Kereta Api Jakarta Bandung (2023)

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Is Bandung worth it? ›

Bandung is an excellent destination for nature lovers

If archaeology is something you're interested in, don't forget to stop by Stone Garden Geopark. This site was once the ancient seamount where geologists discovered fossils of ancient corals aged over 27 million years.

The direct drive from Jakarta to Bandung is 92.6 mi (149 km), and should have a drive time of 1 hr 51 mins in normal traffic.

Do Indonesian Train Stations have Free Wi-Fi? There are currently facilities that support Wi-Fi in a few stations in Indonesia's capital city, Jakarta. However, PT KAI, Indonesia's state-owned train company announced in 2018 that they plan to provide free internet connection installed on all trains gradually.

Based on KCIC calculation, the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail ticket would be around Rp250,000 to Rp300,000. The commercial operation date for the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Train (KCJB) is scheduled for October 1, 2023.

How long do you need in Bandung. There is lots to do in Bandung for a couple of days. We visited for 2 nights, which is a good amount if you can go exploring on both days. If not, I suggest staying 3 days to see all the volcanoes and best sights in both the north and south Bandung.

Bandung is generally safe at night for female travelers, however it is always important to take extra precautions. It is recommended to avoid walking alone at night, and to stay in well-lit and populated areas.

Asked why this should be so, 63% expressed concerns about the security of Wi-Fi networks on board trains, and 41% had worries about having to share their personal details to connect to it. “On-board Wi-Fi doesn't live up to expectations,” said Ingo Flömer, Cobham Wireless director of product management.

Argo Parahyangan or more commonly known as GOPAR is the only executive class train that serves the Jakarta-Bandung route and vice versa.

Which place is cheaper, Bandung or Jakarta? These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. The average daily cost (per person) in Jakarta is $67, while the average daily cost in Bandung is $42.

Is high speed rail cheaper than flying? ›

Sure, you could fly, but once you factor in traveling to the airport, going through security, and sitting on a taxiway, the high-speed train is still faster. It would also be cheaper. A lot cheaper. That high-speed train ticket would cost about $75, compared to more than $200 to fly or drive.

The full cost of high speed rail and highway transportation cost approximately the same; rail costs $0.2350/pkt and highway costs $0.2302/pkt.

Known for its tea plantations and volcanoes, Bandung is a spectacular city in Indonesia that attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world every year.

Bandung is known as “the Paris of Indonesia” because of it's colonial and art deco architecture, cosmopolitan atmosphere, great shopping scene and a lively, university-town feel. Bandung is also popular due to its relatively cool tropical climate and is surrounded by natural beauty like volcanoes and tea plantations.

Bandung has the widest variety of trees and flowers in Indonesia. That's why Bandung has a nickname: Kota Kembang, which means the City of Flowers. 'Paris Van Java' which means Paris of Java is the nickname given to Bandung city during the Dutch colonial time.

Es cendol, made of blended/grinded rice, palm sugar, and coconut milk, is a treat on a hot day. Bandrek or bajigur when the weather is cooler. Bandung is known for milk products and yoghurt. Basically there are two kinds of yoghurt in Bandung: the thin one, and the thick one (French style).