Complete Jabodetabek KRL Route Guide for Travelers

The Jabodetabek KRL (Commuter Line) is the main suburban rail network serving Jakarta and its surrounding cities, including Bogor, Depok, Bekasi, Tangerang, and parts of Banten. It is one of the busiest commuter rail systems in Southeast Asia and is widely used by both local residents and travelers. The network currently consists of five main lines, with the most important interchange stations located at Manggarai, Tanah Abang, Duri, Kampung Bandan, and Jakarta Kota.

🔴 Bogor Line (Red)

The Bogor Line (Red Line) is the busiest and most important route in the Jabodetabek KRL Commuter Line network. It connects Jakarta Kota Station in North Jakarta with Bogor Station in West Java, passing through major business districts, residential areas, educational institutions, and commuter suburbs. The line also includes a branch route from Citayam to Nambo, serving the eastern part of Bogor Regency.

1. Route Overview

Jakarta Kota → Jayakarta → Mangga Besar → Sawah Besar → Juanda → Gondangdia → Cikini → Manggarai → Tebet → Cawang → Duren Kalibata → Pasar Minggu Baru → Pasar Minggu → Tanjung Barat → Lenteng Agung → Universitas Pancasila → Universitas Indonesia → Pondok Cina → Depok Baru → Depok → Citayam → Bojong Gede → Cilebut → Bogor

At Citayam Station, the line splits into two branches:

• Main route: Citayam → Bojong Gede → Cilebut → Bogor
• Branch route: Citayam → Pondok Rajeg → Cibinong → Nambo

2. Why the Bogor Line Is Important

The Bogor Line is the primary commuter corridor between Bogor, Depok, and central Jakarta. Every day, thousands of workers, students, and travelers use this line because it connects residential suburbs with Jakarta’s commercial and government districts. It is also one of the longest KRL routes, with 38 stations between Jakarta Kota and Bogor.

3. Travel Time

A full journey from Jakarta Kota to Bogor typically takes around 85 – 90 minutes, while Manggarai to Bogor usually takes about 60 – 65 minutes, depending on the train service and operating conditions. Recent operational improvements have shortened travel times on the Bogor – Manggarai corridor.

🔵 Cikarang Line (Blue)

The Cikarang Line (Blue Line) is one of the most important routes in the Jabodetabek KRL Commuter Line network, connecting Cikarang in Bekasi Regency with central Jakarta. It serves the eastern part of the Greater Jakarta metropolitan area and is heavily used by commuters traveling from Cikarang, Bekasi, and East Jakarta to business districts in central Jakarta.

Unlike the Bogor Line, the Cikarang Line operates through the Jakarta Loop Line, allowing trains to circulate around the city center before returning eastward. This makes it one of the most connected and strategically important commuter rail routes in the network.

1. Route Overview

Cikarang → Metland Telaga Murni → Cibitung → Tambun → Bekasi Timur → Bekasi → Kranji → Cakung → Klender Baru → Buaran → Klender → Jatinegara → Matraman → Manggarai → Sudirman → Karet → Tanah Abang → Duri → Angke → Kampung Bandan → Rajawali → Kemayoran → Pasar Senen → Gang Sentiong → Kramat → Pondok Jati → Jatinegara

The line forms part of the Jakarta Loop Line, so trains continue through central Jakarta and eventually return toward the eastern corridor.

2. Why the Cikarang Line Is Important

The Cikarang Line is the main commuter corridor between Bekasi, Cikarang, and central Jakarta. It connects major industrial zones, residential developments, transportation hubs, and business districts, making it essential for daily commuters. It is also one of the busiest KRL lines due to the large population living in the eastern suburbs of Jakarta.

3. Travel Time

A full journey from Cikarang to Jakarta Kota generally takes about 75 – 90 minutes, while Bekasi to Manggarai usually takes around 30 – 40 minutes, depending on train frequency and operating conditions.

🟢 Rangkasbitung Line (Green)

The Rangkasbitung Line (Green Line) is one of the major commuter rail routes in the Jabodetabek KRL network, connecting Tanah Abang Station in Central Jakarta with Rangkasbitung Station in Banten Province. The line passes through South Jakarta, South Tangerang, Tangerang Regency, and Lebak Regency, serving a large number of commuters traveling between the western suburbs and central Jakarta.

1. Route Overview

Tanah Abang → Palmerah → Kebayoran → Pondok Ranji → Jurangmangu → Sudimara → Rawa Buntu → Serpong → Cisauk → Cicayur → Parung Panjang → Cilejit → Daru → Tenjo → Tigaraksa → Cikoya → Maja → Citeras → Rangkasbitung

The line runs westward from central Jakarta through South Tangerang and Tangerang Regency before reaching Rangkasbitung, the western terminus in Banten Province.

2. Why the Rangkasbitung Line Is Important

The Rangkasbitung Line serves as the main commuter corridor between western Greater Jakarta and central Jakarta. It connects rapidly growing suburban areas with Jakarta’s business districts and provides access to BSD City, one of Indonesia’s largest planned urban developments. The line is heavily used by office workers, students, and residents commuting from Banten to Jakarta.

3. Travel Time

A full journey from Tanah Abang to Rangkasbitung generally takes about 1.5 – 2 hours, while Tanah Abang to Serpong usually takes around 35 – 45 minutes, depending on train frequency and operating conditions.

🟤 Tangerang Line (Brown)

The Tangerang Line (Brown Line) is a commuter rail route in the Jabodetabek KRL network that connects Duri Station in West Jakarta with Tangerang Station in Tangerang City. Although it is shorter than the Bogor, Cikarang, and Rangkasbitung lines, it plays a crucial role in connecting West Jakarta with Tangerang’s residential, commercial, and industrial areas.

The line is especially important for commuters traveling between Tangerang City and central or western Jakarta, and it also provides convenient access to the Soekarno–Hatta Airport Rail Link through Batu Ceper Station.

1. Route Overview

Duri → Tanah Tinggi → Pesing → Taman Kota → Bojong Indah → Rawa Buaya → Kali Deres → Poris → Batu Ceper → Tanah Tinggi → Tangerang

The route runs westward from Duri Station in Jakarta through West Jakarta and Tangerang before reaching Tangerang Station, the western terminus of the line.

2. Why the Tangerang Line Is Important

The Tangerang Line serves as the main commuter corridor between West Jakarta and Tangerang City. It is widely used by office workers, students, and residents living in western Greater Jakarta. One of its greatest advantages is its connection to the Airport Rail Link, making it a convenient route for travelers heading to or from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport.

3. Travel Time

A full journey from Duri to Tangerang generally takes around 40 – 50 minutes, while Duri to Batu Ceper usually takes about 25 – 30 minutes, depending on train frequency and operating conditions.

🩷 Tanjung Priok Line (Pink)

The Tanjung Priok Line (Pink Line) is the shortest route in the Jabodetabek KRL Commuter Line network, connecting Jakarta Kota Station in North Jakarta with Tanjung Priok Station, the city’s largest port area. Although the line is relatively short, it is strategically important because it links Jakarta’s historic district, tourist attractions, waterfront entertainment areas, and Indonesia’s busiest seaport.

This line is commonly used by commuters working in North Jakarta, visitors heading to Ancol Dreamland, and passengers transferring from other KRL lines at Jakarta Kota and Kampung Bandan.

1. Route Overview

Jakarta Kota → Kampung Bandan → Ancol → Tanjung Priok

The line runs northward from Jakarta Kota Station, passes through Kampung Bandan, continues to Ancol, and ends at Tanjung Priok Station.

2. Why the Tanjung Priok Line Is Important

The Tanjung Priok Line serves as the main rail connection between Jakarta’s historic city center and the northern coastal district. It provides convenient access to Ancol Dreamland, one of Indonesia’s largest recreational complexes, as well as Tanjung Priok Port, the country’s primary maritime and logistics hub. The line is also useful for tourists exploring the Kota Tua (Old Town) area.

Travel Time

A full journey from Jakarta Kota to Tanjung Priok generally takes about 15 – 20 minutes, making it one of the fastest trips within the Jabodetabek KRL network.

Jabodetabek KRL Operating Hours

Peak and Off-Peak Hours

KRL trains run more frequently during weekday peak hours, when most commuters travel to and from work.