{ "success": true, "data": { "id": 2042938, "msgid": "taking-the-train-makes-these-cities-more-appealing-to-visit-1792299045", "date": "2026-10-18 10:53:23", "title": "Taking the Train Makes These Cities More Appealing to Visit", "author": "", "source": "ANTARA_ID", "tags": "", "topic": "Business", "summary": "KAI data show passenger activity rose at several stations between January and September 2026, led by Bogor Paledang, where activity more than doubled. The railway operator says the figures reflect increasingly varied intercity travel, while highlighting destinations and attractions accessible from the stations; it cautions that the growth includes journeys for purposes beyond tourism.", "content": "

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The weekend is often a simple reason to travel to\nanother city: to enjoy different weather, seek out local food, explore\nhistoric sites, experience nature or simply spend time with family. Data\nfrom state-owned railway operator PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero), or\nKAI, show that in 2026 people\u2019s travel choices have also spread to a\nwider range of cities.<\/p>\n

Between January and September 2026, a number of stations recorded\nincreased passenger activity compared with the same period a year\nearlier. Passenger activity is the combined number of passengers\nboarding and alighting at each station. Among the stations with notable\ngrowth were:<\/p>\n

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  1. Bogor Paledang Station: from 395,471 to 825,011 passenger\nmovements, an increase of 108.61 per cent<\/p><\/li>\n

  2. Purwakarta Station: from 201,953 to 321,384, up 59.14 per\ncent<\/p><\/li>\n

  3. Air Tawar Station: from 258,929 to 330,554, up 27.66 per\ncent<\/p><\/li>\n

  4. Purwosari Station: from 404,603 to 494,319, up 22.17 per\ncent<\/p><\/li>\n

  5. Karawang Station: from 251,303 to 306,533, up 21.98 per\ncent<\/p><\/li>\n

  6. Weleri Station: from 310,031 to 369,880, up 19.30 per\ncent<\/p><\/li>\n

  7. Cilacap Station: from 305,180 to 358,605, up 17.51 per\ncent<\/p><\/li>\n

  8. Garut Station: from 282,518 to 330,612, up 17.02 per\ncent<\/p><\/li>\n

  9. Cepu Station: from 442,512 to 516,521, up 16.72 per cent<\/p><\/li>\n

  10. Semarang Tawang Station: from 2,853,733 to 3,329,748 passenger\nmovements, up 16.68 per cent<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    KAI Vice-President of Corporate Communications Anne Purba said the\ngrowth indicated that people\u2019s travel was expanding across cities with\ndiverse characteristics. Each area offers its own reasons to visit, from\nfamily trips and educational activities to food and tourism.<\/p>\n

    \u201cSometimes a travel idea starts with a simple question: where shall\nwe go this weekend? Our data show that more cities are becoming part of\npeople\u2019s journeys. Trains offer the option of departing from city\ncentres, enjoying the journey and then continuing the experience at the\ndestination,\u201d Anne said.<\/p>\n

    West Java offers a range of travel options. In Bogor, visitors can\nenjoy the Bogor Botanical Gardens, the area around Bogor Palace and the\ncity\u2019s varied food scene. Purwakarta is home to Jatiluhur, Situ\nWanayasa, Mount Parang and Mount Lembu, while Garut offers a different\ncharacter, with Mount Papandayan, Santolo Beach, Sayang Heulang Beach,\nwater attractions and local specialities.<\/p>\n

    Journeys towards Central Java also offer their own stories. Cilacap\nis known for Teluk Penyu Beach and Pendem Fort, while Cepu can serve as\na gateway to teak-forest landscapes, railway history through the Loco\nTour and Blora\u2019s rich food culture. In Semarang, arriving at Semarang\nTawang Station puts passengers close to the Old Town; they can then\ncontinue to Lawang Sewu, Chinatown, Sam Poo Kong Temple or the city\u2019s\nmany food destinations.<\/p>\n

    West Sumatra offers a different character. The rise in passenger\nactivity at Air Tawar Station is set against the backdrop of Padang,\nknown for Padang Beach, its Old Town, Air Manis Beach and Minangkabau\ncuisine. Purwosari, Karawang and Weleri each have their own travel\nprofiles as part of intercity mobility to surrounding areas.<\/p>\n

    Anne said the growth figures reflect a range of travel needs and\nshould not all be interpreted as tourism. However, for people looking\nfor weekend inspiration, the rail network offers many cities to explore,\ndepending on the time available and their interests.<\/p>\n

    \u201cOne station can be the starting point for many stories. Some people\ncome to sample local food, watch the sunrise, walk through a historic\ndistrict, enjoy nature or simply meet people close to them. What we are\nseeing is that people have a wider choice of cities to travel to. The\nrailway is here to take them on the first part of that journey,\u201d Anne\nsaid.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/taking-the-train-makes-these-cities-more-appealing-to-visit-1792299045", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }