Bogor KRL to Extend to Sukabumi, Details Revealed

PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) has revealed plans to expand the Jabodetabek Electric Train (KRL) network to Sukabumi, West Java. This project is part of a major development of the commuter line network to increase passenger transport capacity, which has been steadily growing in recent years.

The President Director of PT KAI (Persero), Bobby Rasyidin, stated that in addition to extending KRL services from Cikarang to Cikampek, the company is preparing the electrification of the Bogor-Sukabumi line so that it can be served by KRL. “We are extending our commuter line from Cikarang to reach Cikampek. Furthermore, we will also develop the Bogor-Sukabumi route, which will also become part of the KRL network,” Bobby said during a Hearing Meeting (RDP) with Commission VI of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) at the Parliament Complex, Jakarta, on Wednesday (3/6/2026).

This plan is one of KAI’s steps to expand the reach of rail-based mass transport services in the Jakarta buffer zones. If realised, the people of Sukabumi will be able to enjoy KRL services integrated with the Jabodetabek network. According to Bobby, the development of the new line will be accompanied by an increase in train sets to ensure transport capacity continues to rise. However, to support this, KAI must also add supporting facilities, such as depots for maintenance and fleet storage.

“As we add these train sets, we will certainly require depots; therefore, we will build or expand depots in Rangkasbitung, Cikarang, and Bogor,” he said. In addition to depot construction and expansion, KAI is also preparing other infrastructure developments, including the extension of station platforms and the construction of stabling tracks or train parking areas. These facilities are necessary to accommodate the additional fleet that will operate at night or when not in use.

Through this series of developments, KAI aims to significantly increase the capacity of Jabodetabek KRL services over the next five years. Currently, the number of daily KRL passengers has reached approximately 1.3 million during peak periods. “By 2030, we will be able to carry around 1.5 million to 1.6 million passengers per day. Currently, our peak is at 1.3 million,” he concluded.