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Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Jakarta by Train

The airport rail link into central Jakarta — around 50 minutes, and immune to the traffic that makes the same trip unpredictable by road.
Which class to book
Single class. Take it over a taxi whenever you have a flight to catch — you are buying predictability, not comfort.
Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Jakarta by Train

The airport train runs from Soekarno-Hatta into the city, terminating at Manggarai with intermediate stops including BNI City near the central business district. Journey time is roughly 45 to 55 minutes.

Why it matters: the road journey from Soekarno-Hatta can take anywhere from 45 minutes to well over two hours depending on traffic and time of day. The train does not vary. For a flight with a fixed departure time, that predictability is worth more than the fare difference.

Trains run from a dedicated station connected to the airport terminals by the Skytrain people-mover, so allow ten to fifteen minutes to reach the platform from your terminal.

Onward connections: Manggarai is a major interchange for the KRL commuter network, which reaches most of the greater Jakarta area. BNI City is closer to the Sudirman and Thamrin business districts.

Route details

Journey times vary by service and season. Confirm against current schedules before booking.

Departures Per Day
30
Destination City
Jakarta
Destination Station
BNI City / Manggarai
Distance
35
Journey Time
45m - 55m
Ferry Connection
No
Named Trains
Railink Airport Train
Origin City
Jakarta
Origin Station
Soekarno-Hatta Airport
Overnight Service
No
Scenery
Functional - get some sleep
Service Status
Operating
Highest Class Available
Eksekutif

Fares

Indicative bands only. KAI adjusts fares by season and subclass, so treat these as a guide to the order of magnitude rather than a quote.

Fare Range (Eksekutif)
Rp 70-100k

Categories

From Jakarta

Last updated 8 Sep 2026

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