KAI Daop 8 Surabaya Reminds Passengers of Baggage Regulations and Item Security on Trains Ahead of Eid Holiday Travel
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) Daerah Operasi 8 Surabaya has reminded railway customers planning to travel during the Eid holiday to comply with baggage regulations and secure their personal belongings to prevent items from being lost or mixed up during train journeys.
“Ahead of the 2026 Eid transport season, we continue to strive to improve the comfort and safety of travel for all passengers. That is why we remind all passengers about baggage regulations from the outset,” said Mahendro Trang Bawono, Manager of Public Relations for KAI Daop 8 Surabaya, in Surabaya on Monday, 9 March.
According to Mahendro, KAI has established regulations regarding passenger baggage that may be brought into the cabin. Each passenger is permitted to carry up to 20 kg or a volume of 100 dm³ (maximum dimensions 70x48x30 cm) at no additional charge per passenger.
If, during boarding at the station, passengers are found to be carrying baggage exceeding the specified limits, they will be charged a surcharge. The applicable rates are Rp 10,000 per kg for executive class and Rp 2,000 per kg for economy class. Accordingly, passengers are advised to check their baggage limits before departure to avoid additional charges.
“For this reason, we continually remind passengers not to exceed the prescribed baggage limits, particularly to avoid baggage becoming mixed up or left behind at stations,” he stated.
To prevent items from being lost, left behind, or mixed up with other passengers’ belongings, Mahendro advised passengers to attach identifying labels or special markers to their baggage, keep valuable items in a safe place always within reach, and ensure all baggage is accounted for before disembarking from the train, including items placed on overhead racks, beneath seats, or in seat pockets.
“Passenger baggage remains the responsibility of each individual. However, to provide maximum service, KAI Daop 8 Surabaya staff will also endeavour to assist in securing mixed-up or abandoned items still present at stations or within trains,” Mahendro added.