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        "id": 1764080,
        "msgid": "throughout-2026-blambangan-express-serves-162-000-passengers-1780147501",
        "date": "2026-05-25 19:28:55",
        "title": "Throughout 2026, Blambangan Express Serves 162,000 Passengers",
        "author": "Aprillia Ika",
        "source": "KOMPAS",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Infrastructure",
        "summary": "Indonesian Railways' Blambangan Express served 162,863 passengers from January to April 2026 on its 1,031-kilometre route\u2014the longest intercity train service in Indonesia. The scenic journey through Java's diverse landscapes has driven growing demand for integrated public transport among tourists and commuters.",
        "content": "<p>Amid rising trends in public transport usage for long-distance\ntravel, PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) reports that the Blambangan\nExpress remains one of the most popular services for passengers seeking\na comfortable journey with scenic views across Java\u2019s landscapes.<\/p>\n<p>Between January and April 2026, the service accommodated 162,863\npassengers. Operating the Pasarsenen\u2013Ketapang round-trip route spanning\napproximately 1,031 kilometres, the Blambangan Express holds the title\nof Indonesia\u2019s longest intercity train service.<\/p>\n<p>Anne Purba, KAI\u2019s Vice President of Corporate Communication, stated\nthat the Blambangan Express offers a unique travel experience, allowing\npassengers to witness diverse Indonesian landscapes in a single\njourney.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Blambangan Express provides a distinctive travel experience.\nPassengers can observe the transition from urban areas to rice fields,\ncoastal regions, and mountain ranges in eastern Java through the train\nwindows,\u201d Anne said in a statement on Monday, 25 May 2026.<\/p>\n<p>As night falls, the glittering city lights along northern Java create\na serene atmosphere, while mornings in East Java offer mountain vistas,\nplantations, and the distinct air of the eastern region.<\/p>\n<p>Anne noted that the visual experiences along the route are a key\nfactor in maintaining public interest in long-distance train travel.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to comfortable rest, passengers can dine, chat with\nfamily, read books, and enjoy scenic views without the hassle of traffic\ncongestion.<\/p>\n<p>The train stops at key stations including Cirebon, Tegal, Pekalongan,\nSemarang Tawang, Cepu, Bojonegoro, Surabaya Pasarturi, Sidoarjo,\nPasuruan, Probolinggo, Jember, and Banyuwangi Kota.<\/p>\n<p>Each region along the route boasts unique tourist attractions.<\/p>\n<p>Semarang is renowned for its Old Town and culinary offerings,\nProbolinggo serves as the gateway to Mount Bromo, while Banyuwangi\noffers popular destinations such as Kawah Ijen, Pulau Merah Beach,\nBaluran National Park, and Alas Purwo National Park.<\/p>\n<p>This growth has spurred increased public interest in comfortable,\nintegrated public transport for interregional tourism travel.<\/p>\n<p>Anne added that train travel is increasingly popular as it allows\npassengers to enjoy a relaxed journey without compromising productivity\nen route.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLong-distance train travel offers a unique experience. Passengers\ncan enjoy moments from the window, from sunrise, rice fields, to the\nsilhouette of eastern Java\u2019s mountains. The journey itself becomes part\nof the travel experience,\u201d Anne emphasised.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/throughout-2026-blambangan-express-serves-162-000-passengers-1780147501",
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