Updated by July 2019.
First time to Jakarta? Wondering about Indonesia airport? No idea how to get from Jakarta airport to city without getting scammed? Don’t worry, I will explain (hopefully everything that you need to know). So before we start, you need to know that there are two airports in Jakarta; Soekarno Hatta (CGK), which was the only commercial airport and Halim Perdana Kusuma (HLP), which was an airport that doesn’t have any commercial flights, but since January 2014 it does.
Arriving at Jakarta Airport
If you come to Jakarta from outside Indonesia, you will arrive in Terminal 2 or 3 of Soekarno Hatta Airport (The airport’s IATA code, CGK, originates from Cengkareng, a district northwest of the city, and it is often called Cengkareng Airport by Indonesians, although the airport is administratively located within Tangerang). As many tourists use Air Asia to fly within Indonesia, there is a good chance that you will arrive in the new Terminal 3 (this is the terminal for Air Asia Indonesia domestic flights). The same is true if you fly with Garuda Indonesia, the national airline, which operates domestic and international flights out of Terminal 3. If you take an Indonesian airlines like Sriwijaya Air, Lion Air, or Xpress Air you will arrive in Terminal 1 or Terminal 2.
Jakarta Airport is very big, and it got a shiny new Terminal 3 in 2016, but it is nevertheless very crowded. After passing through immigration and collecting all of your luggage, you will exit the terminal. Chances are people touts will notice that you are a tourist because of your bags.
Getting from Jakarta Airport to the City
There are a lot of different ways that you can get from the airport to Jakarta. The easiest and most convenient is arranging a Jakarta car rental (which I can help arrange). There’s a full list of other transport options below.
Word of Warning
Jakarta traffic is bad. Whatever form of transport you’re taking expect to spend time stuck in a traffic jam. My record was 3.5 hours stuck in a taxi. I expect to spend at least 90 minutes stuck in the traffic (to be safe give yourself at least 90 minutes, preferably 2 hours) for the ride from Jakarta to the airport. If you’re transiting through Jakarta or spending only one night in the city I’d recommend choosing a hotel near Jakarta Airport. The best budget hotel near Jakarta airport is Ibis Budget Jakarta. For mid-range I recommend Jakarta Airport Hotel. It was recently refurbished, such a good thing, and is at Terminal 2 (just wakeup and get on your flight). The only luxury hotel near the airport is Bandara International Hotel managed by AccorHotels. For a single traveller you should check the Digital Airport Hotel, it is located in Terminal 3 Ultimate and it is a capsule hotel. They have the option for 6 hours rental, which is a great offer for a traveller who are looking to have a sort rest before or after a flight.
One other thing… I can almost guarantee that the unofficial taxi driver or tout will say “do you want to go to Jalan Jaksa?” This is because they already have the mindset that most foreign travellers are backpackers that will be heading to Jaksa. Whatever they say, just be polite, smile a bit and ignore them. They will follow you and try their best to get you to come with them, but what ever they say, don’t trust them.
Catching the Train
The government of Jakarta has recently completed the process of building a high speed rail link from the airport to the centre of the city. The airport train opened in December 2017 and has proved a hit with locals and tourists alike so far. The train will stop at Soekarno-Hatta, Batuceper (BPR) , Sudirman Baru/Stasiun BNI City (BNC), and Bekasi stations. Later on they probably add Duri and Manggarai. Be aware that, while trains run for most of the day, they are not 24-hour.
From Soekarno-Hatta Airport (BST) the first train is at 06:20 am, and the last one is at 11:20 pm. From Sudirman Baru (BNI), the first train departs at 3:21 am, and the last one at 10:51 pm. It takes around an hour to ride from Sudirman Baru/Stasiun BNI City (BNC) to the airport. Tickets cost Rp70,000 (airport to Sudirman Baru; price/person one way) and can be bought at the station or via the Railink App, or online here.
For a comparison, from Sudirman Baru to the airport, if you are taking a taxi, the journey will take around 1,5 hour (moderate traffic), with cost around Rp 150,000.
If any of you are planning to go to Bekasi. The schedule options is not as much as the one to Sudirman Baru. The ticket is Rp 100,000 per person (one way)
Train from Jakarta airport (BST) to Bekasi (BKS)
a. 07:50 am (BST) – 08:02 (BPR) – 08:36 (BNC) – 09:20 (arrival in BKS)
b. 08.50 am (BST) – 09:02 (BPR) – 09.:36 (BNC) – 10:15 (BKS)
c. 10:50 am (BST) – 11:02 (BPR) – 11:36 (BNC) – 12:10 (BKS)
d. 11:50 am (BST) – 12:02 (BPR) – 12:36 (BNC) – 13:15 (BKS)
Train schedule from Bekasi (BKS) to Jakarta airport (Soekarno Hatta/BST)
a. 10:05 am (BKS) – 10:47 (BNC) – 11:24 (BPR) – 11:37 (arrival in BST)
b. 11:10 am (BKS) – 11:47 (BNC) – 12:24 (BPR) – 12:37 (BST)
c. 01:13 pm (BKS) – 13:47 (BNC) – 14:24 (BPR) – 14:37 (BST)
d. 02:11 pm (BKS) – 14:47 (BNC) – 15:24 (BPR) – 15:37 (BST)
Catching a Taxi to the City
I’ll write this on the assumption that you want to go to Jaksa, which is in central Jakarta ;), which is a 90 minute journey. With this in mind, here are two options I would recommend to get from Soekarno Hatta Aiport to Jakarta. The first option is to go by taxi, which will cost you around Rp. 150,000 – Rp. 200,000 (Taxi argometer starts at Rp. 7,500). I would suggest take a Blue Bird (blue color), Express (white color), Taxiku (yellow color) or Gamya Taxi (green color), as they are the most trusted taxi companies. Everyone knows this, so you will probably have to queue. You can easily spot the taxi counter outside the airport building. By the way, if you are a group of 4, I would suggest splitting the cost of a taxi rather than taking a bus.
Airport bus – Damri new tariff
Catching a Bus to the City
The other option you have, which is the cheapest option is to use the Damri bus, which will cost Rp40,000 (please see picture at the end of the article). I think the last Damri bus to Jakarta is around 00:30 am. You want to take the one that going to Gambir (Gambir is a train station). The first bus from Gambir to the airport is at 3:00 am (3am-9pm; every 30 minutes or 1 hour).
It’s easy to find the Damri ticketing station in each of the airport terminals. Simply tell them that you want a ticket to Gambir and then wait. Usually they will yell “Gambir… Gambir…” when your bus is coming, but just be sure to keep on eye on every Damri bus that comes. The sign of the destination is on the front of the bus, either on the top middle or bottom left side of the front big window. From Gambir, you can walk to Jaksa (it is not far at all!) or you can get an ojek (motorbike taxi) for $2-3.
| From | Destination | Price | USD |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Kemayoran | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Mangga Dua | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Blok M | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Kampung Rambutan | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Rawamangun | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Gambir | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Pasar Minggu | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Tanjung Priok | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Lebak Bulus | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Halim Perdanakusuma (HLP) | Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Halim Perdanakusuma (HLP) | Bogor | 40,000 | 2.6 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Bekasi | 45,000 | 3 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Harapan Indah | 50,000 | 3.3 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Cikarang | 50,000 | 3.3 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Grand Wisata Bekasi | 55,000 | 3.7 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Bogor | 55,000 | 3.7 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Serang | 60,000 | 4 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Bekasi (Royal Class) | 60,000 | 4 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Karawang | 65,000 | 4.3 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Purwakarta | 65,000 | 4.3 |
| Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) | Bogor (Royal Class) | 75,000 | 5 |
| *using exchange rate 1 usd = 15,000 idr |
Additional info:
– There is a shuttle bus between terminal and it is free (yellow bus)
– There is also a sky-train between terminal
– There is a luggage storage area at the airport. At terminal 3 Ultimate, it is located at the very end (from the arrival). The name is .Box and the rates is per kg: 0-10kg (small): IDR 50,000 / day. There are should also be in other terminals.
Final Thoughts
Arriving in a new city can be so stressful. I hope this guide gives you the information you needed to know to get from Jakarta Airport to the city (if I missed anything leave me a note in the comments below and I’ll update the post). There’s some more articles below about Jakarta you might find useful.
Need inspiration where to go after stopping for a while in Jakarta? Check these options:
- 10 Unbeatable Hotels (For Any Budget) Near Jakarta Airport
- 17 Things to do in Jakarta for an Unforgettable Holiday
- 12 Best Bars in Jakarta for an Unforgettable Night Out
- The Ultimate Guide to Jakarta Nightlife
- My top 5 (Office) Cafes in Jakarta
- 15 Luxurious 5 Star Hotels in Jakarta from $138
- 6 Jakarta Tour Ideas to Keep you Entertained
That should keep you busy. Hope you enjoy your time in the city. And if you need more information about Indonesia just use the search box or pick the topic from the menu at the top (we’ve got hundreds of useful articles about the country). Enjoy your time in Indonesia.
If you decide to stay around the airport and need hotel recommendations, please check this article for best hotels around Jakarta’s airport.
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Have you ever been to Jakarta’s airport and to the city? What was your experience?
Tomorrow will be my first time arriving in Jakarta alone and I shall go for this Damri adventure! Secretly, of course. My mother would flip if she knows. Thanks for the “tutorial”! Wish me all the best! I speak somewhat lancer bahasa Indo so shouldn’t be a problem… right?
Hi Angelica,
Sorry for taking a while to reply! Yes, should be fine! So how was your Damri experience? 😀
Believe it or not, I just got to read your reply now! Well, it’s been months but I’ll never forget my virgin Damri experience which was only possible because of your helpful guide 🙂 It was easy to find the Damri station although it was quite a walk away and I had to reject hundreds of touting taxi/pickup services along the way. I took the Damri to Gambir station and took a taxi to my exact destination from there. The taxi driver did try to cheat me, but I told them I know it doesn’t cost Rp.100,000 to get to Kuningan from Gambir. Overall, I didn’t really have much of a problem since I speak Bahasa Indo 🙂 Once again, thank you Firsta!
hello there will be going soon to jakarta ..first time there
plan to catch the damri us to Gambir
thanks ..do help me out ..i would like to stay along the bars and night club @ reasonable price thanks
Hi Sly, I am glad you found this post useful. You should check this post for a tiny bit view of Jakarta nightlife: http://discoveryourindonesia.com/jakarta-nightlife/
And for where to stay, I personally think that this place is the best one in Jakarta: Six Degrees Hostel. Jalan Cikini Raya 60 B-C, Cikini, Menteng. Good luck!
Hello Firsta
Terima kasih for the reference to Six Degrees. I have booked into there for my visit in January, and it is VERY reassuring that you recommend this place! Their service on email was professional and VERY helpful, so with that and your recommendation I am confident!
Terima kasih!
Brian
My pleasure Brian! Thanks for visiting my blog.
Hi,I would like to visit JKT with my mum and daughter in Dec 2013. I checked with Goldenbird taxi service and was told one-way airport pick up to hotel in Jln Sabang costs RP210,000. I paid Rp 150,000 only last year, is there such an increase? Thanks for replying.
Hi Sury,
In June we had a gasoline price increment, but in my personal opinion it wouldn’t be that high (Rp 60,000 gap). Anyways, if you get taxi by yourself in the Airport, you will probably end up paying around Rp. 150,000,-. You will need to queue though. Just get a good taxi (Blue Bird/Express/Taxiku are my options) 🙂
Thanks for stopping by here.
Just dropping by to enhance people experience. Golden Bird is the most premium version of Blue Bird. That explains the higher price. They come with premium cars as well (normally Benz and high end Toyota). The medium premium is Silver BIrd.
Hi Masgus,
Golden Bird is (yes, what you’ve said is partly correct) a premium and car rental. You can also rent like Innova and Avanza with the Golden Bird service. Silver Bird is basically like an executive taxi (the fancy and more comfortable version of the normal Blue Bird taxi).
Thanks for the info. Flying over to Jakarta on Oct 24 2013. Will take the bus ride instead of taxi to get to see Jakarta closer. 🙂
Hi Luke, Good luck on your first attempt to get the Damri bus! 😉 Enjoy and have fun in Jakarta!
Hi Firsta,
The Damri bus is simple to take from the airport to Gambir. Just either buy from the counter or on the bus. There will be people shouting out when the buses come in so just listen will do.
I do have a question. How to take from Gambir to Airport? When i alighted at Gambir, it was at the entrance of the Gambir train station. Is the bus stop to airport inside the train station or the place i alighted from?
Hi Luke,
The bus stop in Gambir is not far away from where you got dropped off. It is near the mosque in Gambir train station.
Hi Firsta,
Noted. I will look for it when i am at Gambir Train station. I assume there will be signboards to show where is it right?
As I remember, there is no sign. You can simply ask people: “DAMRI bus”. I am sure you will find it 🙂
Hi Firsta,
I cannot thank u enough for the help rendered. 🙂
Hi Luke,
My pleasure! Thanks for visiting my blog 🙂 Are you joining the Jakarta Marathon?
Hi i am traveling to Jakarta soon and i would like to know how to transfer from Airport to the kemang city. Any reliable transportation?
Hi Sajid,
By taxi or by Damri bus until Blok M and continue with taxi.
Hi Firsta,
Yes. i was at the Jakarta Marathon 42K. N yes i found the damri bus. there is not counter. just go to the bus, board it n pay the cost. 🙂
Hi Firsta,
I’m thinking of heading over to Jakarta this Saturday and I’ll be flying out alone to KL a few days after. I heard that traffic is crazy in Jakarta and that you need to spare a couple of hours just being stuck in traffic. Is that true? If my flight on Monday is at 11am, do you think I need to spare a couple of hours (on top of the 3hrs int. flight check in)? Thank you Firsta 🙂
Hi Kinna!
I am so sorry for the slow respond 🙁 🙁
I hope you made it and get to the airport on time.
Hi Firsta,
Great post! I’m flying to Jakarta on Wednesday and staying in Pasar Baru. Should I take bus to Gambir? If yes, what do I ride to get from Gambir to Pasar Baru? thanks!
Hi Sinjin,
Thanks for visiting my blog! Yes bus to Gambir and get a motorbike taxi (ojek) or a taxi afterwards. Probably cost you around Rp. 15,000-20,000 ($2) for the Ojek from Gambir to Pasar Baru.
hey frista
i m comin to jakarta on the 25 of this month like in 4 days i wanna go to pulo gadung in north jakarta coz i have rented an apartment there is there any damri bus which takes me there .
and also wanna know how is the scene of motorbike rental in indonesia coz i m planning to rent a motorbike while i m there so i can go around
Hi Gaurav,
Sorry for the late reply. I assume that you are already in Jakarta now. I don’t really know about motorbike rental in Jakarta to be honest (I think you can’t really do it). I hope you are having a great time in Jakarta.
Hey Frista, I am planning to go to Jakarta this coming Aug.2023, what is the best and affordable option from CGK international Airport to Thamrin City Center.Our flight will arrive Jakarta at past 11 in the evening.Thanks-Anne
Hi Anne,
You can take taxi (Blue Bird), or order the GoCar/GrabCar via your phone (it is like Uber/online taxi). The airport train / Damri bus is the cheapest option but I think they only operate until 10pm. It shouldn’t be that much different if you are more than 2 people btw. Hope you have a great time in Jakarta!
Hi Firsta
I use to come to lndonesia very often but whenever I come I use to take a taxi which is of course a little bit expensive, therefore now this time I wish I could try the damri bus from the Sukarno hatta international airport to sarinah mall , is it possible ?
Secondly, just I wish to know how do you mantain the baggage, a passenger is he allowed to keep his bag with him in side the bus or not ?
Thanks and regards.
Hi Ali, sorry for the delay. Here are your options:
– Airport Train: Take the airport train (railink.co.id) from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Sudirman Baru (Rp70,000). Book in advance if possible.
– Then you can either continue with (a) Taxi: From Sudirman Baru, take a taxi to Sarinah (short distance below 3km). Or (b) Bus: Take the TransJakarta Bus (Rp3,500) from Dukuh Atas or Tosari station to Sarinah station. You’ll need an e-money card (initial top-up Rp20,000-Rp30,000).
– Damri Bus: Take the Damri bus to Gambir Station. From there, taxi to Sarinah (or long walk 2.1 km).
Hi Firsta,
Great Blog.. Which hotel would you recommend in Central Jakarta that is cheap and family friendly and not too far from the airport? Also where can me and my family go sightseeing in jakarta… its gonna be our fist time this 6dec13.. thank you…
Hi,
The distance between Jakarta’s airport with Central Jakarta probably around 30 km, but the traffic is quite heavy. You can stay around Central Jakarta (around Wahid Hasyim street or Cikini). There are plenty of hotel chains such as Ibis, Fave Hotel, etc. I personally really like Six Degrees Hostel (cheap and great place to stay) in Cikini, you can google and check their website for better view.
TMII (Taman Mini Indonesia Indah) is a cool place to go with family. It is like a miniature of Indonesia.
Hi Frista,
My family and I plan to visit Jkt after 20th Dec. We plan to stay at one of the 3-Star hotel, like Ibis Hotel even though I have aunt living in Cibubur. Our agenda is to visit Tanah Abang Textile Market. There will be 5 or 6 of us. Is there a “Maxi Cab” that can accomodate more than 4 adults? How much does it probably cost to Tanah Abang from the airport. By the way, we’ll be arriving using Jetstar. Which terminal will that be?
Hi Mully,
Yes there is a big car that is also used as a taxi. Word of advise: get it from an official counter in the airport, because there are a lot of random people who offer a personal car as a taxi, but it is actually prohibited and normally costs more than a taxi. Regular taxi costs around $10-14 from Airport to Tanah Abang. Do you stay at Ibis in Wahid Hasyim / Cikini? It is pretty close to Tanah Abang. Oh btw, I think Jetstar arrives in Terminal 2. Have a nice time in Jakarta and thanks for visiting my blog.
Cheers,
Firsta
Thankfully the toll road exists to get the Central Jakarta more easily. I arrived at 5pm on a weekday and got into the city in about an hour, and paid 117k plus tolls.
Cool! Thanks for sharing the info. Sometimes you get crazy traffic at the tolls as well.. :/
makasih banyak ya tuk informasi ni. very helpful indeed. 🙂
Hi Raffi,
My pleasure 🙂
I took Damri bus when I visited Jakarta last week, it was a good experience, it took about 40 minutes from Airport to Gambir Station.
Just a tip for the rest of the readers here. the bus shelter is located at the left most and of the terminal building. so when you come out from the terminal walk all the way to the left. 🙂
Hi Raffi,
Thanks for the additional information. I assume that is the one in Terminal 2 isn’t it?
Hi there,
Please help me out,
Im going to Jakarta tomorrow too, will be heading. To pasar baru, how to get there cheapest
Thank u
Hi Tam,
So sorry for the late reply 🙁 I just read this.
Should be easy with Damri bus to Gambir as well.
Hi,
Thanks for this great post!
I’m flying into CGK late night almost close to midnight so does that mean the Damri service is not available then? I will be staying in the Kuningan area. What options do I have to travel from the airport?
Many thanks, Vivek
Hi Vivek,
Officially, the Damri service is available until 11.30 pm. You can try to go to the Damri’s counter to ask if they are still available when you arrive or get a taxi. Approximately will cost you around $10-14 for the taxi to Kuningan. Hope it helps.
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Hopefully, there will be SHIA train soon hehehehehe
That would be fantastic! No more traffic. Hehe.
Hi,
We’re travelling to indonesia with 5 people this summer, i lived there when i was a child and am now going to be showing my children around :). For the five of us, what would be a good way to get downtown, we’ll problably stay near monas. Any ideas on that? Thank you!
Hi Marlies,
With Damri it will cost you Rp. 30,000 x 5 = Rp. 150,000 (if you are going to stay around Monas then take Damri to Gambir, Monas is walking distance from Gambir). With cab, you are going to need 2 cabs and it will cost around Rp. 130,000 x 2 = Rp. 260,000. There are maxi Taxi thingy, but I am not really sure about their cost. So I guess Damri is the best option. 🙂 Have fun later on in Jakarta!
Regards,
Firsta
Silver Bird has Alphards available at the airport for up to six people – the rate generally works out about 50% more than the equivalent Blue Bird, but it’s still cheaper than two taxis (and a lot more comfortable as well
Hello,
How do I go from CGK airport to Kelapa Gading Mall via MRT? Can you advise which train I need to take and the transfers? I plan to go to the MRT station nearest the mall and then just take taxi from there. Thank you!
Hi Al, there is a train (railink) that goes from Airport to BNI Baru station. BNI Baru Station is quite central, you can easily get a taxi from there to the nearest mall (or just walk) to Grand Indonesia or Plaza Indonesia.
What is the cheapest way to get to Plaza Indonesia from the airport and how much longer does it take than a taxi?
Thanks,
Mitch
Hi Mitch,
It is so difficult to predict about travel time in Jakarta since we can’t predict the traffic. The cheapest way would be get a Damri bus to Gambir. From the station you can get a Taxi/motorbike taxi/Trans Jakarta bus (need to make sure about the route, I think you probably need to change bus 1 time) to Plaza Indonesia. Approximately the cost is between: Rp. 33,500 – Rp. 65,000 to get from the airport to Plaza Indonesia.
Providing the Best Taxi Service
Hi Firsta,
we will visit Jakarta in March and arrive around 10pm at the airport. We would prefer to go by Damri-Bus as it is much cheaper. As you said the buses run to gambir till 11.30pm that would be perfect.
In my travelguide I read that the bus runs only till 7pm…but maybe that is a mistake.
Can you tell me if there is usually a bus after 10pm? Thx.
Hi Beate,
I think it wouldn’t be a problem, I still able to find the bus around 10.30 pm last time. My advice, straight away after landing go to the DAMRI ticket sales counter and ask if the bus is still available / not. I hope it helps!
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hai, firsta.
ok, this my first time i want to going jakarta.
the transport of which is cheap and safe if I want going to bekasi timur.
Omg Ariff, sorry for being super late to reply this one.
Damri bus serve CGK (Soekarno Hatta Aiport) to Bekasi. Just make sure for Bekasi Timur / Bekasi Barat. Have a great journey!
Hi Firsta,
Thanks for helping but i will arrive Jakarta after two days and i need to go from the airport Soekarno Hatta to this address Jl. Baung Kebagusan, Jakarta Selatan, Pasar Minggu.
What is the best transportation and how about the time between the Airport and this area.
Thanks,
Hi Firsta!
In the 11th of May (Sunday) I will arrive at the airport around 11pm with a group of 22 people! We are staying at the Six Degrees hostel. What is the best transportation for us to go there? Thanks a lot!!
Hi Nicky,
11pm is a bit too late for Damri bus and 22 people is not easy to manage, isn’t it? :p Damri bus ticket is Rp. 30,000 / person now (From Gambir, you still need to get a taxi from Gambir to Six Degrees hostel). I personally think that taxi is the best option. You can fit in 3-4 people in one taxi. Get Blue bird, Express or Gamya.
Thanks for dropping by and have a great time later on in Indonesia 🙂
Thanks for this very informative blog. I will arrive in Jakarta by the 2nd week of May. Hopefully, all works.
Arvin from the Philippines
Hi Arvin,
Thanks for coming to my blog 🙂 Have a great time later on in Indonesia.
Cheers!
Hi Firsta…where can I find the cheapest car accrs in Jakarta..I’m flying with my family in early mei..tq.
Hi Ahmed,
I don’t know anything about car accessories to be honest. But try Kemayoran.
I heard your recommending Blue Bird and Express Taxi from Jakarta airport to city. How about arrival after midnight? Are these taxi still running? extra charge to what level? say, distance to Glodok Favehotel is 19 km
I think a 24 hour taxi services would be available. Blue bird & Express use taxi meter so they won’t have any extra charge (but they have some kind of airport charge for -/+ $1).
Tq..it ok…we stay at Favehotel Glodok…so why do u think about that..thnx for ur comment..
Hi there,
Thanks for all your info, where can I exchange money at Jakarta airport?
Best regards,
Ake
Coming to Jakarta central on this Wed, looking for a worth going factory outlet. Any recommendation.
Hi Chew,
I am not sure about factory outlet in Jakarta. There are a lot of it in Bandung 🙂
The DSE in Mangga Dua Square is decent enough if you’re in that part of town – http://www.fo-community.com/our.php?id3=21 – it’s affiliated with some of the factory outlets in Bandung and carries similar stock.
Hi Firsta,
Thanks for the Damri bus info.
Do you happen to know at what time the first bus leaves in the morning from the airport to Gambir ?
Hi Eric,
According to the timetable, the earliest bus from Gambir to the airport is at 3.30 am. So I guess the Damri bus from the airport back to Gambir starts afterwards, which is probably around 4.30 am (Btw, I remember I took a Damri bus from the airport at 6.30 am). Hope it helps.
Thanks Firsta,
So yes there must a bus at least 4.40.
But maybe the bus starts at airport. Is that possible ?
I’ve been trying to get a timetable from the Airport side. Is that not avalaible anywhere. I had a look at the Damri website but it is indonesian only. I may have missed something. What do you think ?
I’ve been trying to dig on the website as well and tried to call them up. No result 🙁
I’ll try again when I get a chance and update it here. Just wondering, what time you’ll be arriving in Jakarta?
Hye Firsta.
I have to be honest with you that I ve been reading your blog for almost 2 hours (more to stalking actually hehe, forgive me for that)
Well the result? I have booked a flight ticket to fly over to Jakarta this weekend. =) Firsta, could you please advice me on where can I get best desserts other than Magnum Cafe in Jakarta? I will be staying at Pullman Thamrin, preferably restaurants nearby there. THANKS A LOT!!!
Hi Farhan,
Thank you for spending almost 2 hours here! 🙂 I hope the time was well spent.
Some of my favourite: Red velvet cake at Union, Plaza Senayan; Honey bread at En Dining, Plaza Indonesia (cross road from Pullman Thamrin); Chocolate brownies (I am not sure about the name though, but it is something like that) at Komala Restaurant , Sarinah building.. Omg I am feeling guilty for not recommending any Indonesian dessert :/ (btw, are you Indonesian??) I personally really like Pisang Ijo Pemuda (it is located in Kelapa Gading, Kemang and Tanjung Duren so unfortunately quite far from Pullman Thamrin) or you can have try Kafe Betawi at Plaza Indonesia mall; they have various Indonesian food with all the dessert as well. Their es campur, kue rangi are worth trying.
I hope you have a good time in Jakarta!
Hye there again.
No doubt that my time was well spent reading (stalking) your blog. MANY THANKS for the reply too. I will for sure check on all the restaurants (foods) you suggested to me.
Firsta, is the CFD along Sudirman-Thamrin still on? If it is, will there be a bicycle renting along the streets? & since I will be staying at Pullman Thamrin, how do I get taxi if I would like to go out from my hotel since it is a CFD? Do help me! Thanks again
Oh btw nope, I am not an Indonesian.
Yes the CFD is still happening, I guess the schedule is 6am – 12. Don’t have any clue about bicycle renting there though.
You can get a taxi from the hotel and get the back road (Agus Salim street). Hope it helps.
Hey Firsta.
Thanks a lot for all the tips. My trip was no doubt a successful & enjoyable one with your help.
I will for sure fly back again to Jakarta soon.
Keep posting & i will for sure keep stalking on your blog.
Hi Farhan,
My pleasure! So glad that you enjoyed the trip!
Hi Firsta,
Thank you for sharing useful information with us.
I’m planning a 4D/3Ns trip from Jakarta to Ujung Kulon National Park.
To save more money, we decide to approach there by bus.
i noticed that there is a Damir Airport bus to Serang, Do you know how often they starts at the airport?
Is it easy to get to the Park from Serang?
Thanks a lot!
Hi Ian, yes I think there is a Damri bus that goes directly to Serang. You should check at the Damri counter once you arrive at the airport to make sure. I never been to Ujung Kulon National Park, so I don’t have any idea about it. 🙁 Sorry can’t help.
Hi Frista,
I am travelling to Jakarta for the first time on 11th of July. I need to go to Hotel Santika Premiere Bintaro (Kota Tangerang Selatan). Any suggestions from you to reach the place safely would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Krish
Take a taxi (Blue Bird taxi is the best one) should be quite a safe option, though looking at the distance it is quite far. It will cost you around Rp. 200,000-ish.
Hi there! Anyone who knows what time the last bus is going to the airport? I went today to ask, but I am not sure if they understood me completely, since they told me that the last bus is going at 3 o’clock?
From Gambir station, on schedule the latest one at 8 pm.
Dear Firsta,
Can you please help us out? Next Thursday we,a group of 5 persons, will arrive in Jakarta flying from Amsterdam on Thursday next week. 5 persons and 5 big suitcases. We stay over for two nights and sleep in the Novotel Jakarta Gajah Mada. A normal taxi is too small. What could you recommend us? Is there a taxi Van and which taxi company should we choose (cheapest and safiest)?
Thanks already for your effort and answer.
Hi Edwin,
There is a maxi taxi counter at the airport. It looks something like this: http://discoveryourindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/taxi-counter-airport.jpg. As for the taxi company, I recommend Blue Bird or Express (the one on the picture is Tiara by Express taxi). I don’t have any idea about the price, but I would suggest taking the maxi taxi. Have a great time in Jakarta!
Hi Firsta,
I am travelling to Jakarta for the first time on 26th of July. I need to go to Fave Hotel LTC Glodok. Any suggestions from you to reach the place from airport safely would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Hi Adilla, you can take the Damri bus from the airport to Gambir station and then continue with taxi (pick Blue Bird taxi) to Fave Hotel Glodok. If there is no traffic, from Gambir to Glodok should take around 15-20 mins. Total cost should be around Rp. 65,000. If you take taxi straight from the airport, total cost would be around Rp. 140,000.
Selamat Firsta,
We’ll be travelling this Thursday to Jakarta and will be staying for a few days in the Artotel overthere.
Best way tot get there is take a bus to Gambir and than get a taxi (Blue Bird ?) to the hotel ?
Any idea about taxi prices ?
Terima kasih
Benno
Hi Benno,
Yes. You can take Blue Bird / Express / Taxiku, there are all ok.
The taxi should cost less than Rp. 50,000 (usd 5) from Gambir to Artotel. It is not that far, please see this picture. http://discoveryourindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Map1.jpg. Oh btw, people usually walk from Gambir to Jalan Jaksa (you can find Jalan Jaksa in the picture as well).
Hope it helps!
Terima kasih,Firsta !
We´ll do and after we´ll be flying to North Malukku.
Selamat
Hi. From Gambir Station alighting a Damri bus, is Jalan Cikini Raya within walking distance? If I am to ride a bajaj to Jalan Cikini, how much would the trip cost me? I am ding extensive research up to the last IDR that I will spend before I head to Jakarta since I’ll be coming in as a student and I don’t want to be tricked by drivers. Thank you so much, your blog has been very informative and helpful thus far.
Hi Mariel, I. Approximately around 4 km. It costs below IDR 50,000 by taxi, and bajaj (or a motorbike taxi perhaps if you don’t bring a lot of stuff) should be around IDR 20,000. Hope it helps!
You said the last DAMRI bus leaves around 11 pm? Is that still the case today? I will arrive around 11:30 pm in Jakarta, so the only option to go to Jaksa is taxi, right? Is the cost for a taxi higher at night?
Yeah I think 11 pm is the last one. You can check to the Damri counter as soon as you arrive. Taxi charge should be same 24 hours.
Hi Firsta, if I stay at Harris Suites (fx mall) in Senayan, is this walking distance to lapangan d senayan stadium? And what would be the best option for transportation to and from the airport? Will be watching a concert this September and I’m afraid we’ll have trouble with transportation going back to the hotel if we stayed in Kemang, Cikini, or Jaksa area. Thanks in advance!
Hi Chey, Yes it is within walking distance from FX mall to Gelora Bung Karno Senayan stadium. 🙂 The easiest way to travel to and from the airport is by taxi or if you are looking for a cheaper option (from the airport) get a Damri bus to either Gambir or Blok M and continue with Trans Jakarta bus. A taxi will cost you around IDR 150,000 (can fit it 3 people) and the bus should cost you below Rp. 40,000 per person. Hope it helps!
Hello Firsta,
I’m going to Jakarta on September 5, 2014.
Could you show me the cheapest way from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Bung Karno, Lapangan D Senayan stadium.
And can you show me how much is it?
Thank you so much for your help.
Please reply me soon.
Thanks
Hanh.
Hi Hanh,
The cheapest way is get a Damri bus to Blok M (probably IDR 30,000 or IDR 35,000) and get a Trans Jakarta bus from Blok M terminal to Gelora Bung Karno shelter (IDR 3,500). Hope it helps and I hope you enjoy your time in Jakarta.
Thanks for your help!!!
When i arrive Blok M, do I have to across the opposite site to catch a trans bus to bung karno stadium, does it has number on bus?
After watching concert, i will back to Neo hotel tanah abang-cideng, I’m afraid that trafic jam will happen at that time (too many people- around 11pm)and difficult to catch a taxi back to hotel. And around 11pm,still have bus or not ???? If I catch a taxi, how much does it costs??
The TransJakarta bus from Blok M only serves Blok M – Kota route so you won’t get the wrong bus. From the Damri bus stop in Blok M, which usually stops near a mall (outside the terminal), you should cross the road to the Blok M Terminal or just ask people where you can find the Trans Jakarta ticket counter (it is underground, below the terminal).
I am not sure where the Neo hotel is, but you can get the TransJakarta bus again from Gelora Bung Karno shelter to Sarinah shelter and from there you can either walk or get a motorbike taxi. The TransJakarta bus is 24 hours on that route (Blok M – Kota). Hope it helps.
Kak, seinget ku damri ke gambir sudah naik jadi 30 ribu 🙂
Iya Kak Cumi, ini artikelnya udah rada lama 🙂 Masih 25rb waktu itu. Heheh.. revisi deh artikelnya biar ga salah.
kak firsta… may add one more suggestion? You can ride motorcycle to airports :p ahahah I usually use motor bike there, and park it for a few days. And, I only pay IDR 2000 XD
Oh wow! That is impressive (and amazingly cheap)!
Shall be arriving Jakarta tomorrow .., staying at
Novotel Jl Gajah Mada.
Arriving with my wife and two daughters , what could be the cost by taxi from the
Airport to this hotel by taxi ?
Thanks in advance .
Hi Haja,
It costs around 120,000 – 175,000 IDR. Have a great time in Jakarta.
Hello Firsta, I’m from Malaysia and I’m travelling alone to Jakarta on 27th of September until 30th. I already booked a hotel named Favehotel Gatot Subroto not far from the JW Marriott. I’m still wondering, is there any alternative to get there other than by taxi? Or how m,uch the taxi from the airport to my hotel? Can you tell me how much I need in rupiah a day for transportation and eat. Thanks <3
Hi Qila,
I don’t know where Fave Hotel Gatot Subroto is exactly. You can save money by taking the DAMRI bus from the airport to GAMBIR (30,000 IDR) and get a taxi from there to the hotel (around 40,000 IDR; depends on the traffic). Meanwhile, a taxi from the airport straight to the hotel should be around 125,000 – 170,000 IDR (again it depends on the traffic).
Hard to tell how much rupiah (IDR) that you need in one day for transportation and food in Jakarta. It all depends on where you want to go / explore, what transportation that you are going to use and where or what you want to eat. At a guess, roughly 250,000 IDR should be ok.
I hope you have a great time in Jakarta! 🙂
That’s so much for your valuable details .
Can you tell me anything about setting up a
Company here as a foreigner ? Do you thinks
It’s better I go via a lawyer here ?
Hi Firsta, I am so glad that I checked your website. Thanks for all the help you are providing. Next week I am coming to Jakarta. Please tell me what’s the best way to go to central Jakarta from CGK . I will be staying at Holiday inn express or Amaris Hotel. How far is central Jakarta from CGK. How much it will cost by Taxi. Thanks in advance for your help.
Hi Shahid,
Thanks for your kind words.
Not sure which Holiday Inn Express or Amaris Hotel that you’ll stay in. To go to the Central Jakarta, you can get the Damri bus to Gambir station or get a taxi with cost around $12-$15. Have a great time in Jakarta.
Dear Firsta, I am glad that I found your blog and you are doing a wonderful job in helping both national and international individuals. May God bless you. I have a plan to visit Indonesia to visit the PT Jakarta International Expo in the month of October. Appreciate if you can advice the location to stay so that I am close to the exhibition center and don’t spend much time in travelling also, not to stay away from the city centre. Thanking you in advance.
Hi Basha,
Kemayoran area isn’t it? There are several chain hotels like Ibis Kemayoran Jakarta. Kemayoran area can be really trafficky. Sometimes people choose to stay around Mangga Dua, but if you are planning to spend time mostly at the Expo then staying in Kemayoran is better.
Thanks for visiting my blog. God bless you too! 🙂
dear firsta,
mau tanya tentang damri bus. apakah semua damri bus dari airport pasti tujuan ke gambir. apakah ada tujuan ke tempat lain seperti sunter. saya tinggal di sunter. lebih baik naik bus atau naik taksi. kira kira harga berapa yah.
terimakasih nasehatnya
Hai Erik,
Bis damri banyak jurusannya kok dari CGK. Kalau mau ke Sunter, bisa naik yang jurusan ke RAWAMANGUN dan turun di Rawasari. Rawasari cukup dekat dengan Sunter, dari situ bisa naik Taksi atau Ojek. Damri nya 30rb dan Taksi dari Sunternya mungkin sekitar 25-30rb.
Hey Firsta. Great Blog. Im flying from Australia into Jakarta on my way to Sumatara. Can I get some rupiah in transit in Jakarta ??
Yes. You can find money changer at the Airport or you can take money out from the ATM machines.
Is ATM machine in transit area? Not after immigration. Can you get money without formally entering Indonesia at the airport (not pay for visa).
Yeah, I don’t think there is any ATM machines before the immigration. Not sure about the money changer thou.
They now have ATM’s available before immigration – I guess too many people were turning up for a Visa on Arrival without any way to pay for it. I do recommend bringing US$ to pay for a VoA though as the exchange rate they give if you pay in Rupiah is terrible.
I have not been able to find a map of the tourist city tour bus (double decker) route. Can you supply a link to a route map?
Hi, This is the route: Museum Nasional-Pecenongan-Halte Juanda-Halte Istiqlal-Monas 1 (Jl. Medan Merdeka Utara)-Monas 2 (Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat)-Balai Kota-Sarinah-Hotel Indonesia Kempinski. Can’t find the map.
is the gambir bus station the same with the train station in jakarta kota? coz im checking google map right now.
Hi Patrick,
Gambir is a train station, but not the one in Jakarta Kota. It is different train station.
hi firsta! im going to jakarta this november and stay there for 3 days. if my hotel is in mangga dua in tamansari, which bus do i take, and where do i get off from the bus? thanks!
Hi Patrick,
You can take the DAMRI bus to Gambir and get off at the last stop, which is Gambir train station. You can continue with taxi from there.
Hope it helps and enjoy Jakarta!
Hi Firsta,
I’m travelling from Kota Kinabalu to Jakarta by Air Asia end of this October. ETA at Jakarta airport around 8.30 pm. will be staying at Holiday Inn Express Thamrin @ Jl Tanjung Karang No 1 Jakarta. Please advice me the cheapest way from hotel to hotel. thank you in advance.
sorry from airport to hotel
Hi Abdul Rahim,
The cheapest way is taking the Damri bus to Gambir or Blok M station (it should be 35,000 IDR for the ticket) and continue with Trans Jakarta busway from Blok M or Gambir to Tosari shelter. From Tosari shelter you can walk to the Holiday Inn Express.
The Trans Jakarta busway ticket is 3,500 IDR, but you should use the Trans Jakarta card (can’t use cash). I think the card costs 20,000 or 40,000 IDR (the amount will be your balance and you can use it again later). Can try to find a helpful local who is willing to cover you with his / her card and hand the 3,500 IDR cash to her/him. Or, just take a motorbike taxi (Ojek) or taxi from Gambir station or Blok M terminal. Hope it helps.
Ah, since I will be arriving in Jakarta past 11PM, my only option now is to take a taxi. I hope the immigration check will be smooth for me to immediately leave the airport. Thanks!
Hi Firsta,
I’ll be travelling next month to Jakarta (Grand Indonesia Mall) to collect my racepack. Can you help me what bus to take to reach there from Soekarno airport? And best way/transport to retun from Grand Indonesia to airport? Hope u can help me. Thanks in advance.
Hi Enu,
The cheapest way would be by DAMRI bus from the airport to city center (either GAMBIR or BLOK M) and continue with TransJakarta bus (stop at Tosari or Hotel Indonesia shelter) or you can continue with a taxi from Gambir / Blok M. Hope it helps.
Hi Firsta,
Thank you. However, i am a bit confused. When I tried to use google map, there is a direct bus from Soekarno Airport to near area of Grand Indonesia Mall. I think the bus is going to Thamrin City Mall (walking distance to Grand Indonesia Mall). Can you help me to confirm? Sorry, I hope u can help me as I will be travelling alone next month. Thanks
Hi Enu,
Yeah I’ve heard about it. It is like a minibus and not a Damri bus I think. Never used it so I don’t really know.
Hi Firsta,
Thank you. Is the minibus safe to travel?
How much will taxi cost from Gambir to Grand Indonesia Mall?
And taxi from Grand Indonesia to Airport?
Thanks again for the help. I will be travelling next weekend.
I never try the minibus, but I think it should be ok. Taxi from Gambir to Grand Indonesia is around 40,000 IDR. From Grand Indonesia to the Airport, perhaps around 150,00 IDR.
Hi Firsta,
Yey! Success! I am now in Jakarta. I followed your advise and took Damri bus to Gambir station. I cannot find the minibus to Thamrin City mall. From Gambir station, i took a Bluebird taxi to Grand Indonesia and the cost is only 25000 IDR and vice versa.
However, i received a bad news from the Nike organizer. All along i thought everything is ok because my transportation is very easy. Thanks to your advise.
Anyways, maybe you can help me. Can i send you a personal email?
Sorry and thanks again.
Hi Enu,
Yeah sure just shoot me an email.
Hehe. Where do i send my email? Not sure where to reply. Hehe.
Hi Enu, you can find my email info on About page 🙂 anyway, here is my email: info[at]discoveryourindonesia[dot]com
Can i send you a private message in fb instead?
Hi frista!
I just wanna ask how much will it cost me if im going for a taxi to NEW MIRAH HOTEL from AIRPORT? And what are the near attractions close to the site.. Im traveling alone and its my first time in indonesia.. Thanks in advance 🙂
Hi Yvette, if you go by Damri (to Gambir station) bus and continue with taxi; it might costs you around Rp. 80,000 IDR. If you go by Taxi directly from Airport to the hotel, it might costs you around Rp. 135,000 IDR.
As New Mirah hotel is located in Gunung Sahari, you can try to check out Monas, National Museum and Old town. Have a great time in Jakarta.
Hi. Your blog is really helpful. I’m going yo Jakarta on Monday, November 10th. I’ll arrive around midnight. Can you please tell me some tips and advices about taking a taxi? I’ll be staying at the Amaris Hotel Tendean.
Thank you! 🙂
Hi Kenn,
I am glad to hear that you found this blog helpful. About taxi, I personally recommended Blue Bird, Express Taxi or Taxiku. There are taxi counters at the airport and it is quite easy to find. Btw, it might cost around 150,000 IDR from Airport to Tendean. Good luck!
Hi Firsta,
Thank you for your detailed information, which is useful for a first time traveller to Jakarta.
I am staying at HARRIS Hotel and Conventions Kelapa Gading… Is there a minibus going from Airport to there?
How much will taxi cost from Airport to there?
Thanks in advance. I will be travelling next weekend.
Hi Stephen,
I don’t know about the availability of minibus from the Airport to Kelapa Gading.. You can go there by taking taxi from Airport directly to Kelapa Gading or get a damri bus to Rawamangun and continue with taxi from Rawamangun terminal to Harris hotel.
Dear Firsta,
Thanks for your reply.
Currently I am busy packing and preparing work stuff before the trip.
Do you know if I flying out of Jakarta do I need to pay something like a departure tax? How much is it?
Just like to know so that I will not be in a position of no local money to pay for such tax…
Thanks.
Hi Firsta,
I will be going to Jakarta on Dec 9 with my family. We are a group of 4 adults and 2 children. The hotel that we are staying at is Holiday Inn Kemayoran, Jalan Griya Utama. What would be the best option for us for an airport transfer? Also, what transports would be preferable to shuttle us around Jakarta? Last but not least, is there anyway for us to go to Bandung for a day trip? Thank you and sorry for so many questions.
Hi Firsta,
I will arrive around 11:30 pm in Jakarta, so the only option to go to Pasar Baru is taxi, right? I know the cost for a taxi from the airport to the hotel in Pasar Baru is around 125,000 – 175,000 IDR. Do you know how much it would cost for the tolls? The taxi drivers always want a ridiculous amount for the tolls. Thanks.
Hi Tom,
Opps.. I think this might be too late. Hope that the taxi driver didn’t charge you a ridiculous price for the tolls. It should be around Rp. 15,000,-
hi firsta,
hope you doing well. Me n my mom will be arriving CGK 27th dec 14 early morning. We’re wanted to get to Yogyakarta. From CGK how do we get to any train station and directly to Yogyakarta?
tq 🙂
Hi Esther, You can get the Damri bus to GAMBIR. An executive train is available from Gambir station, Jakarta to Tugu station in Yogyakarta. You should book the ticket online before the departure date.
Hi Firsta,
How you doin’ there?
What you’re doing here is absoulutely fantastic. I thought maybe I’ll ask you for some help as well since you are sorting out lives of so many travelers. I’ll be heading to Jakarta for the first time and would be staying at NEO Hotel Mangga Dua since it’s close to PRJ Kemayoran. I’m a little tight on budget as I’ll be on a month long SEAsia trip….so could you please suggest the cheapest and of course safe way to reach NEO Hotel Mangga Dua from the Jakarta International Airport. And how much should it cost me roughly?
Also, I would like to spend my last 2 days at Six Degrees hostel so what would be the cheapest and safest way to reach there from NEO Hotel Mangga Dua? Or let’s say how much would a blue bird taxi cost me for this distance?
Your info and suggestions will be much appreciated. Thanks very much!
Btw, I’m beginning to be a fan of your blog.
Hi driftmeister,
You can take a DAMRI bus from the airport to KEMAYORAN or MANGGA DUA, you should find out first which one is closer to your hotel. It costs Rp. 40,000.
You can take the Trans Jakarta busway from Mangga Dua (Neo hotel) to Gambir station and from there you can take a motorbike taxi to Cikini area (Six Degrees). That is probably the cheapest way. Cost of blue bird taxi from Mangga Dua to Cikini area is a bit tricky though. Perhaps around Rp. 55,000.. not too sure. It also depends on the traffic.
Thanks for stopping by here!
Hi Firsta,
Thanks so much for the valuable information. This will surely help me plan better.
Cheers!
Hi Firsta, I need to get to Thamrin No.59, Tanah Abang,if I took the Damri bus from airport (I’m flying in from Bali on 4 January) which bus stop should I exit from. Thanks Gigi
Hi Gigi, take the one to GAMBIR and off at the last stop, which is the Gambir train station. From there you can take the motorbike taxi or taxi to Tanah Abang. Good luck!
Hi Firsta,
I am traveling with my boyfriend from Spain to Soekarno Hatta Airport. Our flight arrives at 22.30 pm, and I have read that at this time of the night there are no reputable taxis at night, is this true? Should we take a hotel close to the airport or what?
Moreover, we need to be the next day in Dieng Plateau. I thought that we could take a train from Jakarta to Purwokerto and then a bus from there to Wonosobo. I would like to take a train, that leaves at 6.20 am, so we could be by Purwokerto at 9.07 am. Are there buses or taxis before 6.00 am in the morning, to arrive on time to Gambir station in Jakarta? Thank you a lot!! Victoria
Hi Victoria,
Taxi should be ok as long you pick the reliable one; like: Blue Bird.
Never get train from Jakarta to Purwokerto, is that from Gambir train station? If yes, you can get a hotel near Gambir train station to make it easy.
Don’t worry about transport before 6 am, taxi is easy to order by phone.. at anytime 🙂
hi. i m thiru. i want to go to kota jakarta. can i take d bus
n how much it cost
Hi Thiru,
Not sure about your question. Where do you want to go to?
Hi Firsta,
I am arriving at the Jakarta Soekarno Hatta International Airport but should take an internal flight from Jakarta Halim Perdanakusuma Airport to Yogyakarta. As I will visit Indonesia with my wife and kids, could you advise me on the easiest way for the transfer of airport please ? What would be the cost and the transfer time to go from one airport to the other ? Many thanks in advance for your help !
Hi Baudouin,
There is a DAMRI bus from CGK (Soekarno Hatta) to Halim, but I don’t have any idea about how much does it cost now (it was Rp30,000 per person early 2014) and the timetable + transfer time.
Other option, can get a taxi.. the cost maybe around Rp200,000, really depends on the traffic. The traffic can be really heavy on CGK – Halim route.
Hope it helps and good luck!
Hi. I will be flying to Jakarta in August for 2 nights; arriving Saturday 7 pm and leaving Monday 7 pm. I would like to have a quick flight to Bali for one night and stay at Jakarta for another night. what would you recommend? I am thinking: Fly to Bali and stay Kota for Saturday night, come back Sunday night and stay in the city center in Jakarta, check out the night life and check out places to see Monday morning, then head back to airport. For a 7 pm international flight Monday, when should I leave the city? Thanks!
Hi Jess,
If you want to have a quick visit to Bali, it is better to fly to Bali and stay there for two nights. Fly back to Jakarta on Monday (perhaps flight at 1 pm?).
Hi Firska, apa Khabar. Aku n hubby mau k Jakarta feb 3 n feb 5 mau k Medan flight pagi jam 8. Gimana cara yang murah n safe Dari sunter k halim airport. Thanks millions
Naik taksi? Umm.. harusnya ada Damri ya, tapi aku belum pernah juga ke Halim, jadi kurang tau.
Thank you, it’s very usefull!
Hi there 🙂
Im coming to Jakarta soon but only for three daus.I have found lots of helfull information on Your blog.Thanks for that.Im wondering about cheap City Tour, can i buy some one day city tour in Jalan Jaksa and what is the price?
I found some offer online but it is bit expensive 50 USD per person.
Regards
Hi Zaba,
Thanks for visiting my blog.
I’ll send you info about city tour in Jakarta by email 🙂
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I would like to go from the CGK airport to the Artotel hotel in Thamrin. Do you know which DAMRI bus I should take?
Thanks
Hi Dillon,
To go to Artotel Hotel, you can get the Damri bus to Gambir, afterwards you can get TransJakarta bus and get off at Sarinah shelter or take a taxi / motorbike taxi.
Hope it helps.
Hi Firsta,
Great blog! I will be visiting Indonesia for the first time during second week of April, and your blog, with its attention to detail, has really helped me get my bearings already.
I’ve got a couple of questions though
1. After landing at Jakarta airport, I plan to visit Bandung first. My hotel is Bandung is near the train station (Mutiara Hotel). Do you recommend that I take the Damri bus from Jakarta airport to Gambir and take the train to Bandung, or I take the bus directly from the airport to Bandung?. My flight from KL would be landing at 14:15.
2. Do tickets get sold out on the train to Bandung? Would I need an advance booking. I land on a weekday.
Thanks in advance.
Halo, kak. Kalau kebalikannya, dari Jakarta ke Bandara, aku bisa naik Damri dari mana aja ya?
Anyway, I love your new look!!! #superlatetestimonial
Hi firsta! thats a great article! would you know how to get from pasat senen train station to the airoort? this would be the ekonomy class train station. also, i am arriving at 2:45am, would you know if the shuttle bus run at thet time of the day? i read somewhere that it runs 24hs.
thank you!!
Hi Mayra,
I don’t know if there is any Damri bus from Senen to the airport. You can either get a taxi from Senen to the airport or go to Gambir train station, can go by Trans Jakarta bus or an ojek. From Gambir train station, you can get a Damri to the airport.
As I know, nope! The last Damri bus from the airport is 11.00 – 11.30 pm. Hope it helps.
Hi,Firsta
I am going Jakarta on July’15. I do not book any hotel but I collect some hotels address at Block-M and Mangga dua area. So, can i book hotel after reach Jakarta?
Pls help me to get reply in my mail id ([email protected])
Thank you.
Razib
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Hi Razib,
I think it shouldn’t be a problem. 🙂
Hi Firsta,
Thanks for your reply. If I want to take a private car rent with driver in Jakarta for full-day (10-12 hours) basis then how much need to pay and how i can contact with them. Pls help.
Razib
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Hi Razib,
Try to contact Blue Bird. I think they have private car rental service. Probably Rp 750,000 per day (for 12 hours max usage).
Hi Firsta,
many thanks for all the useful information. Actually I’m looking for a fastest way to get to Gambir from the airport. I land at 6 p.m. and the train is leaving from Gambir at 8:45 p.m. Do you think it is possible to be at Gambir on time?
Thank you. Mirek
Hi Mirek,
Honestly, that is pretty tight timing. The fastest way is either by taxi (but you can’t do anything if there is traffic jam) or motorbike taxi/ojek (?) – I never experience it though. 🙁 Good luck!
As a rule of thumb I usually end up leaving the airport about an hour after my flight lands, that takes into account buying a visa on arrival, being processed by immigration, waiting for luggage and passing through customs (generally I’m on a flight arriving 6pm’ish).
So with an hour and 45 minutes left as Firsta has said it’s likely to be tight. If you’re arriving on a Saturday evening you may have better luck as traffic is generally lighter, but with Jakarta you can never know for sure. I wish you luck if you do go for it though (and on the plus side for you I’ve found trains often depart late from Gambir – certainly no guarantee, but it might give you a bit of extra time).
You are the best 🙂
Hi Firsta and N8,
thank you for your valuable insights. I’m arriving on Thursday 2nd July and since I have already booked the train, I will go for it and share the experience afterwards. If you had any more hints how to speed up the transfer, I would be grateful.
Take care!
I’ve got a few tips to speed things up. Be as quick as possible to get off the plane so that you can beat the queue for buying a Visa on Arrival (especially if there’s lots of non-Indonesians on your flight). Having US$35 in cash handy will help speed things up too.
If you don’t have any Rupiah before you arrive there’s plenty of ATM’s in the arrival hall near the baggage carousels. Getting money out there is recommended over waiting until you’re through customs, as stepping out into the public area of the arrivals area can be overwhelming on a first visit and you probably want to minimise your distractions.
Finally, ignore all touts trying to offer you a ride on your way to the taxi ranks. Head straight outside and look for Blue Bird taxis – at times there can be a queue, but generally things move pretty quickly. Then just be sure to have cash ready to pay tolls along the way and it’s all down to the traffic gods!
Thanks a ton for the advice! I will follow the tips to the letter.
Good luck Mirek! 🙂
Hi Mirek,
I just wonder if you have made it to get on time for your train?
Thank you. Maciej
Hello.
Please help choose the best place where I can stay for one night. 21:40 am flying on to Jakarta Soekarno Hatta airport. The next day at 20:35 from the same airport to fly home. I have one day to Jakarta. I plan to visit Ragunan Zoo and Taman Mini Indonesia Indah. That’s why I care to find a hotel where the morning is easy to get local means of transport. Please help where it is best to stop.
I would be grateful
Magda
Hi Magda, I wouldn’t advise visiting Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Ragunan Zoo in one day. So sorry can’t help, I don’t have knowledge about hotel nearby Taman Mini Indonesia Indah or Ragunan.
The best placed hotel for a visit to Taman Mini is the Hotel Santika which is at the entrance to the park – http://www.santika.com/santika-tmii . I haven’t stayed at this particular hotel, but others in the Santika chain that I’ve visited have been decent mid-range places.
I’d echo Firsta’s comments about being wary about going to both Taman Mini and Ragunan Zoo on the same day, there’s certainly a risk of losing a decent portion of your day just being stuck in traffic. Keep in mind that your journey time to the airport is also likely to coincide with the evening peak as well, so expect it to be a slow trip.
Thank you for the quick reply.
However, perhaps badly I expressed. I want to sleep at a hotel in the center. Not near the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah or Ragunan Zoo. Only in such a place downtown that I had a good mix of urban transport to these places. In a place where the center easily got the night from the airport. However, I want to get up in the morning, come through the center of 1-2 hours and go to one of these attractions which I wrote.
Just to clarify, were you wanting to get a hotel in the city centre of Jakarta so that in the morning you could look around the sights in the city for a couple of hours, then go to Taman Mini or Ragunan Zoo and from there head off to the airport as well? It seems a relatively optimistic plan if so, except perhaps on the weekend.
You make reference to a place downtown with a good mix of urban transport. Whilst there is the busway in Jakarta it’s fair to say its maintenance has been underwhelming in general on both the buses and bus stops, but it’s somewhat functional. That being said, there is a direct route from Monas to Rangunan Zoo (Line 6) so it’s feasible if you want to avoid taxis.
The Monas area is also right next to Gambir station, one of the Damri bus stops, so it’s cheaper than a taxi for getting to and from the airport. There’s a wide range of accommodation available in that general area as well, it basically comes down to your budget as to what your best pick would be.
Finally, did you have a plan in relation to luggage? If you need to return to your hotel after sightseeing to pick up your bags that’s more time lost. I’m not sure of any left luggage options at CGK, but that might be another option to save on some hassles if you’ve got a bit of luggage to worry about.
You are wonderful. Very thank you all for response.
Well, I think in this case I will go by bus to Gambir station from the airport and in the morning take a taxi to one of these attractions. I decide on the spot which one.
As for the big luggage I wanted to leave it at the airport in the vault. In order not to waste time returning to the hotel or do not ride with him all day. I hope, however, there is a luggage storage. I never met at the airport so this was not.
Once again, many thanks for your answers, it really helped me.
I wish everyone all the best
Hi Firsta,
I’m going to Jakarta on July 2015. I will land in Soekarno Airport at 2 a.m. and then I’d like to go directly to Halim Perdana Kusuma Airport and get a plane to Yogyakarta. Do you already know what is the best way to get from one airport to another, how much it costs (2 adults with a child) and maybe how long does it take?
Thank you!
Hi Magda,
I am not sure if they have a Damri bus from CGK (Soekarno Hatta) to Halim Perdana Kusuma, you can check it at the Damri counter (though I am a bit pessimistic that they will be open at 2 am). Other than that, you can get a taxi. It might take 1,5 hours journey. Maybe something around Rp 200,000,-
If you’ve never been to Soekarno Hatta airport before just be sure to keep your wits about you at that time of night. It’s not an especially dangerous airport in general, but it’s certainly a time that the dodgier taxi operators are likely to be lurking around – Blue Bird is your best bet (or even better, Silver Bird if you want comfort, though that comes at an increased price).
On the plus side, at least at that time of night you don’t have to worry about traffic!
Thanks Firsta and N8 for your advice!
Right, after 10hours spent in the plane with a child, landing for the first time in Soekarno Hatta in the middle of the night, I think I would look for some safe and comfortable transport like Silver Bird 🙂
I’ll be back to you after my journey to share my experience 🙂
Hi,
could you please guide how to use damri to reach grand sahid jaya hotel from airport?
Hi Firsta!
Thank you for all your valuable tips!
I have a question for you. How to get from Soekarno Hatta airport to Jakarta Kota Railway Station? Can I take a Damri bus?
Grettings!
Anita.
Hi Anita,
I think you can get a Damri bus to Gambir and from Gambir, take a train to Jakarta Kota station. Hope it helps.
Hi Firsta!
Thanks for this great tutorial. My husband and I are going on a backpacking tour on August and will be 3 weeks in Indonesia. Im sooo happy 🙂
I wanted to ask you if you would recommend travelling by train (jakarta to yogjakarta) ? is it a nice view? is the time worth it? We didnt want to take the plane cause we want to enjoy the landscape, but we dont even know how it is. Maybe we stay in Cibodas for a night or two. have you been there?
greets from Austria!
Hi Camila,
I’ve been to Cibodas ages ago, probably when I was 12-15 years old. 😀 It was a great area to explore.
The train from Jakarta to Yogyakarta takes around 7 hours and I love to take train too sometimes.. Yes, the view is nice 🙂 I prefer train from Jakarta to Jogja rather than the opposite. 🙂
Hi Firsta and all !
Does anyone knows how to read Dambir’s timetable ? Me and my wife are going to land in Soekarno Hatta airport at 11 p.m. and we were wondering about their last trip to Gambir..
Thank you !
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Hi Ulderico, I think you should get a taxi. If you are going to land at 11 pm, most likely you’ll be out from the airport (and able to reach the Damri bus counter) around 11.30 – 11.45 pm and that is too late – I think the last bus is at 11 pm. It takes a while at the immigration gate and collecting your luggage. Hope it helps!
Hi Firsta, can you advise me how can i take a bus from Soekarno Hatta Airport to Grogol area (Jakarta)?
Thank you.
Hi Edythe,
As I know there is no Damri bus from the airport to Grogol area. Just get a taxi is my advise 🙂
Hello Firsta,
I am currently enjoying my holiday in Indonesia. While planning this trip I came across your very helpful blog. Due to it I knew what to expect from the taxi drivers at Jakarta airport. As my flight was delayed to arrive at 01.30 I could only take a taxi to my airport hotel. Inside the airport they asked 200.000! As I was staying at airport and not in Jakarta I turned away and went outside. Overthere they thought it would be around 80.000. In the end with meter on in Bluebird it was 40.000 only. The next day we found Damri bus to Bogor easily with help of your blog.
Thanks again.
Mike
I’m so happy that the information came in useful. 200,000 is just too expensive… I hope you have a great holiday Mike 🙂
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In center city now you can use GO-Jek to go everywhere, just download application in your android or IOS. and you can book Ojek transportation.
True, but not from the airport.
kak firsta, aku besok tiba di bandara jam 2 pagi kakak… jemput dong? *ngelunjak! :)))
Hi Mbak Tika,
Mau pakai layanan karpet merah juga gak? :)Aku siapin dayang-dayangnya juga ya.. Mas Lostpacker di kloning jadi 10. Ok? 😀
Hi Firsta, really enjoyed your blog. I will be in Jakarta Sunday 18/10 how do I get to Ibis Kemayoran and what the cost be like. Thanks
Dear Frista, it is a great service you are rendering to the people who are visiting jakarta. I am a solo traveller visiting jakarta 4th november and will be there upto 7th february. have booked the hotel amaris at mangga dua square.
i am going to attend the expo during these days happening at Ji International Expo. Please suggest how can i go from the hotel to the expo ground, how far is it ? or can you suggest any other hotel near to the expo.
also, please suggest the mode of transport from the airport to reach mangga dua square,
Thanks and regards
Ravi
Hi Ravi,
There is Damri bus from the Airport to Mangga Dua (I don’t know exactly where is in Mangga Dua, but you can ask to the lady / guy on Damri counter).
So sorry, I don’t really know how far it is from Amaris Mangga Dua Square to Jakarta International Expo (from Google maps it is 7-8 km distance, probably take a taxi should be ok or Trans Jakarta bus combined with motorbike taxi). Hope it helps and have a great time in Jakarta.
thank you Firsta.
sorry, i am going to stay only upto 7th november, 4 nights, by mistake i typed upto 7th february.
Hi Ms. Firsta,
Thank you for your helpful blogs about Indonesia. My friend and I are already planning our Yogyakarta and Jakarta trips based on your lists ^_^
My question is this, from CGK to Jakarta City Proper, how long does the DAMRI bus take considering traffic and all? Is there schedule of trips like every 30 minutes? Is taxi a faster option? Also we can take same route of DAMRI bus from city back to airport? We have very limited time to spend in JKT when we land there then go to Jogjakarta so I want to know. Thank you very much for any insights you can share to me on this.
Hi Mica,
I am not familiar with Jakarta City Proper, what is that and where abouts in Jakarta? 😀
Yes, usually you can take the same route from the city to the airport with the Damri bus.
I meant city proper like Central Jakarta I think 😛 where Monas tower, museums and jalan jaksa is. If we are after speed of getting to city, taxi is better than Bus?
Ah I see.. Yes taxi is faster. 🙂 If you are considering to take the Damri bus, take the one to Gambir. 🙂
Hi Firsta,
Me and My Friend are planned to travel jakarta on 16 Feb 2016. My Flight reach Jakarta By 8 AM Morning. Can We Catch the train to Bandung (Argo Parahyangan 24) By 10.15 am. Is Train route From Jakarta to Bandung is Scenic or By Taxi Route.
How Long it takes from CGK to Gambir Station thru taxi and Bus
Regards
Karthikeyan
Halo Karthikeyan, I never took a train from Jakarta to Bandung recently so I am not too sure what to expect, but years ago it was fun and nice scenery. 🙂
The bus and taxi ride usually takes around 1-1,5 hours. Taxi is obviously faster than the bus.
Hi Firsta,
Me and my parents would be going to Jakarta in november.. may i ask is it convenient to take the damri bus with big luggages? As my hotel is near gambir railway station.. so is it more convenient to take the taxi or bus with luggages?
Hi Qurratu’Ain,
It is totally fine to take the Damri bus with bug luggage, the Damri bus has big space to put your luggage. 🙂
Have a great time in Jakarta.
hi, nice info…
I and my 3 other friends are going to Jakarta end of this month. we are expected to arrive at jakarta around 5pm on 30th October. We already bought train ticket to Bandung on 31st at 5am, the earliest!!if we stay at airport for a night and just take taxi to gambir to catch the train at 5 is it possible? or should i just take the late bus(30th october at 11 right?) from the airport to gambir and just spend our night at gambir. Which one you think is the best option.?? thanks…really need someone’s help bout this…
Hi Nurul,
Thanks for visiting my blog. 🙂
I never spend the night at the airport or the train station so I don’t really know how it is going to be. 🙁 My suggestion would be heading to the train station and wait there.. It should be better than waiting at the airport, I guess. You can find plenty of places to eat and see a bit of Jakarta by heading to the town. Gambir is super close to some Jakarta’s landmark such as Monas. Hope it helps.
Thanks!!
So I guess train station is open for 24hours right?
i will visit jakarta on 31st october and stay in senen indah hotel and what will be the best way to get there from airport.
I will travel with my wife who has in indonesia in 19981 to 1982. hope she can manage little bit of bahasa indonesia.
from jakarta will go to yogja by train. I want go by 6.15am train from senen and how could i book tickets?
please help
thanks
Clive
Hi Clive, probably the Damri bus that goes to Gambir can be the option. Other than that, a taxi could be a good idea. 🙂
If you would like to book a train ticket, just go to their official website: www. tiket.kereta-api . co . id. or you can use online booking agent like tiket . com.
Hi, I plan to go to Jakarta soon and i need to drop by at Mulia Hotel, Senayan first before departing to other location. Most probably i will be taking the KLM flight. Can you advise, how do i go to that hotel from airport should i take the damri bus. Also the possible charges tncurred. Thanking you in advance for the assistance. Rgds
Hi, I will be going to Jakarta by KLM flight. Can you advise, how do i go to that mulia hotel, senayan from airport should i take the damri bus. Also the possible charges tncurred. Thanking you in advance for the assistance. Rgds
Hi, I will be going to Jakarta by KLM flight. Can you advise, how do i go to that mulia hotel from airport should i take the damri bus. Also the possible charges tncurred. Thanking you in advance for the assistance. Rgds
Hi Sham,
I think it is better to go by taxi to Mulia Hotel.
Or you can take Damri bus to Gambir or Blok M, and continue with taxi. All the best for the journey.
Kak Rista, aku dr Soetta perlu langsung ke plasa senayan. Aku baca di rute damri yg jurusan Blok M lewat Senayan. Nah itu aku turunnya di mana ya? Jauh ngga dr Plasa Senayan? Trus di bus damri ada pengumumannya ngga berikutnya halte apa kyk busway gt?
Makasih.
Hi Christine,
Kamu bisa naik Damri ke Blok M, turun di Blok M. Dari situ, kamu harus jalan kurang lebih 200-300 meter untuk ke terminal dan loket untuk membeli tiket busway. Nanti turun di Bunderan Senayan / Ratu Plaza (bisa disampaikan ke mas/mbak yang berjaga di dalam bus).
Dari halte itu tinggal jalan kurang lebih 100-200 meter ke Plaza Senayan. 🙂
Hrs ke Blok M dulu kah? Ngga bisa damrinya lsg berhenti di Ratu Plasa?
Hi Christine,
Moon maaf ya, saya tidak hafal persis rute setiap bus Damri. 🙂 Setahu saya, bus Damri tidak bisa menurunkan penumpang di sembarang tempat (tetapi memang ada 1-2 lokasi penurunan tidak resmi, sebelum tujuan akhir). Sebagai contoh, bus Damri yang ke Rawamangun biasanya menurunkan penumpang di Rawasari.
Cara paling mudah adalah menanyakan langsung ke kondektur bus Damri tersebut. Semoga informasinya membantu.
Iam arriving at Jakarta airport (CGK) on Nov 27th around 4 PM and will have to transfer to Orchardz Hotel Jayakarta
Can you please advise on the best mode of transport to the hotel.
Thanks
Sharat
Hi Sharat,
I think taxi will be the best option. Taxiku or Blue Bird are both good companies to use.
Thanks Firsta for the information.
What could be the approximate taxi fare and journey time during this time (4PM on Friday) from airport to Hotel.
Sharat
Hi,
Thanks for a helpful post.
I have a few questions. Our plane arrives at 6:10 pm, and the train departs at 8:45pm from Gambri. Is taking a TAXI a faster option than DAMRI bus? What is a normal price for a taxi ride from the airport to Gambri? How long does it takes to get from the airport to Gambri station?
There are three of us, so I assume we will only need 1 taxi car.
Thanks in advance!
A taxi is quicker than the bus. With the traffic the journey can take anything from 1-2 hours. You’d only need one taxi.
Hello Frista! you look very kind and available answering all question about java!
Me and my girlfriend are just arrived in jakarta and we would like to move to Pangandaran tomorrow . We red online from others blog about the direct bus from kampung rangutan terminal, but we can’t find any time schedule and we don’t know when to get there!because it’s pretty far away from where we are staying at night we would like to have an idea on when to get there and don’t spend all day long waiting for the direct bus.Do you have any suggestions? Or any other options to get to pangandaran?
Thanks you in advance for your time!
Leonardo and Virginia
Hi Leonardo, hope you had a great time in Pangandaran 😀 replied this on email. 😉
Helo Firsta !
Can you suggest which public transport should I take from the airport to Mangga Dua? I booked a hotel room in that area
Hi Rin,
There is a Damri bus from Airport (CGK) to Mangga Dua. 🙂 It is Rp 40,000 one way per person.
Hi Firsta! Your post is so informative! Thank you. I’m arriving CGK on the 11th morning. What is the best route to go to big hotel? Mangga Dua or Gambir? If Mangga Dua, the bus stops at the Shopping centre? Thank you in advance! 🙂
Regards,
Pat.
Hi Pat. You can take the bus direct to Gambir station if you want. That is the cheapest option. A taxi is more expensive, but more convenient.
Ah, I see. I’m staying at Big Hotel. So after alighting at Gambir how do i proceed?
I’d like to know Damri Bus’Time table,especially a first depart time of Damri Bus which go from Jakarta airport to Gambir.
Hi Joonsup Chang, Thanks for stopping by on my blog. Perhaps around 06:00 am.
Hi Firsta,
What bus should we take from airport to Taman Mini? Thanks
Hi Azeleen,
Thank you for stopping by here. You should take the one to Kp. Rambutan (Kampung Rambutan). I think it should stop somewhere near Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII). Please ask to the Damri ticket counter to make sure. 🙂 Have a great time exploring Jakarta.
Hello Firsta,
Good day, We will be arriving in Jakarta this coming Jan 29 1145 in the evening Soekarno Hatta Airport..We are booked in Big Hotel Jakarta Mangga Dua..How far is our hotel from the airport?? and probably how much will it costs us for the taxi?? Our first time to visit Jakarta. Please reply soon. Thanks
Hi Pauline,
Thank you for stopping by here. I don’t know the taxi fare from the airport to Mangga Dua. Probably around Rp 200,000-250,000. Not sure. Just pick Blue Bird or Express or Gamya. They are reliable taxi companies. Have a great time in Jakarta.
hi
im going to jakarta very soon. there are about 9 person. what is the taxi rate from jakarta to bekasi. how long is the journey. how to get taxi from the airport. tqvm
Hi Sue,
Not too sure about the taxi rate from Jakarta to Bekasi (for 9 people). 🙁 Sorry can’t help.
To get taxi from the airport just simply go to the taxi counter. I recommend Blue bird and express taxi.
Hi,
I will be visiting Jakarta on 31st March till 4th April this year. This will be my first time and I am traveling with 3 others. Appreciate if you could suggest the best area to stay for easy transport, shopping and food.
Thank you
Hi Nirmala,
Thamrin / Cikini area is great. I’ll send more details via email. 🙂
Hi,
May I have a copy of the same details , please.
Regards
Sent to your email.
Me, too, please, Firsta. I will be arriving very late on the 12th. The bus will not go at that time, right? Could you recommend somebody who could show me around? I will be staying some days.
Best regards, Saido
Hi Saido,
So sorry for the late reply. I was having a limited internet connection for the last 3-4 days.
I hope you are enjoying your time in Jakarta.
Thank you Firsta, it’s quite a unique experience here 🙂
i think that I will have discovered most for the time and fly to Malaysia’s Chinese New Year celebrations tomorrow.
But will come back in a week to explore more!
Hi,
i am going to jakarta very soon.
I am going to stay at Millennium Hotel Sirih Jakarta
Jl H Fachrudin 3, Jakarta, Jakarta, 10250,
I want to take Damri Bus to my hotel.
1. Where to begin ?
2. Where to drop ( which station) ?
3.How to continue to my hotel?
4. What will be the fare?
5.What is the taxi rate instead?
6.How long is the journey?
Is there alternatives to Taxi and Bus, like trains or Metro to my hotel ?
Thanx
Hi Bader,
1. Where to begin ? – the Damri shelter.
2. Where to drop ( which station) ? – I think GAMBIR.
3.How to continue to my hotel? – You can ask the Damri bus to stop at Abdul Muis street (across Millennium Hotel). If they can’t drop you off there, then you take a taxi / motorbike taxi from Gambir to your hotel
4. What will be the fare? – It is stated on the article.
5.What is the taxi rate instead? – Taxi should be above Rp 150,000
6.How long is the journey? – Depends the traffic 😀 It can be 1 hour, can be 2 hours.
Is there alternatives to Taxi and Bus, like trains or Metro to my hotel ? – No. Trains and Metro from/to the airport is not (yet) available at the moment.
Hi FIRSTA,
Thank you for your help.
I arrived today, Wednesday 17th of Feb , at 4PM.
Your guidance was very helpful.
I did requested the driver to drop me at Abdul Muis,
and he did, as it is the usual practice for him.
I regret not going by your recommendation for the other hotels :
– Amaris Hotel Thamrin City
– Holiday Inn Express Thamrin
And your favorite hotels near Thamrin:
– Kosenda Hotel
– Artotel Thamrin
I paid a visit to Holiday Inn Express Thamrin and Artotel Thamrin. They are far better than the millennium where I am staying. ARTOtel was offering picking up at the Airport,Breakfast,extra meal ( Lunch or Dinner),1 hour massage and drop at the Airport with less room charge.
Kindly tell me where to go for some places of OLD heritage Jakarta.
Somebody told me about KOTA.Any places else .
Finally, I will be leaving to Bogor after 2 days.
Please tell me how to get there budget wise.
Can I chat with you over the WhatsApp ?
If yes, please send me your number.
Once more thank you very much, you are great.
Yes Kota Tua is a great place to explore if you are looking for Old Heritage Jakarta.
You can easily go to Bogor with the train (commuterline). Can’t remember the ticket price, it should be less than USD 1.
Apologies, I am not doing Whatsapp chat for my blog purposes. Feel free to get in touch via comment box (here on my blog). I’ll try my best to reply. Have a great time in Jakarta.
good info
Hi
I intend to go to Indonesia few weeks later with my family and it is the first time for me, so I need some help .
thank u
Hi Jahbel,
Thanks for stopping by here. What kind of info that you need?
Hi dear
thank u very much for your kind response
I need to know how to get a smaal flat or a cheap inn for two or three days and then I will be leaving to Malang
Hi Jahbel, one of the best sites to go to find accommodation is Airbnb. 🙂
Or try Agoda too.
Hi Firsta,
Looking forward for my 2nd visit to Jakarta soon! Just wondering, my parents are about to touchdown in CGK at 10 am & is it possible for them to catch the train in Gambir to Bandung scheduled at 12.45pm?
It’ll be the first time for them to travel by themselves without me, kinda worried if they’ll get lost / couldnt find the DAMRI signage outside of the terminal =/
Hi Falina. Yes it would be possible for your parents to catch the train. Will have to make a video next time I go through Jakarta airport to show exactly where the Damri bus leaves from. It’s easy to miss it when leaving the airport if it’s your first time there..
Firsta,
I am planning a trip as solo traveler to Jakarta next March. I will not be arriving into the airport until after 7pm and will probably arrange transport. On my return I would like to save some money and take the Damri from Gambir. I need to know where exactly is this located….near the National Museum? Tried to find it on a map. Please give me some direction and I will keep in touch with my questions. Your assistance seems to be invaluable.
Thank you
Hi Glo. The Damri bus station is at the back of Gambir train station. If you ask at the train station people will direct you to the buses.
I personally think take a Damri bus from the airport at 7-8 pm is ok 🙂
Thank you. I just thought about another option. I am a young senior but a pretty bold traveler, but I think I will stay near the airport the first night. The rates may be pretty good because most people want the city.
The next day I will then travel to Kunnigan where the hotel is….not definite yet on which hotel right now in the city. Then I will take the bus.
What you think…any suggestions on hotels
Hi Glo,
I think it is better to go to the city on the first night, that will allow you to do city exploration in the morning.
But if you are thinking to stay near the airport for the first night, please check this article: http://discoveryourindonesia.com/hotels-near-jakarta-airport/. Hope it helps.
Firsta,
I did some more checking today after confirming my flight and I want to ask you about a few hotels in the Gambir area. Do you know anything about the G7 Hotel and MaxOne Hotel @ Sabang. I was booked at the new hotel in Ayaka Suites in Kunnegan??.
I thought maybe I would spend the first night at the Gambir location…..let them keep my bags after check out. Wonder around that area for museum, etc then head to the Kunnegan area to see that side of town. I don’t have but 2 1/2 days there before going on to Colombo. What you think about this and the hotels mentioned?
Hi Glo,
I will get in touch through email 🙂
Hi Firsta
We are 3 of us planing to come to jakartha for 3 day visit.
Can you ple help me on followings ;
1. How to get a care to go Jakartha City,
2. What are the budget hotels that we can stay.
3. What are the places we can see and how can we arrange it.
Your support is very much appriciated
Hi Dish. I just sent you an email regarding your enquiry 🙂
Hi Dish. I just sent you an email regarding your enquiry 🙂
Firsta,
I have finalized all my plans to Jakarta and my routing from airport. Thank you so much for your information. I found a great place to stay and now I have a traveling friend…so this will be a great trip. I like the West side of the city…did not want to be smack in the mist. I hope you tell the Dish there are a lot of budget hotels…but to be careful where they get one at. I have been good at using mapquest to take walks through the streets and back streets….boy it is so nice to be able to see locations online. Anyway, thanks and if you have someone who is looking for a luxury apartment…they can leave a message here and I will tell them.
Hi Firsta,
Firstly thank you so much for this informative website and thank you for being so responsive and helpful. God bless you!
I’m going for a solo religious retreat in Megamendung, Puncak, Bogor for 40 days so I have a HUGE luggage with me. I will be arriving in Jakarta and will be staying there for 2 nights because I want to shop at Tanah Abang first. So here are my questions:
1. From what I read from all the comments above, the cheapest way from the Airport is by Damri Bus to Gambir and take ojek to your hotel nearby Tanah Abang (Thamrin). Now can both transportation accommodate huge luggage?
2. What is your recommendation to travel to Puncak or Bogor from Tanah Abang budget wise? Again take into consideration my HUGE luggage.
3. Cheapest hotel/motel/air bnb nearby Tanah Abang walking distance, if you can recommend any?
Okay I think that’s all for now hehe. I definitely ask more when I have questions bugging my mind.
Thank you!! Have an awesome day!
Hi Asyifa,
Damri can accommodate a big luggage while Ojek is not possible. By Commuter Line (the train) is the easiest and cheapest, though I am not sure if they have certain rules regarding luggage. Sorry don’t really have recommendation for cheap hotel near Tanah Abang.
Have a great trip in Indonesia.
Thank you for taking the time to reply me, Frista. Truly appreciate it. Thank you for the reply, have a great day! 😉
Dear frista.
I will be going bandung via jakarta (taking airasia)
There will be 4 of us (2 adult and 2 child)
Planning to experience the beautiful lanskap via train.
Seeking your advice on transportation to gambir train station. Not sure either taking bus or taxi to gambir station.
And from bandung would like to take bus..can advise me type of bus? By d way my flight from jakarta to kuala lumpur around 6pm.
Thank you again
Hi Haizan,
As I stated in this article, you can take a Damri bus from the airport to Gambir train station. It cost Rp 40,000 x 4 = Rp 160,000. A taxi might cost you a tiny bit more expensive, around Rp 175,000 – Rp 225,000 (obviously depends on the traffic).
Apologies I don’t know about bus from Bandung to Jakarta. There are several minibus (we call it “Travel”), like: DayTrans. I think it cost around Rp 100,000 per person. Hope it helps.
Hi Firsta
There are 5 of us coming to Jakarta for 3 day visit in Aug.
Most of us are foodie craze, would like to know where is the best place in town to have authentic local food let it be stall or restuarant.
Hi Josh. There are lots of good places for Indonesian food. I always like to visit Lara Djonggrang in Menteng. It’s a nice restaurant with great food in a beautiful setting 🙂
Hi Firsta!
Is Gambir the city centre? Are the museums also within the area? It’s my first time in Jakarta and I will be there for two days. What can I do to maximize it? Thank you!
Hi Joanna,
Yes, Gambir is in the city center area. It is close to some museums (close to National Monument, Istiqlal Mosque as well) and easy access to Old town (with train from Gambir to Kota) or with TransJakarta bus.
Hi Firsta,
I’m putting up at Grand Cemara and am thinking of taking the bus to Gambir before walking to my hotel. As I’ll only be in JKT for a night, I will be carrying a small bagpack. My query are as follows:
1. Is it safe for me to walk from Gambir bus terminal / station to the hotel?
2. I have the perception that bus / train terminus are usually very chaotic and just like to check if is it safe for a young guy (who’s traveling alone) to alight from there and walk over to the hotel.
3. Would you recommend taking a taxi / private transport instead (i’m worried about being cheated and being driven to a different location).
Thanks in advance and looking forward to your reply
Ian
Hi Ian. The bus station is a bit chaotic, but it’s fine to walk to your hotel. You can also take a taxi if you want, as long as you have one with a meter they won’t cheat you. I’d recommend Blue Bird or Taxi Ku. Or download the Gojek app, which is very convenient for Jakarta.
Is there a Damri bus from Soekarno Hatta airport to Tang city in Tangerang or somewhere close by ?
Hi Teo. Yes there is a bus from Soekarno Hatta to Tangerang (it’s a district of Jakarta). Just ask at the counter.
dear firsta
i enjoy reading your blog. it is very helpful. my family and i are planning to visit jakarta in two weeks time. we will be staying at holiday inn kemayoran. if we take the damri bas, do we alight at mangga dua or blok m or gambir then proceed with taxi? which is nearer. or would you know the approx taxi fare from the airport?
Hi Zarina. A taxi would cost between Rp 150,000 and Rp 300,000. I would recommend a taxi if you are a group of 4 or more. There is a bus to Kemayoran. It costs Rp 40,000 per person.
Hi Firsta,
Trust you are well.
My apt is Thamrin Executive Resident, Jalan Kebon Kacang Raya ,Central Jakarta. Which Damri bus should I take from airport ? I heard one of the bus stops in front of this building.
Thanks for the help.
Regards,
Quang
I’d advise taking the bus to Thamrin. From there you can get a taxi or Gojek to the apartment.
Hi Firsta,
We are arriving 5 am in the morning at the CGK airport, is there Damri bus at that time to Ibis Styles Mangga Dua Square? How much is Taxi or does Uber work at the airport? Thanks.
A Taxi will probably cost you Rp 100,000 or more to Mangga Dua. The airport is a bit far out of town for Uber.
Hi Firsta,
I’m travelling to Jakarta for the first time next month. How much will it cost from the Airport to Kemayoran area and how long will it take to get there? Thanks
Hi Clare,
With the Damri Bus it costs Rp 40,000 per person. You can actually find the info in the article. Probably around 1-1,5 hours (depend on the traffic).
Hope you have a great time in Jakarta.
I’ll be staying in the Grand Mercure Kemayoran. Is there a taxi or public transport from the Kemayoran Bus Depot or is it fine to walk there?
Hi Clare,
Sorry can’t help because I never go there. Maybe you can ask at the Damri counter / the Damri bus driver.
Hi firsta,
Thanks for your useful info.
I would to go to community market to buy betta fish (address: jalan ks tubun no.3 dalam rt 001/04 no.39 slipi west jakarta barat).
I am staying at tomang residence jl. Kamboja 35, 11430 jakarta from 15-18aug.16. How can i go there by tax . Thanks again.
Hi George,
You can use Blue Bird taxi / Express taxi, or can simply download Uber / Grab app. All the best!
How much does it cost to take Grab from the CGK international airport terminal 3 to Holiday Inn Kemayoran?
Hi Angela,
probably somewhere around Rp150,000 to Rp200,000.
hi firsta!
I will be staying at Pullman Central Park Jakarta? If I will take a dimri bus where will I drop off? Can you please help me thanks
hi i am also 1 of all above traveling for the 1st time to jakarta, i had booked Hotel Mercure jakarta kota for 1 week in august worried if is it the good 1 or not. want to stay in budget hotel in central jakarta near malls.
Hi Kunal Gupta,
Is it Mercure Sabang in Jalan Agus Salim? If yes, you are in the city center and it is a good location and easy access to several malls in Jakarta. 🙂
Not sure if Mercure is a budget hotel, I think it is a midrange.
Always check trip advisor for the rating and comments. This is the best way to find out if you are staying at a good place or not.
Good luck
Hi Gloria, that is true. 🙂
Is there possibility to take the metro or subway from Jakarta Internationa airport to the Mercure HotelSimatupang in Jakarta South?
Hi Shaun. Yes it is possible.
Hi,
Can you exchange currency at the airport or have atm?
Best transportation option to North Jakarta?
Thanks!
Hi Harold. I’d advise the ATM and use a money changer in town. Exchange rates at hotels are always pretty bad. Hope that helps 🙂
hi
how much is the cost for 1day car rental with driver.
i plan to book for 1day on 9aug, pickup 0900am from thamrin city and bring us around jakarta for 1day and send us back to the airport at 1800hrs.
please advise cost includes driver, petrol and toll to the airport.
Hi Yati. Thanks for getting in touch. You can find the price for the Jakarta car rental here.
the cheapest way from gambir station to mangga dua ? i’ll be arriving in gambir from bandung today at 11.35am i know its gonna be jammed(macet) do you have any solution for this ? taxi or bus or any other transportation ill be coming alone ?
The easiest and fastest Azim is probably Gojek, which is a motorbike taxi app.
Hi FIRSTA,
I will be coming to Jakarta with a friend next week for a day and later go for Bali. We will be staying at ‘The Cipta Hotel’ in Jalan Jaksa.
Could you please me the cheapest way and convient way from the airport to jalan jaksa for 2 people? Our flight lands at the 1:30pm.
Also, what could be done and seen in Jakarta in 24hours?
Hi Rizwan. I would recommend taking the Damri bus to Gambir.
Me coming from India via Bangkok to Jakarta on 7th September 2016.I want to Go to Pasar Bahu Are to Sikh Temple called Gurdwara Sahib.Guide me how to get cheapest transportation.Any Bus or Train .
Thanks
Hi Pritpal. I would recommend taking the bus. You can ask at the bus counter outside the airport regarding which bus you should take.
Dear Firsta. We are an older couple and we shall arrive Jakarta Airport cgk by Air Asia from Kuala lumpor on 21december 2016 at 02:45 PM. We have booked at Manhattan Hotel that located on Jl, Prof Dr Satrio 1, Casablanca kuningan, setiabudi, Jakarta
Please my dear inform or explosion for us the best options and the fare to reach the Manhattan Hotel from the Airport. Please mail me the options and Thank you very much
Best Regards
Venus
Hi Venus,
The best way is to take a taxi, you can choose between Blue Bird, Gamya or Express Taxi. Apologies it has been a while I didn’t go to Jakarta, I don’t know exactly how much does it cost. Perhaps between Rp 150,000 – Rp 200,000. Have a great trip to Indonesia.
Hi Firsta,
I will arrive in terminal 2 at 13.30 and will continue my flight from terminal 1 to catch a flight at 17.00. Im thinking of taking a taxi, will the taxi driver take me on such a short distance? How long does it take from terminal 2 to terminal 1 by taxi? How much? Do i have enough time to eat bakmi gm at terminal 2? thanks.
Hi Vini,
Yes, the Taxi should be able to take you the short distance. Btw, there is a free shuttle service between terminals (the bus is yellow). As long as it doesn’t take a long time to collect your luggage, you should be fine to eat Bakmi GM first before moving to Terminal 1.
Sorry, don’t know how much the taxi costs. All the best.
Hi! Thank you for this useful article. We will be in Jakarta soon and staying at the Ibis hotel close to the airport. We would like to catch the 8 or 8:50am train from Gambir station to Yogyakarta but I’m afraid we won’t arrive at Gambir on time with the Damri bus. Any idea when the first one leaves the airport in the morning? Or do you have any suggestion on how we should get to the station from our hotel?
Thank you very much 🙂
Hi Greg, the Damri bus to the airport start around 4 AM, so I think from the airport to Gambir is available from 5 AM.
To be safe and simple, just take a taxi from your hotel. 🙂 You don’t need to go to the airport first to catch the Damri bus.
HI, MY Wife and I are leaving for Jakarta on 21st September 2016 . Our flight will arrive at Jakarta around 4pm.
We intend to go straight to Bandung for a couple of days. Can you advise me how to go on a budget trip.
We will put up a night on 25th September 2016 as our flight back to K>L. is on the 26th.
Appreciate if you can guide me on the above.
Thank you.
Hi,
From the airport Jakarta, you can go to Gambir train station with the Damri bus and get a train from Gambir to Bandung (need to pre book the tickets). If you can ride a scooter, perhaps renting a scooter in Bandung or go to places with the public transport (Angkot) can be a good way to do a budget trip.
please advise me on my request from your end.
What to do in Bandung
Any good budget hotel in Bandung
Any good budget hotel in Jakarta and what to do in Jakarta.
Thank you.
Hi Tan Seah Hean,
Unfortunately I don’t have that much knowledge about Bandung.
I don’t have a list about good budget hotel in Jakarta, I only have best 5 star hotel in Jakarta list. Check this article for inspiration on things to do in Jakarta: To do in Jakarta.
Hi Firsta,
When I took Bluebird cab from CGK to my hotel, the driver demanded extra 10,000 R for airport surcharge when I pay. What is the surcharge about ? Do I have to pay ?
Thanks
Hi Quang, I am not sure what is the surcharge is for, but it is their policy/mandatory.
Hi Quang, i guess this is the amount the taxis pay to park at the airport.
Hi~ Firsta,
Thank you for help.
I will be coming to Jakarta with my family (2 adult. 2 child) .
We arrive from lombok arond 8:00PM .(but i don’t know exact time because i heard domestic flight is delayed so often)
Anyway we going to Bogor, I can’t find Damri bus time schedule.
What time is the last bus to bogor.
If i miss the last bus , will stay near by airport . and early the next morning move to bogor. can you tell me Damri bus schedule and
best way to bogor . (Damri bus or train )
Thank you ^^
Hi Iris,
Damri bus (to Jakarta area) is available until 11 PM. There is a Damri bus to Bogor, but I am not sure about the schedule. I am assuming they will still be available until 09:00 PM. All the best for your travels.
Hello Frista,
Thanks for Putting this information.I Would like to know if there is any train to South Jakarta[Pasar Minggu] or near stations from Airport directly as i’ve heard it takes 3-4 Hours for Damri to reach Pasar Minggu
Hi Kevin,
I am not sure. :/ Probably go to Gambir (by Damri) and go from Gambir to Pasar Minggu (by train).
Hi Frista,
Could I buy domestic air ticket from Jakarta to Bali at CGK when I arrive and fly right after that?
Thanks & Regards,
Lam Tran.
You can do, but there’s always the chance it will be sold out. I’d recommend buying the ticket before to be safe.
Hi Lam Tran,
I don’t think you can buy it at the airport. You can buy online though using your laptop / mobile.
This is sufal. I am a tourist. Need to go Jakarta. Basically need to visit this place (Sekolah Pelita Harapan Lippo Village). So if i book any hotel’s from there Like (ZEN Rooms Tangerang Binong-Address: Located in Paragonbiz Hotel, Jl. Raya Binong Kav. 9, Kelurahan Binong, 15810 Nalagat, Indonesia
Or,
RedDoorz Near Lippo Karawaci-Address: Jalan Zamzam Raya Blok B1 no. 7, 15413 Karawaci, Indonesia
Or,
Yasmin Hotel Karawaci-Address: Jalan Raya Binong No.8 Curug, Tangerang, 15810 Karawaci, Indonesia), what should i do? Can i use bus service form Airport to any of those Hotels? Or need to reserve taxi? Please anyone suggest me about that… And please share with me the Bus rent or TAXI rent from Airport to those Hotel. Thanks in advance
Hi FIRSTA,
firstly thanks for this information. I would like to travel cheapest way possible haha, so according to this writing, I should take the bus to Gambir, yes? I need to go to Jakarta near Plaza Senayan, FX Mall sudirman. so from Gambir, is there a bus or train to go to the place? Thank you for your help!
Hi Radz. Glad you found the information useful. You can catch a taxi from Gambir to the Trans Jakarta and then take the Trans Jakarta to FX Mall. Hope that helps.
Hi
I am visiting Jakarta on December 1st week.
How can I go to Jakarta to Bandung? What is the time duration and travel distance please?
It is around 160 KM. You can go by minibus (I think you’ll be able to find it from Jakarta’s airport) or by train. The duration around 2-3 hours.
Hello Firsta! do you know how can I get from the airport to Manteng in the cheapest way? (by bus, if it’s posible!)
Terima kasih banyak!!!
Hi Carolina,
Get the Damri bus to Gambir and you can get a motorbike taxi / taxi from Gambir to Menteng. Good luck!
Hi. I am planning a virgin trip for me, hubby and our 9 years old boy to Jakarta this March. Not to sure what we should look out as a family adventure as well as accomodation and shopping. what are your advise on this? Thank you.
Hi Aida,
You can visit the old town (Kota Tua), Jalan Surabaya, and explore around Thamrin area for shopping (two malls: Grand Indonesia, Plaza Indonesia, and Thamrin city and also not very far from Tanah Abang the textile market). For accommodation, I personally like Cikini-Sabang area, please also check this article for more info about Jakarta.
Hello Firsta,
may i know what kind of taxi i can take from jakarta airport to Bogor Cisarua Puncak if arrive airport 10pm? pls adv.
Hi Fizah, I’d advise arranging a car rental or maybe trying with Uber. A metered taxi will be very expensive given the distance you’ll be travelling.
Hi Firsta,
First of all, I LOVE your blog! It has so many valuable information. Do you know if it is safe to take Uber from the airport to the hostel? We are landing after midnight and I saw Uber is pretty cheap. What transportation option do you suggest for travelers arriving after midnight?
Thank you in advance!
Hi Sue. Yes Uber should be fine (as long as they do Airport pickup). If not you can always get a taxi from in front of the airport. Hope that helps 🙂
Hi firsta…i really love reading ur blog as it gives a lot of information..
I am planning a trip to go yogyakarta this october..so can you give me some suggestions on the cheapest way to go to yogya from seokarno hatta airport instead of taking the plane??
Hi Maya, probably taking the economy train or bus (I never try bus). However, also check the business class train ticket price as they usually not that expensive and it is really convenient to transfer Jakarta airport – Gambir station (using Damri bus).
Business and Executive trains depart from Gambir train station, Economy train departs from Senen / Jatinegara train station. All the best!
Hello Firsta, We are coming to Jakarta on March 1 and we will arrive midnight, what will be the safest transportation going to The Margo Hotel in West Java.Are there uber taxis available and how much will be the estimated fare for the trip. Thanks
Hi Mylene,
Sorry for the late reply. Not sure where Margo hotel is. Is it in Depok? Probably order a taxi: Blue Bird.
Hope you have a great time in Indonesia.
Hello Firsta; found your blog very informative and helpful. I am travelling Jakarta in 2nd week of March and will take a return flight on 19th March.
I have some tight schedule ; after finishing my work at Lippo Village, Klp. Dua, Tangerang, Banten at around 4:30- 5:00 PM ; what will be best option to reach airport by 6 PM ?
Thanks !
Hi Hrsujit,
That is tight timing. Maybe you can get a motorbike taxi or a taxi. All the best!
Hi, Firsta. How much roughly will it cost to take a taxi from Gambir to Thamrin? Thanks.
Hi Ellie,
Probably around Rp 50,000.
Hi Firsta,
I am planning to go to Jakarta @ December for my family trip for 5D4N. My major intention just for sightseeing, eating around…. will go to Jakarta Zoo as will.
What is your suggestion for me to book the Hotel, which area is more convenient for us? Is public transportation is easy for 5 of us?
Thank you
Hi Eng,
For a group of 5 people, it is easier to rent a car rather than use the public transport.
I personally love Thamrin, Cikini area.
Thank you Firsta for your reply.
Where can i find car rental? should i need to booking earlier online? i would appreciated if you can introduce me…
Once again, thanks for the advise given
Hi Eng Khoon Seng,
Unfortunately I don’t have any recommendation in regards to car rental. Try to arrange it through your hotel maybe?
I found a Hotel located at Jalan Bungur Besar Raya, is it ok?
Hi Eng Khoon Seng,
I am sure it should be ok. It is in Kemayoran area and usually the traffic quite bad (but the traffic in Jakarta everywhere is more or less the same). Just check the tourist attractions that you would like to visit and find a hotel where it is strategically located in the middle of it. Have a great time in Jakarta.
Hi Firsta,
Next month I’ll go to jakarta and hope to visit Yogyakarta by train, please tell me is possible to buy a train ticket just before 48 hours departure time.
Thank you.
Hi Firsta,
Thanks for your advice and I tried to buy a train ticket online but I couldn’t do it something went wrong (my credit card didn’t accept on that website. so I bought an air ticket (used same credit card) because I thought if tickets are sold out I won’t be able to go either way
Anyhow thanks again for your reply …..
Cheers
Hi Udaya,
I am glad to hear that you got your flight ticket ok. Yes, I’ve heard several times that the train ticket website doesn’t accept some foreign cards.
Hi Udaya, I am glad to know that you got your flight ticket ok. Yes, I have heard that the train ticket website doesn’t accept some foreign cards.
Arrived at CGK on the 19th of May 2017 without doing my home work and went to the taxi dispatch desk(called blue taxi) immediately outside arrivals terminal 2.They charged me Rp400,000 to go to Sabang central Jakarta fixed rate but clearly at least twice the going rate,so be warned.During my stay used Blue Bird taxi’s and found that they were best value for money.
Hi Trevor. I’m sad to hear you had those problems. It’s always best to get a taxi from the waiting area outside of the airport as these are on a meter with a small additional charge based on area (normally around Rp 200,000 for anywhere in Jakarta).
Hi Firsta,
need your advise as i ll be travelling to jakarta soon for buy some soccer cleats for a reasonable price. what is the best area to stay?
Hi Vijai,
Sorry I don’t know where you can get soccer cleats with a good price. Umm.. maybe Mangga Dua? You can stay at Mangga Dua or Kemayoran area.
Wish you a great trip in Indonesia.
hi firsta,
sorry to bother you again, can i have your whatsapp or viber number please?
Hi Vijai,
No. Apologies, I only use my personal number for family and close friends.
You can send us an email or comment through the blog if you have any questions. Hope you have a great time in Indonesia.
okay, i just need a favor. the shop i found is on tokopedia but i need to contact the seller directly unfortunately owner is not answering
below is his shop link
https://www.tokopedia.com/cross-sport
Hi Firsta, been to Jkt few years back. 3/8/17 flying in to attend cousin wedding on 5/8/17 near CILANDAK TOWN SQUARE area. I will take the bus to Gambir, from Gambir station , how to go to Cilandak area. ( saya tidak info pada cousin saya, saja nak surprise kan dia )
Hi Mohzan bin Hashim,
That is sweet of you! I think there is a Damri bus from the airport to Lebak Bulus area, which is really close to Cilandak. From Lebak Bulus (I’m assuming the last stop is at the bus terminal), you can get a taxi/Uber/Grab. It should be easy. All the best for your travels and hope you have a great time in Jakarta.
Hello again Firsta,
I would like to thank you so much for this entry because it helped me last year and save me lots of money from going by taxi. Because I read your blog here, I take DAMRI to the area of FX Sudirman, I didn’t remember where I drop off, but I just tell the bus driver Sudirman. I didn’t know where is my hotel, but just walking around and asking people, it’s just about 15 minutes walk and I arrived safely. I came for a swimming pool competition and so when I tell the Jakarta friends that I take DAMRI, they are all surprised and laugh hahaha. They said, even them don’t take Damri, but they said I’m good traveller 😀
Now, this year, I’ll go again in October for the same competition, but this time they changed the place to Lippo Karawaci Tangerang. May I ask your help again this time if there is also some cheap option like that. From my search in Google Map, it seems that it needs 5 hours! to reach there from airport if I am to take bus. By car is 1 hour plus. Are these the only option? Thank you in advanced again for your answer. Looking forward to hear from you 🙂
Hi Radz,
I am glad you got the chance to try the Damri bus and save money 😉
I am sure there is a Damri bus from the airport to Karawaci. Not sure where the (last) stop for it is, but it should be easy to catch.
You can ask the lady at the counter/the bus driver. Good luck!
Hi Firsta,
Thank you! I’ll try that, I’m sure I can do it 😀 thanks!
Hi Frista,
Your blog is really helpful for firs timer traveling to Jakarta. We’re planning to go to Jakarta in September and will be staying at an apartment in Kalibata. There’ll be 3 of us and would it be better for us to take the Damri Bus or the BlueBird Taxi, upon our arrival?
If Damri bus is the choice, could you inform us where do we stop to get to the Kalibata Apartment?
Thanks in advance! ?
Hi Sofie,
If you are a group of 3, then it is better to get a taxi. Blue Bird is one the best taxis. A taxi should cost around Rp 160,000-ish (include the toll fee).
Damri Bus cost Rp 40,000 per person and you might need a taxi to go from the bus stop to the apartment. Have a great time in Jakarta!
Hello Firsta
Your suggestions & advise very helpful to me.Lots of Thanks.
I had already visited Jakarta & prefferes Damri Bus as i was Alone.
Regards
Singh Pritpal
Glad you found the information helpful.
Hello Firsta,
Thank you so much for your helpful site. Especially for travellers coming to Indonesia for the first time it is very helpful! So am I.. I plan to visit Java end of October/November. I read on an Indonesia Expat site that the train to Jakarta should be available as of mid July 2017. Can you confirm if it is already running and if this is a better option than bus or taxi? Cause I can’t find any posts on the internet if the railway is already operational.
Thanks a lot again and regards from the Netherlands.
Franca
Hi Franca,
The train is not yet available. I heard the airport train will be available either in November or December.
Thank you for your reply Firsta !
Hi Frista,
Thank you so much for the tips! Appreciate it so much. ???
We’ll be flying to Jakarta next week.
Hi there!
Your information is very helpful, but I wonder if it is still like this! I am going to land in Jakarta the 28th of october at 6pm, but would like to go to Bandung the same day. There is a train from Gambir at 8pm and I wonder if it’s possible to make it in time if I take the damri bus around 7pm to the station.. thanks in advance!
Fee
Hi Fee,
It is a bit difficult to reach Gambir from the airport in 1 hour. There is a shuttle bus/travel (mini bus) from the airport to Bandung.
Hope you have a nice trip in Indonesia.
Hi Frista!
Great blog! Just wonder how’s the cost in 2017 now..? Im going to Jakarta next november and will stay in orchardz industri hotel..can u recommend me any places that i can go with my mom and the public transport? and the cost to get around too.. plus will the train is ok to take? ??
Dear Nie,
I think the cost is still the same. You can go to the old town (Kota Tua), Mangga Dua area for shopping and the Monas (National Monument) area.
Yeah train is ok, just avoid the peak hours. Hope you have a great time exploring Jakarta.
Hi Firsta,
Thank you so much for this post. Thanks to you my first solo travel adventure started stress free. I arrived at the airport, followed your guidelines and got to my hostel in a budget friendly way (I took the Damri bus). I’m working on a travel blog myself and would love to link back to this amazing post if you don’t mind. Everyone how wants to travel budget friendly to Jakarta should read this! My blog isn’t online yet, but I’ll make sure to send you the url once it’s up in the air.
Lara
Dear Lara,
I am happy to hear that you had a stress free start to your adventure. Sure feel free to link to my post if you find it useful.
Good luck with your travel blog! 🙂
Hi Firsta
We will go to Jakarta next month. We are group of 5. What type of transportation suits for us to get from the Soekarno Hatta airport to Thamrin?
Hi Zetty, for a group of 5 it is better to get a taxi 🙂 You can use Silver Bird (by Blue Bird)/Tiara Taxi (by Express). Have a great time in Jakarta.
Hi Adam,
Is the expo held in Kemayoran area or Senayan area?
How about Uber? I was reading about UberX and UberMOTOR in Jakarta.
Yes there is that option too. Previously the online booking/reservation vehicles are prohibited to operate at the airport, but now it is possible.
Hi, I am going to jakarta on 16 Dec 2017 just after 2 days. I am going to stay at thamrin, may you tell me please, how much it will take by blue bird taxi from CGK airport including all toll fees at the morning?
Hi Chistia,
Sorry for the late reply. Hope you enjoyed your time in Jakarta.
Hi good day firsta i been read you tips can you suggest us what is the best rideand tje chepest one airport to reddoorz hotel near plaza indonesia we will arrive from philippine 23:30
Hi Norj, if you are a group of 3 people, just get a taxi. If you are alone or two people, then get the Damri bus to Gambir and you can walk a tiny bit to get the Trans Jakarta bus that goes to Thamrin (Plaza Indonesia area). Btw, they just recently open the train to/from the airport to the city center. I don’t know how much does it cost, but it should be a convenient way to reach the town (as you won’t get the traffic). Have a great time in Indonesia.
Hi! Your blog is very helpful! I read what you wrote about the train to/from the city center. I’m flying in from Jogja so I’m guessing I’ll be at Terminal 3. Can I already take the train? Also, is it true that Uber can pick you up at Terminal 3 or is the pick up area far from the airport?
Hi MissAM,
I think you can order Uber from the airport, it is not a problem now. Please read this article to find out more about it.
In regards to the train, do you mean the Sky Train? I think now you can access it from all terminals (1,2 and 3). When I tried it, it was from Terminal 2. All the best for your travels.
Hi Firsta,
This is very helpful, I am from the Philippines and I will be visiting in Jakarta this coming August. I am so excited to explore the capital and will get to visit historical landmarks and meet hopefully new friends there.
All the Best,
Kim
Hi Kim,
I hope you have a great time in Jakarta 🙂
I am going to Jakarta again for the first time in 25 years. I would like to try the new airport train to the city. I read some comment on other travel site that seems to be quite odd. The poster claimed that he was unable to buy the train ticket because you must pay with a credit card or debit card in their ticket machine, and no cash was accepted and no ticket selling window as well. Can you confirm this. Thank you
Hi Ken,
Yes as far as I know you can’t pay cash, you have to use debit/credit card or e-money (if you buy the ticket on the spot). You can also buy it online through this website: https://reservation.railink.co.id/. Hope this helps and have a great time in Indonesia.
HI Firsta,
Can you please advise us how to go to Taman Mini Indonesia Indah from the Airport please?
Hi Maricor,
I think you can take the Damri bus to Kampung Rambutan and ask them to drop you off at the closest point to Taman Mini. You have to walk a little bit.
Hope you have a great time in Indonesia.
Hello Firsta
Thank you for your travel blog as I found it very informative.
I am travelling to Jakarta with my wife and two young children. We will arrive on 28 April 2018 and will head to Depok and will stay near Margo City Mall.
Can you suggest the best way to get to Depok? We are unsure if we should hire a driver or catch a taxi and how much this costs?
Dear Brandon,
Thank you for getting in touch. If you are a number of 4 people, it is better to get a taxi.
If you can arrange a pick up service from your hotel that is great option too I guess. Not sure about the rate since I haven’t visited Depok recently.
Hope you have a great time in Indonesia.
Thank you for your prompt response
Hi, thank you for sharing this article with us. My friend and I will be arriving at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around 06:30 on a Friday in June. Around 20:00, we have our next flight to our final destination. We would love to visit some place in Indonesia close to the airport. What would you recommend? I heard from multiple people the traffic around Jakarta is terrible, so that wouldn’t be really an option for us I guess? What can we do during this day, i.e. what would you recommend? Thank you!
Hi Ann,
What date in June? and is it 6:30 am or pm? I guess it is 6:30 am right?
I think you have enough time to visit some places in Jakarta if you are arriving at 6:30 am and your next departure is 8 pm.
You can also use the train back to the airport, or get a taxi if the traffic is ok.
PS: If it is the week 11-18 June, you are lucky! Jakarta will be ’empty’ because a lot of people go to their hometown to celebrate Idul Fitri. Safe travels.
Hi,
I have connecting flight in Jakarta. I will arrive 1AM and my next flight leaves 11AM in the morning. Where is a good place to stay to kill time or have a good breakfast near the airport where I can take a glimpse of Jakarta.
Hi,
I am not too sure to be honest.. There are a few of midnight food stalls but they usually close at 2 AM.
A lot of places (good restaurants/cafe) open at 7-8 AM.
I don’t think you can get back in time for your flight at 11 AM, assuming you have to be at the airport at 10 AM.
Hi. Thanks alot for the elaborate discription of how to get to hotels etc. It is very helpful. Just curious about a few things if u can help me out. I have almost 6 nights in indonesia. Planning 3 in Bali. U recommend 3 in jakarta or should I go for yogya?
Last thing. My hostel is offering a ride for 190 idr. Looks like a fair price to you for north jakarta.
Thanks and keep writing such good information blogs. Love them
I would recommend to go to Yogyakarta 🙂 It’s one of my favourite destinations in Indonesia.
190rb sounds ok, just a tiny bit expensive. If you are a group more than 2 people I think it is ok 🙂 Have a great fun!
hi Firsta, i’m going alone to bekasi from CGK.
1. which is best transport option that is cheap, reliable and most importantly safety. is there really damia bus to bekasi from CGK?
2. do u know any construction site in bekasi city which is developing a commercial building? if u dont know, can u suggest where i can get the info?
Dear Nat Port,
Apologies for the late reply. Yes there is Damri bus from CGK to Bekasi. Please make sure which area of Bekasi that you are going to.
They usually have East Bekasi and West Bekasi. About your second question, I’m sorry I don’t know about it.
HI,
firsta saya bakal ke jakarta pada tanggal 31 August 2018 jam 11.30 pm. dari Malaysia.
Blog anda sangat membantu. nnt saya kongsikan pengalaman saya menaiki DAMRI and explore jakarta.
ini merupakan pertama kali saya ke jakarta dan secara sendiri. Ojek itu boleh di access di Airport atau tidak?
Dear Benn,
Terima kasih atas pesannya. Saya belum pernah naik ojek dari bandara jadi saya tidka tahu apakah bisa access atau tidak.
Probably it is possible for drop off but not for pick up. I’m not sure..
Hope you have a great time in Indonesia.
Hi. ?
I’m from Philippines and it will be my first time in Indonesia. I’ll arrive at CGK on October 22, 2018 at 23:40 P.M.
And I’ll be heading to Yogyakarta afterwards. Can you give me the time schedule on the train which departs at Gambir Station to Tugu Yogyakarta station or from Pasar Senen Station- Lempuyangan Station? Or some tips going to Gambir Station from CGK Terminal 2. And where will I stay if the train availability at that time is not available. It would be a great help. ?
Hi Jonna,
You can easily open tiket. com or traveloka. com. You can check this article to learn more about it.
There are hotels at CGK airport. There is a capsule hotel that is good for a single traveller. Have a great time in Indonesia.
Yes, I’ve already read it and it’s so helpful especially for first timers. Thankyou ? and about your currency, which is better? To change my PH peso to USD here in philippines, then change it to RPH when I arrive there, or just bring my PH peso and change to RPH right away?
Hi, great article and wonder if you can help me?
Does the train stop anywhere near the tourist backpacker area? I am having real issues finding the train stops in the city!
I once took a cab from the airport and it was over 3 hours! Never again. I have actually avoided visiting Jakarta because of this experience.
Hi, you can take the Damri bus to Gambir. Actually the article talked about it. From the airport to Backpacker area such as Jalan Jaksa/Sabang area or Cikini area.
Hi Firsta,
Thanks a lot for your information which I found very useful.
I am flying to GCK in December and looking forward to catch the Damri bus to Gambir station. I understand your article is written in 2013. Kindly confirm if this Gambir service still runs every half an hour. If not, how often does it run?
Hi Sriyani, yes it is still more or less the same. Sometimes you only need wait 20 minutes, sometimes you need to wait a bit longer and sometimes your bus is just there (perfect timing!).
This article is updated continuously. 🙂
Thanks for your quick reply Firsta. Kindly let me know I it is a air conditioned bus.
It is. 🙂
Dear Firsta,
I am moving to Jakarta Jan (5th) and I am wondering what the cheapest way is to Jalan Jenderal Sudirman Kav. 58, RT.5/RW.3, Senayan.
Thank you so much for your help.
Kind regards,
Marte
Hi Marte, the cheapest way is using the Damri bus and then get a taxi from there. You can also get the train to BNI City Station and get a taxi from there, it is around 6-7 km only from the station to your address.
Hi Firsta,
Great article and lots of useful information. I am leaving for Jakarta this coming Friday, 18th of January. I am going to Kelapa Gading area which is north Jakarta. What do you recommend is the best way to get there? Cheapest is better but fastest is equally important as well. I am getting in to CGK around 3 pm. Your help is very much appreciated. Thanks in advance and thank you for putting up a helpful information for people visiting your country.
Hi Ernesto,
I’m sorry for the late reply. How was it? I think taxi is the best option to reach Kelapa Gading area.
My Father is working at Jakarta! He always inviting me to travel to indonesia Jakarta . He like to to visit there! HOpefully this may I go there.
Hope you can visit Indonesia soon! 🙂
Hi again Firsta,
Just like to get your comment on our late arrival on 22/2, expected time of arrival is around midnight (+23/2). For surely the airport train has stop operating by the time of our arrival. And of course the only option we have is by Taxi. We would like to know, how much will it cost for trip to Thamrin City from the airport.
Appreciate your kind comments on the above, please.
Thank you
Sofie
Dear Sofiah,
A taxi might cost around Rp 175,000. Get Blue Bird or Express Taxi, they do have meter in the taxi. You have to pay for the surcharge cost and the toll fee too. Hope you have a great time in Indonesia.
Dear Firsta,
Thank you so much for your kind comments and surely will have good time in Jakarta.
Best tegards,
Sofiah
Dear Firsta,
I’m coming to Jakarta this coming Friday and it’s my first time going to Kuningan city. I’ll be using AirAsia so obviously I’ll be landing at CGK. As a first timer, reading your article helped me to chill a bit since I was anxious on types of transportation available from CGK.
But still, any advice on which transport I should take?
Well, to be honest I planned on taking a taxi since I’m traveling with my mother. Do you know the estimation for taxi price from CGK to Kuningan city?
Thank you so much.
Dear Abigail,
Sorry for the late reply. If you are going to Kuningan City, I think it is better to take a taxi as it is straightforward. You can also take the train from the airport to BNI Baru station (nearby/around Sudirman) then take a taxi from there (Sudirman to Kuningan City is quite close). Good luck! Have a great time in Indonesia.
Hello. Please help me. I’m going to Yogyakarta via train this March 5 to 7. I’ll be arriving in Jakarta by 12am March 5. It’s my first time to visit Indonesia. From Jakarta airport to Gambir station via bus, how long is the travel?
Gambir bus station and Gambir train station is the same place?
Thanks.
Hi Sasai,
12am means 12 midnight? The journey from the airport to Gambir is around 45 mins to 1,5 hours. Gambir is a train station, there is no bus station there, but the Damri bus goes to Gambir station (this means the train station).
Hope you have a great time in Indonesia.
Yes, it’s 12 midnight. Does the Damru bus operates 24/7? If not, what time is the last bus to Gambir Station? And what time is the 1st bus to Gambir? Thank you for your answers.
Hi Firsta,
I am going to Jkt this April. I will be landing at CGK airport from Kuala Lumpur. I am trvelling with my family with an infant. What is the shorttest and easier way to get to the Jakarta Sentral/city? i plan to take the train as they are no chance stuck in traffic however I’m not sure if the arriving station ( Gambir/ BNI) is near the city?
If i were to take the taxi, I’m afraid i ll be stuck in traffic – please advice what is the peak time of traffic on Friday in Jakarta (so i can choose my flight time wisely, travelling with infant can be challenging ?)
Anyway i am planning to stay in central jakarta for 2 nights and jakarta selatan another 2 days. Can u advice which to go first, do i stay in same hotel or is these two place far (in distance, considering the traffic, let say im commuting using taxi) from each other? Another thing, is grab reliable in Jakarta? Thats all for now, ive been many time to Jkt (in the pas 5 year) but this is my first time taking my little family there
Thanks firsta! Hope to hear from you!
Salam from Kuala Lumpur
Hi Atikah,
Train is probably the best option considering the packed traffic. On Friday, it is a bit tricky. Traffic is usually quite heavy at after office hour time: 4-8 pm.
It is usually get worse if it rains. I would suggest to stay at the same hotel for 4 nights. What is your plan in Jakarta? Are there any particular places you would like to visit?
Yes, the train station BNI is at the city center, not very far from the Bunderan Hotel Indonesia (Bunderan HI) in Thamrin street.
Grab is reliable.
Hi Firsta,
We are arriving 8:30pm at Jakarta airport. And we are planning to take last train (10:00pm) at pasar senen train station going Yogyakarta. So that following morning we can explore yogyakarta
Would time be enough to reach pasar senen train station from Airport and doing other errands like getting board pass and check in? Thanks and really appreciate your reply
Hi Linggit,
I don’t think the travel time is enough from the airport to the train station.
With your arrival at 8:30 pm, I think it is not possible to arrive at Senen Train Station before 10 pm.
I would recommend to pick later departure from Senen.
Hi, can you please guide me the fastest (or cheapest) way to get from Soekarno airport to Blok M Square? Many thanks in advance.
Hi Hang,
I think there is a Damri bus from CGK (Soekarno Hatta airport) to Blok M. I think it goes to Blok M Plaza, from there you can walk to Blok M Square.
Hi,
From Jakarta airport by train to which train station? I have a conference in kota kasablanka, which is the cheapest to reach there?
Hi Candy,
I think the nearest to Kota Kasablanka is Sudirman Baru/Stasiun BNI City (BNC) station. You still need to get a taxi from there.
My personal opinion, maybe it is less hassle to just get a taxi straight from the airport.
Hi Firsta,
im going to Jakarta this coming september. From terminal 3,can i book GRAB from the arrival hall? is it private car or taxi? or should i just take taxi at the counter. Please advise.
thanks and much love
Hi Esya, I think there is a Grab pick up point at the airport.
I usually take a Blue Bird taxi, you have to take the queue number on the small machine near the waiting space.
Pricewise it is pretty similar. Hope you have a great day!
Hi Firsta,
Where do I catch the Damri bus from Soekarno Hatta Airport (CGK) to Kelapa Gading Mall?
Thanks.
Hi Vivien,
All the busses are now in the bus stop. I think each terminal has it (the bus stop), you can ask to the locket/counter once you are there.
Dear Firsta,
Firstly, thanks a lot for the work you’ve put into this, very helpful.
Question: which airport would you recommend to fly in, CKG or HLP, if the destination is the center of Jakarta?
Thanks,
Juris
Hi Juris, I think CGK is better, you can then get the train to BNI Baru station which is quite central.
HLP is great if you are planning to the east part of the town.
Hi, can you tell me how to go to Pasar Tanah Abang by train from the airport CGK ? Im going to Jakarta on this weekend 14 September.
Thanks for your help.
Hi Nurul, there is the small Damri minibus from the airport (CGK) to Mall Thamrin City.
Thamrin City Mall is close to Tanah Abang.
Hi there. Im traveling now to Jakarta and be arriving at CGK terminal 3. My accommodation’s address is Jl. Bank No 6 & 8, West Jakarta, 11110 Jakarta, Indonesia. Im wondering which transportation is the best for me to get there. Im thinking of choosing GRAB. Thank you!
Hi Ephy,
IS it Wonderloft Hostel? It is located near Kota Tua. The easiest way, yes take a taxi (online taxi such as grab or blue bird). Also, double-check at the Damri Bus counter if they have a bus to Kota Tua (the old town area). If they have it then you can take the bus (a better choice if you are travelling alone).
Hi Firsta,
Thank you for answering so many questions again and again. I hope you can still answer mine. May I ask if there is a bus from CGK airport to the Patal area, my hotel is Airy Patal 2, just opposite Apartemen Senayan. It’s nearby the Gelora Bung Karno stadium. If not, may I ask approximately how much is the taxi to go that area? Thank you.
Hi, I’m not sure to be honest. Maybe find a bus that goes to Senayan? I think there is a bus that can do drop off at the mall, try to find the one that goes to Senayan City Mall (Senci Mall). From there it’s a short taxi ride.
From the airport maybe around Rp200,000. Use Blue Bird taxi, they are using meter. 😉
Hi Firsta,
I’m from the Philippines. My family and I are travelling to Jakarta for the first time next week and we booked a hotel near Gajah Mada. Can you please guide me the fastest (or cheapest) way to get from Soekarno airport to Gajah Mada? We will be arriving at 12 midnight by the way.
Thank you.
Hi Mae, I would recommend getting a taxi. It is the best option for a group (especially if it is more than 2 people).
Find Blue Bird Taxi from the taxi counter. Hope you have a great time in Indonesia.
Hi Frista,
thank you for sharing all the tips, It is highly appreciated and very informative! Im going to Tanah abang with my family for tekstil shopping soon. Im wondering if pasar grosir tanah abang opens on Monday?
Hi Liyana, sorry for the late reply. Yes, I think the market opens every day.
Hope you have a great time in Jakarta.
Hi Frista,
Thank you for sharing, I’m going to Slipi area in Jakarta next month. My plan is getting the Airport Train to the BNI City Station then get Gojek online (Go-Ride), my question is whether the online transportation like Gojek (motorcycle) is allowed to go by the BNI city station or not?
Thank you
Hi Stefi,
Yes it is ok, you won’t have any problem taking the online transportation in Jakarta. They can go anywhere.
Hi Firsta, I planning to visit Jakarta next week and will be staying close to Thamrin City. What’s the best way to reach from CGK? Thanks for your help. Found the thread really interesting and informative.
Hi Tom, you can conveniently take the airport train. The stop is the BNI City (BNC) station. The station is 1 km from Thamrin City.
Hope you have a great time in Jakarta.
We, a family of 3 will be landing at CGK Terminal 2 by first week of April at around 1230hrs. After going through your blog, we are planning to take Blue Bird Taxi to our hotel in Central Jakarta.
Kindly advise where to get Blur Bird taxi outside Terminal 2?
How will be the traffic around that time?
How much will be the approximate taxi fare to expect and the toll?
By the way, your blog is very well written and informative.
Thanks in advance
Hi Neema,
You will not miss it, there is a big sign of taxi. And for Blue Bird, you have to take the queue number on a machine. Usually, the machine is not far from the waiting area of Blue Bird. The traffic around noontime is usually busy. I’m not sure about the fare, maybe somewhere below Rp200,000. They are using a meter and they can give you the proof of payment for the toll.
Hi Firsta
I am planning to visit Jakarta for first time with my wife arriving at CGK at 22:30, I want to book a room around 03 Kms close to popular landmarks like National monument and Istiqlal mosque, please advise a good hotel in the vicinity, also is it cheaper to book Airport shuttle from Hotel or taking taxi from Airport. Your guidance will be highly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
Hi Syed,
I’m not sure about your budget, but maybe try Mercure Hotel Sabang Jakarta, or Ashley Sabang. Hope you have a great time in Jakarta.
Firsta,
your guides are extremely complete and smart.
I would like to take the airport train to Gambir. How can I do this?
In what station I should go down in the city?
And from there to Gambir?
Thanks and congrats for your advises!!
Hi Alberto,
You need to get to the BNI City station and from there I think there is a feeder bus direct to Gambir.
I would recommend checking with the officer at the station at the airport before you board the train.
Hope you have a great time in Indonesia.
Hi Firsta,
Thanks very much indeed for the useful information! Could you give any advice about buying a data sim at Soekarno-Hatta airport? I consider taking a Telkomsel card, but it seems to be available only in Bali.
Cheers
Haije
Hi Haije,
Sorry for the late reply. I don’t have information on this, but you should be able to find it quite easily. I remember I saw several shops selling SIM cards at Bali/Denpasar airport. I assume it is the same for Jakarta airport.
Hi Firsta,
Thanks for the informative blog.
I’ll arrive at cgk after midnight, and will stay in Indonesia for 6 days. Initially plan to get Airbnb around taman anggrek/central park, will it be hard/expensive to take grab or blue bird at that time?
Or will it be a better idea to stay at capsule hotel for a night, and take public transportation in the morning?
Thanks,
Andreas
Hi Andreas, sorry for the delay. It should be ok to get a taxi at night. Just get a Blue Bird taxi!
Hi, I’m traveling from CGK airport to Pekalongan. Can I take the airport shuttle train to the main train station? Which station do I go to from the airport and where do I get off to take the train to Pekalongan?
Hi Bill,
Unfortunately, I haven’t personally traveled from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Pekalongan. However, based on my online research, you can take an economy train from Jatinegara Station in Jakarta to Pekalongan. The journey usually takes around 5 hours. Read this post to understand how to book train tickets in Indonesia – https://discoveryourindonesia.com/train-jakarta-to-yogyakarta/
To reach Jatinegara Station from the airport, you might be able to take a Damri bus. I’m not entirely sure about this, so it’s best to check at the Damri counter if there’s a bus going to or near Jatinegara Station. Alternatively, taking a taxi would be the most direct option.
Best of luck with your trip!