Over 26,000 People Use Trains at Tegal Station During Ascension Day Holiday

PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) Region 4 Semarang, Central Java, recorded a significant increase in passenger traffic using train services during the Ascension Day 2026 long holiday period, which took place from May 14th to 17th, 2026. Based on cumulative data from Wednesday (May 13th) to Sunday (May 17th) at 07:00 WIB, Tegal Station served a total of 26,340 passengers. This figure consists of 13,038 departing passengers and 13,302 arriving passengers at the station. This increase in passenger volume further confirms KAI’s role as a reliable backbone of national public transportation in supporting community mobility, especially during long holiday periods. KAI continues to maintain operational performance through service improvements, punctuality, and strengthening safety aspects across all operational lines. The highest passenger volume at Tegal Station was recorded on Wednesday, May 13th, 2026. On that day, there were a total of 6,167 passengers, with details of 3,297 departing passengers and 2,870 arriving passengers. Manager of Public Relations for KAI Region 4 Semarang, Luqman Arif, expressed his appreciation to the public who continue to trust trains as their preferred mode of transportation during this long holiday period. “The high interest of the public in using trains during the Ascension Day holiday shows that trains remain the primary choice because they are safe, comfortable, punctual, and free from traffic congestion,” said Luqman on Sunday (May 17th). During this long holiday period, several long-distance train series have become favorites among customers. Here is a list of favorite trains: In addition, KAI also recorded several popular destination cities for passengers departing from Tegal Station, including: To ensure comfortable travel, KAI advises the public to plan their trips in advance. Ticket reservations can be made through official channels such as the Access by KAI application, the kai.id website, and other official sales partners. Passengers are also reminded to arrive at the station earlier to avoid missing their train, pay attention to departure schedules, take care of their belongings, and always follow the instructions of officers in the station area and on board the train. “KAI continues to be committed to prioritizing safety. With the full support of all operational staff on duty, we ensure that passenger journeys are safe, secure, comfortable, and punctual,” Luqman concluded.