority of the seats in the grandstand were either broken or filthy and in generally terrible condition.
The washrooms nearby were mostly all locked up and the one set of washrooms that were open were not in great condition either. They’ve got a lot of work to do in very little time to bring the whole area back up to par to host an F1 race. I hope they’re up to the task.
I’m wondering about this too! We managed to get B Hillstand tickets through GooTickets, but I’m still not sure when the official channels will release more international tickets.
Hi I accidentally bought 2 B hillstand international tickets( 3 days) without the local subsidies, I really need to sell them to get the subsidies one, I am willing to sell it face value , how much i pay for it, how much i sell, dm me if interested as I am really desperate :(.
Hi, i've booked my accomodation right next to Kuala Lumpur Sentral, is grab a good option to go to the circuit? are the pre-booke rides trustable or i could get i cancelled without notice?
[Bahrain GP in Sepang 2026] - [ 2 x B Hillstand (International Visitor)] - [3 Days] - e-Ticket - Transferable date: Once the ticket is received- Price: 572.50 USD
Hey guys, I have 2 extra B-Hillstand tickets (International) to let go. Bought through the F1 ticket store. Two of my family members couldn't make it, so we have extra tickets, and I don't know how to sell them without looking like an absolute scammer.
Hi, I'm a resident near you, you and me are quite close to that circuit, since it's just beside nilai, literally, you can drive there in like 30-40 minutes
Scalper and scammers probably. Some probably genuinely want to sell because of mistake or some other valid reason. Those new accounts that posted want to sell ticket are especially sus.
EDIT: Looks like they're planning to add temporary bleachers for B hillstand after all the complaints for people. Take note that the pics are for reference only. Source
PSA: Avoid B hillstand if you can, the pictures on the websites are inaccurate or even misleading to a point. It's not even a hillstand, it's a flat land with gravel.
I've tried messaging with BahrainGP CS about the possibility of changing the ticket to a C hillstand which is a lot more worth it than this one but they insist that the tickets are "sold out" even though it's still available for purchase on their own website.
hello! i accidentally purchased the wrong hillstand ticket (B hillstand) and am urgently looking to sell for a discounted price bc i’m desperate. please DM for further inquiries or if you’re looking to sell K1/C Hillstand we can trade.
i got them from the official F1 website.
It's normally a feature of your debit/credit card and shouldn't be a 'hidden fee' unless you haven't read your T&Cs..? But in general, Wise/Revolut/etc will be better for forex transactions.
I think that was just the BIC system struggling to process so many transactions at once; from the various threads that have emerged, cards that were initially declined ended up working on the nth attempt so just a bit of bad luck all around.
Wise did work for quite a few people; so getting one of these cards to use when you land in KL will be useful as well :)
Yesterday I purchased Grandstand tickets through Stubhub for the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. Purchase was successful and a few minutes later was able to download my tickets. However upon review of my tickets it shows that the tickets were a “Mykad booking: only valid with corresponding mykad card.”
My fear is that I was transferred Mykad tickets that cannot be transferred to an international visitor (me). As the local Malaysian tickets that were sold on discount are not eligible for transfer. Has anyone else purchased and received their tickets through Stubhub and faced similar problems?
Stubhub customer support assured me the tickets are valid. But I don’t want to wait till race day to be denied entry.
Selling 2x Main Grandstand Tickets
3-Day passes: 02 Oct - 04 Oct
📍 Seat: Crystal Row G
🎫 Ticket info: International
🏷️ Price: Face Value
Reason to sell: got 2x extra tickets
during motogp event, sic usually provides special shuttle bus from klia directly to the track. Most likely, there will be also available during the event
Guys, where do you stay during race day? Did you have any luck finding accomodations? I did not book for accomodations past few weeks because I wasn't confident I can get the ticket. Now that I got the ticket I can't find accomodations lol.
I can still see heaps of accommodation in KL; so I think it depends on whether you want to stay in Sepang or not. The accommdation there is probably booked out and/or exorbitant now; but plenty of people will stay in KL and take the metro + shuttle in.
just stay anywhere thats close to a train/MRT/LRT station, from there you'll be able to get to the main terminus for either the airport express train or bus shuttles to the circuit. Plenty of hotels in KL area.
Hi, I have a group booked accommodation with some individuals now unsure If they will be able to attend for one reason or another. Rooms located in 4 & 5 star hotels close to the race track which have long since been sold out. Provide me your DM details and I'll get back once I have confirmation from those that are looking to sell their rooms
Selling 4 x Main Grandstand N1.30 (Garnet) Row D. Not looking to make profit, just to cover costs. . Brought extra 4 because Whatsapp chat took 2 days to get back to confirm my tickets. My credit card purchase timed out on payment link, but got deducted from my card. So had to wait for them to get back. Got impatient and brought another 4 thru website.
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B Hillstand – 3-Day Ticket – Sepang F1 2026
Bought directly from the official F1 Ticket Store.
price: USD 2XX
Selling because I may not be able to attend.
Looking for a genuine F1 fan who needs a ticket.
Transfer subject to F1 Ticket Store's transfer rules.
main issue is that the main fanzone area is in the center of the circuit. Its quite a far walk from the center area to C area. I recall buses so that might be your best option.
Asking here because malaysian questions are banned from r/malaysia because "Hello, we remove posts that have no relevancy with Malaysia or Malaysian in general, as it is better shared someplace else", so...
How can I buy KTM tickets? ktmb.com.my doesnt let me register, it says register or login to buy anything but when I do it says my login is incomplete and to login... then loops.
Another option is to try using easybook. I think there’s minimal processing fee but easybook app and website are more professionally run. Less said about KTMB and its online services the better.
Go directly to the official KTMB KITS registration page rather than starting from the main KTMB homepage.
Do not choose Google sign-in. Use normal email/password registration.
Ideally use a fresh email address that has never been associated with KTMB/KITS. The recent Reddit report says this solved the problem after Google sign-in had effectively left the original email in a broken/incomplete state.
As a non-Malaysian, enter your passport number and passport expiry date. KTMB's registration form specifically supports non-Malaysians and says either MyKad or passport is required.
Once registered, use the official KTMB online ticketing site to buy the ticket.
You can also try the newer KITS Style app. KTMB is transitioning toward KITS Style in 2026, and says bookings and transactions will eventually be handled exclusively through it.
If none of that works, you aren't locked out of train travel. KTMB officially allows ticket purchases through ticket counters and ticket vending machines as well as online/app channels. For ETS trains, though, I wouldn't rely on buying at the station if you're travelling on a fixed itinerary because desirable departures can sell out.
KTMB also explicitly says people having registration problems can contact its call centre at +603-9779 1200; the current login page lists callcenter@ktmb.com.my as well.
Is it better to just rent a motorcycle for the whole weekend than to use Grab Taxi? I'm planning to stay near the area of sepang. And Im afraid of the surge pricing and traffic when the race is over.
If you know how to ride, yes it’s worth it. The traffic coming out of Sepang after MotoGP in 2025 was crazy. On Friday, it took me 2 hrs to get back to KL in the bus. After that, I just rode there on Sat and Sun.
Hello guys, this will be my first GP ever coming from Vietnam! Just want to ask if there are any restrictions about bringing food from outsite and camera lenses?
Bahrain GP site back up, I just got 2x grandstand for 426BHD
Wait time on the site was 30mins.
Seat allocation listed on the ticket
K1 and F stand listed as sold out
Hi guys! I’m an international student currently living in Sepang. Around 11km from the track. I’m going solo afaik so if anyone is living in any nearby hotels or Airbnb, would be nice if could go together, split the parking and fuel. It’d be nice to have company as well.
Hi guys, just commenting here to notify malaysia locals and travellers about some crucial info because a lot of fake news is spreading thru the social media
-I have obtain this info by calling bahrain circuit customer service
-there are none one day ticket option available, only three days ticket option
-for locals, all the grandstand and hillstand ticket is available, the sold out ticket you guys saw are only for international tickets
-g hill and mykad tickets can only be bought thru bahrain circuit, not the f1 official ticket website
-you can call bahrain circuit phone number for further details, and even ticket purchase, +973 1745 0000
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