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Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail surpasses 18 million passengers in three years
Indonesia's Jakarta-Bandung high-speed railway has transported over 18 million passengers since launching three years ago, maintaining a 99.4% on-time performance rate across nearly 59,000 train journeys.
LSN Malaysia ·
The Jakarta-Bandung high-speed railway has transported more than 18 million passengers across its three-year operational period, establishing itself as a significant transport corridor in Indonesia's rail infrastructure.
Operational data reveals the service has completed 58,666 train journeys while accumulating over 8.9 million kilometres of travel. The performance metrics underscore the system's reliability, with the railway maintaining a 99.4% on-time performance rate throughout the period.
The project represents a substantial investment in modernising Indonesia's transportation network, offering an alternative to congested road routes connecting the capital with the West Java city of Bandung. The consistent passenger volumes and punctuality record suggest growing public confidence in the service.
The high-speed railway's success contributes to broader regional efforts to develop modern transit infrastructure across Southeast Asia. The service continues to position Indonesia as a key player in adopting advanced rail technology for regional connectivity.