Plan Your School Holiday Getaway with More Than 250,000 Discounted Train Tickets Still Available

Still looking for ideas to make the most of the school holiday weekend? Now is the perfect time to plan a memorable getaway with family. PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) invites travelers to take advantage of the government's 30% train fare discount program, provided through the Directorate General of Railways (DJKA), Ministry of Transportation. The promotion remains valid for travel until 5 July 2026, giving customers more opportunities to enjoy affordable, comfortable, and hassle-free journeys by train.

Public enthusiasm for the program continues to grow. As of 26 June 2026 at 10:00 WIB, a total of 924,105 discounted tickets had been booked, representing 78.67% of the total allocation of 1,174,624 seats. This means that 250,519 discounted tickets are still available for customers while the promotional quota lasts.

KAI Vice President of Corporate Communication Anne Purba said that weekends during the school holiday period remain one of the most popular times for families to travel together. She encouraged customers to plan their trips early, regularly check ticket availability, and choose their preferred departure schedules through the Access by KAI application for a smoother travel experience.

There is still an opportunity for the public to enjoy the government's 30% train fare discount through DJKA of the Ministry of Transportation. As we approach the weekend, we encourage customers to carefully choose their travel schedules so they can enjoy a comfortable, well-planned, and enjoyable journey with their families.

The strong demand for the promotion is reflected in booking trends during the early holiday period and weekends. The highest number of bookings was recorded on 21 June 2026 with 82,061 tickets, followed by 26 June with 80,544 tickets, and 20 June with 77,505 tickets. For the upcoming weekend, bookings reached 71,473 tickets for 27 June and 68,312 tickets for 28 June.

Customers who are still flexible with their travel plans may consider choosing dates with lower booking volumes for a more relaxed journey. On 30 June 2026, bookings stood at 34,255 tickets, while 1 July recorded 29,614 tickets and 2 July reached 30,913 tickets. These dates may offer families greater flexibility and a more comfortable travel experience.

School holidays are often a special time for families to return to their hometowns, visit relatives, or introduce children to the experience of traveling by train. Careful planning allows customers to choose the most suitable travel dates and departure times for their needs.

In terms of departure stations, Pasarsenen Station recorded the highest number of discounted ticket bookings with 111,570 tickets, followed by Yogyakarta Station with 65,625 tickets, Semarang Tawang Station with 43,705 tickets, Semarang Poncol Station with 39,644 tickets, and Lempuyangan Station with 37,087 tickets.

Meanwhile, the most popular destination stations were Pasarsenen Station with 104,340 tickets, followed by Yogyakarta Station with 69,339 tickets, Semarang Tawang Bank Jateng Station with 42,607 tickets, Semarang Poncol Station with 38,332 tickets, and Solo Balapan Station with 36,968 tickets. These figures highlight the continued popularity of major railway routes across Java, connecting city centers, educational hubs, tourist destinations, and family hometowns.

The busiest travel routes under the discount program were Lempuyangan–Pasarsenen with 15,665 tickets, Pasarsenen–Lempuyangan with 15,352 tickets, Pasarsenen–Yogyakarta with 13,235 tickets, Semarang Tawang–Solo Balapan with 10,870 tickets, and Surabaya Gubeng–Yogyakarta with 10,803 tickets.

Among train services, Joglosemarkerto recorded the highest number of bookings with 47,062 tickets, followed by Ambarawa Ekspres with 41,315 tickets, Pangrango with 37,592 tickets, Sawunggalih with 33,150 tickets, and Jayakarta with 28,682 tickets.

Anne added that the government's transportation discount program not only helps customers enjoy more affordable holidays but also contributes to local economic growth. Increased passenger mobility supports businesses around railway stations, including culinary vendors, accommodation providers, local transportation services, and small and medium-sized enterprises.

KAI sincerely appreciates the government's support through DJKA of the Ministry of Transportation in providing this transportation discount program. We hope it will encourage more people to enjoy safe, comfortable, and affordable train travel throughout the school holiday period.

KAI also encourages customers to book their tickets through the Access by KAI application, the official kai.id website, or other authorized sales channels. To ensure a smooth journey, passengers are advised to arrive at the station early, verify that their ticket information matches their identification, comply with baggage regulations, and keep a close eye on children while at the station and on board the train.

Safety and comfort remain our top priorities. We encourage everyone to make the most of the school holiday by traveling responsibly, respecting fellow passengers, and following the guidance of our railway staff throughout the journey.