Gambir Station Becomes Foreign Tourists' Favourite Through 2026

Stasiun Gambir has become the favourite station, or the most chosen departure point for foreign tourists throughout 2026, specifically during the first quarter of 2026. As reported by Kompas.com, in the first quarter of 2026, the number of foreign tourists boarding long-distance trains from Stasiun Gambir was recorded at 20,881 passengers. Meanwhile, overall for that period, the number of foreign tourists boarding long-distance trains from Stasiun Gambir totalled 129,105 passengers. Anne explained that the growth in the number of foreign tourists using long-distance train services has been increasing gradually from year to year. In the first quarter of 2022, there were 26,225 foreign tourists recorded. A year later, it surged to 103,722, then rose again to 121,329 in 2024, 128,933 in 2025, and finally reaching 129,105 this year. Over the past five years, there have been changes in many aspects of long-distance trains, from more comfortable trains, increasingly practical ticket purchasing processes, to journeys that are more predictable in timing. All of this, Anne added, contributes to forming a more enjoyable experience from the start of the departure to arrival at the destination. Anne added that travelling by train provides space for tourists to enjoy Indonesia in a closer way. “During the journey, tourists can directly see changes in landscapes from one city to another. That’s what makes the journey feel more memorable,” explained Anne. From Stasiun Gambir, journeys can head to many cities at once. Yogyakarta remains a favourite with its strong cultural atmosphere.