Indonesia’s Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway (HSR), a transformative project constructed and operated by PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia-China (KCIC), has transported over 10 million passengers since its launch on October 17, 2023, KCIC announced on Thursday.
The achievement reflects Indonesia’s commitment to regional connectivity, supported by collaboration with Chinese firms to drive economic growth.
KCIC also reported that the HSR, a flagship project under the Belt and Road Initiative, has safely operated 29,778 train trips, covering more than 4.63 million kilometers since its inception.
In response to growing travel demand, KCIC has increased train trips from 14 daily at launch to 62, raising seating capacity from 8,400 to over 37,000. The railway recently hit a record of 25,000 passengers in a single day, with peak occupancy rates reaching an impressive 99.64 percent.
To support sustainable, localized operations, Chinese experts have provided comprehensive training to Indonesian staff through theoretical classes, simulation exercises, and hands-on mentorship. So far, 600 Indonesian trainees have completed certification programs, with 263 officially accredited by Indonesia's Ministry of Transportation. Notably, 34 certified drivers are now independently operating high-speed trains under Chinese supervision.
Passenger services have also undergone significant upgrades. Online ticketing and refund options now complement traditional counters, supporting multiple payment methods. Station facilities have been enhanced to streamline boarding and transfers, including improved integration with taxis, light rail, and conventional rail systems.
"Yes, we're just actually going to buy it right now. It's really easy to have a machine for it and you just put in your ID card number and then you can put in. You don't need any cash, so it's really good. And then there are lots of machines and everything is going really great right now," said a local passenger.
"All the facilities are great. The speed, the cleanness and the most important thing for me is such an example of discipline because everything is on schedule and on," said another passenger.
The Jakarta-Bandung HSR connects Indonesia's biggest city Jakarta with Bandung in West Java province, reducing travel time between the two cities from over three hours to just 46 minutes. With a maximum operating speed of 350 km/h, the railway offers a safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly travel option.
Indonesia's Jakarta-Bandung HSR surpasses 10 million passengers since launch
