Join the Holiday Rush! Nearly One Million Discounted Train Tickets Have Already Been Booked
School holidays are the perfect time to create unforgettable memories with family, and traveling by train is one of the best ways to make every journey part of the adventure. Whether you're planning a family getaway, visiting relatives, or introducing your little ones to their first train ride, KAI is ready to take you there.
Great news! KAI's 30% Transportation Discount Program is still available, and customers have shown incredible enthusiasm. As of 27 June 2026 at 10:00 AM WIB, a total of 987,851 discounted tickets had been booked for departures between 20 June and 5 July 2026, representing 84.10% of the total available quota.
That means there are still 186,773 seats waiting for travelers looking to enjoy an affordable holiday trip.
According to KAI Vice President of Corporate Communication, Anne Purba, school holidays provide the perfect opportunity for families to spend quality time together. The strong demand for discounted tickets reflects customers' continued trust in train travel as a comfortable, reliable, and convenient way to reach destinations across Indonesia.
"We're inviting everyone who is still planning their holiday to take advantage of the remaining discounted seats. Book early, choose your preferred travel dates, and make sure your travel information is complete before departure," said Anne.
Customer enthusiasm is especially visible during the holiday weekends. On 26 June, 85,397 customers traveled using discounted tickets, followed by 82,809 passengers on 27 June, and 76,685 passengers on 28 June, highlighting trains as one of Indonesia's favorite holiday transportation choices.
Overall, customer mobility during the 20 June–5 July 2026 holiday period has been impressive. Based on data updated on 26 June 2026, KAI recorded 2,278,245 passengers, including 924,105 discounted-ticket customers and 1,354,140 regular passengers.
Pasar Senen Station remains the busiest departure and arrival station during the promotion, while Yogyakarta, Semarang Tawang Bank Jateng, Semarang Poncol, Lempuyangan, and Solo Balapan continue to rank among travelers' favorite destinations.
Popular routes during the promotion include Lempuyangan–Pasar Senen, Pasar Senen–Lempuyangan, Pasar Senen–Yogyakarta, Semarang Tawang Bank Jateng–Solo Balapan, and Surabaya Gubeng–Yogyakarta, reflecting strong demand for both leisure travel and family visits.
Among KAI services, Joglosemar Kerto recorded the highest number of passengers during the discount program, followed by Ambarawa Ekspres, Pangrango, Sawunggalih, and Jayakarta.
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable travel experience, KAI encourages customers to arrive at the station early, travel with essential luggage, keep an eye on children while at the station, and follow staff instructions throughout the journey.
"School holidays are all about creating meaningful family moments. At KAI, we're committed to making every trip safe, comfortable, and enjoyable from the moment customers arrive at the station until they reach their destination," Anne added.
Travelers who are still planning their holiday getaway are encouraged to check ticket availability regularly through the Access by KAI app and KAI's official ticketing channels. Don't miss the chance to enjoy a fun, comfortable, and budget-friendly journey before the remaining discounted seats are gone.