KAI Commuter Prepares for Major Overhaul with Gapeka 2025 Implementation
Jakarta, Indonesia – In a significant move to enhance rail services, KAI Commuter is gearing up for the implementation of the Railway Travel Chart (Gapeka) 2025, set to take effect on February 1, 2025. This ambitious plan aims to improve efficiency, timeliness, and passenger comfort across Indonesia’s commuter rail network.
What is Gapeka 2025?
Table of Contents
- Interview on KAI Commuter’s Gapeka 2025 Implementation
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- Q1: What is Gapeka 2025, and why is it critically important for Indonesia’s rail services?
- Q2: What specific changes can passengers in Greater Jakarta expect under Gapeka 2025?
- Q3: How are other regions outside Jakarta benefiting from Gapeka 2025?
- Q4: what new facilities or stations are being introduced under this plan?
- Q5: What is the ultimate goal of these changes, and how does KAI Commuter plan to achieve it?
- Conclusion
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Gapeka serves as the primary reference for train travel arrangements, ensuring smoother operations and better service delivery. according to Asdo Artriviyanto, President Director of KAI Commuter, the 2025 update will introduce additional trips, particularly in high-traffic areas, to optimize services and reduce congestion during peak hours.
“This step is taken to optimize services and reduce user density, especially during rush hours. Besides being also to increase user accessibility to commuter line services,” Asdo stated in a written release on January 30, 2025.
Key Changes in Greater jakarta
The Greater Jakarta area will see a notable increase in commuter line trips, with the total number rising from 1,048 to 1,063. Specific routes will also benefit from these enhancements:
- Bogor Commuter Line: Trips will increase from 379 to 392.
- Cikarang Commuter Line: An additional 21 trips, bringing the total to 260.
- Rangkasbitung Commuter Line: Trips will rise from 199 to 204.
Speed optimizations are also on the agenda. The Bogor Commuter Line will see its speed increase from 70 km/h to 80 km/h on the Nambo-Depok cross, reducing travel time from 89 to 85 minutes on the Bogor-Jakarta city route. Similarly,the Rangkasbitung-Tanah Abang route will see travel time drop from 107 to 98 minutes.
Regional Enhancements
Beyond Jakarta, other regions will also experience improvements:
- Region 2 Bandung: Four additional Jatiluhur Commuter Line trips and reduced travel times.
- Region 6 Yogyakarta: The Yogya-Purur Commuter Line will increase from 24 to 27 trips, while the Commuter Line Prameks will rise from 8 to 10 trips.
- Region 8 Surabaya: Two new stations, Boharan Station and Kedinding Station, will be added to accommodate passengers.
New Stations and Facilities
In preparation for Gapeka 2025, KAI Commuter has introduced Pondok Rajeg Station, a new stop between Citayam Station and Cibinong Station. This addition aims to improve accessibility and reduce waiting times, which have already been optimized from 162 to 160 minutes.
Summary of Key Changes
| Route/Region | Changes |
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| Greater Jakarta | Total trips increase from 1,048 to 1,063 |
| Bogor Commuter Line | Trips increase from 379 to 392; speed increases to 80 km/h |
| Cikarang Commuter Line | Trips increase by 21,totaling 260 |
| Rangkasbitung Commuter Line | Trips increase from 199 to 204 |
| Region 2 Bandung | 4 additional Jatiluhur Commuter Line trips; shorter travel times |
| Region 6 Yogyakarta | Yogya-Purur trips increase from 24 to 27; Prameks trips increase from 8 to 10 |
| Region 8 Surabaya | New stations: Boharan and Kedinding |
Looking Ahead
KAI commuter’s efforts to enhance rail services are part of a broader strategy to provide affordable and efficient transportation for all. As Asdo emphasized, “This step was taken even from before Gapeka 2025, so that it can be more optimally serving people who need transportation that is affordable for all groups.”
With these changes, KAI Commuter is poised to transform Indonesia’s rail network, offering passengers a more seamless and agreeable travel experience. For more details on the Gapeka 2025 rollout, visit the official KAI website.
Interview on KAI Commuter’s Gapeka 2025 Implementation
Q1: What is Gapeka 2025, and why is it critically important for Indonesia’s rail services?
Asdo Artriviyanto, President Director of KAI Commuter: Gapeka, or the Railway Travel Chart, is the primary reference for train travel arrangements. The Gapeka 2025 update, set to take effect on February 1, 2025, aims to improve efficiency, timeliness, and passenger comfort across indonesia’s commuter rail network. This update is crucial as it introduces additional trips, particularly in high-traffic areas, to optimize services and reduce congestion during peak hours. It’s a step forward in enhancing accessibility and ensuring a smoother travel experiance for our passengers.
Q2: What specific changes can passengers in Greater Jakarta expect under Gapeka 2025?
Asdo Artriviyanto: In the Greater Jakarta area, we’re increasing the total number of commuter line trips from 1,048 to 1,063. As an example, the Bogor Commuter Line will see trips rise from 379 to 392, while the Cikarang Commuter Line will add 21 trips, totaling 260. Additionally, the Rangkasbitung Commuter Line will increase from 199 to 204 trips. We’re also optimizing speeds, such as increasing the Bogor Line’s speed from 70 km/h to 80 km/h on the Nambo-Depok cross, reducing travel time on the Bogor-jakarta city route from 89 to 85 minutes.
Q3: How are other regions outside Jakarta benefiting from Gapeka 2025?
Asdo Artriviyanto: Beyond Jakarta, several regions will see enhancements. In Region 2 Bandung, we’re adding four more Jatiluhur Commuter Line trips and reducing travel times. Region 6 Yogyakarta will witness an increase in Yogya-Purur commuter Line trips from 24 to 27 and Commuter Line Prameks trips from 8 to 10. In Region 8 surabaya, we’re introducing two new stations—Boharan and Kedinding—to better accommodate passengers.
Q4: what new facilities or stations are being introduced under this plan?
Asdo Artriviyanto: We’re excited to introduce Pondok Rajeg Station, a new stop between Citayam Station and Cibinong Station. This addition aims to improve accessibility and reduce waiting times, which we’ve already optimized from 162 to 160 minutes. These new facilities are part of our broader efforts to enhance the passenger experience and make rail travel more convenient.
Q5: What is the ultimate goal of these changes, and how does KAI Commuter plan to achieve it?
Asdo artriviyanto: Our goal is to provide affordable, efficient, and seamless transportation for all Indonesians. These changes are part of a long-term strategy that began even before gapeka 2025. by increasing trips, optimizing speeds, and adding new stations, we’re addressing key pain points like congestion and accessibility. We’re committed to transforming Indonesia’s rail network into one that truly serves the needs of its peopel.
Conclusion
The implementation of Gapeka 2025 marks a significant milestone in KAI Commuter’s efforts to enhance Indonesia’s rail services. With increased trips, optimized speeds, and new facilities, passengers can look forward to a more efficient and comfortable travel experience. These changes underscore KAI Commuter’s commitment to providing affordable and accessible transportation for all Indonesians.For more details, visit the official KAI website.
