Transjakarta Fare Adjustment Still Under Discussion

The President Director of PT Transportasi Jakarta (Transjakarta), Welfizon Yuza, stated that the process of determining Transjabodetabek fares is currently still under discussion.

“It is still being discussed. The Governor will announce it later,” Welfizon said at the Jakarta Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) building on Monday.

According to Welfizon, the decision cannot be made hastily as it must consider the impact on the community.

He noted that the fare determination process requires thorough study because it involves many aspects, ranging from regional financial conditions to the public’s ability to pay.

“There are many things to consider. There is fiscal impact, service quality, community conditions, ability to pay, and willingness to pay,” Welfizon explained.

In addition to the fare amount, Transjakarta is also still reviewing the fare mechanism that will be implemented.

Welfizon could not yet confirm whether the Transjabodetabek fares will follow a distance-based system, similar to the MRT, or continue to use a flat fare.

He mentioned that discussions regarding the fares have been held several times and will continue in meetings with the Jakarta Transportation Agency (Dishub).

“After this, we are going to have a meeting at the Transportation Agency. There have been several discussions already,” said Welfizon.