Jakarta Residents Flock to Bandung, Whoosh Station Packed Like Eid

Interest among the public in using the Whoosh High-Speed Train has increased as the long weekend period approaches. As of Thursday (14/5/2026) at 08:30 WIB, a total of 33,602 tickets for journeys on Wednesday and Thursday have been sold. On Wednesday (13/5/2026), 21,602 Whoosh tickets were sold. Meanwhile, on Thursday morning, ticket sales reached around 12,000 and are estimated to continue rising through various official KCIC sales channels. General Manager of Corporate Secretary Eva Chairunisa stated that the surge in ticket sales during the long weekend is dominated by the public taking advantage of the holiday for tourism and visiting family in Bandung and surrounding areas. KCIC has also ensured that services for all passengers remain optimal, including for those requiring special assistance such as people with disabilities, the elderly, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, passengers with infants, unaccompanied children, and ill passengers. During the long weekend period, KCIC has deployed 197 service staff across all Whoosh stations to provide assistance from station access, wheelchair support, boarding, to pick-up at the destination station. In addition, KCIC provides various supporting facilities at the stations and trains, such as 24 wheelchairs, 15 accessible toilets, breastfeeding rooms, and disability-friendly access routes. Each Whoosh train set also features 32 priority seats and an accessible toilet in carriage number 4. Eva urged passengers needing special assistance not to hesitate in contacting staff to ensure a safe and comfortable journey.