Argo Jati (train)

Argo Jati
	Porters waiting to get inside the train
Overview
Service type	Inter-city rail
Status	Terminated / Discontinued
Locale	West Java, Indonesia
First service	22 November 2007;16 years ago
Last service	16 August 2019;5 years ago(merged with Cirebon Express and Tegal Bahari as Argo Cheribon [ id ])
Current operator(s)	Kereta Api Indonesia
Website	www.kereta-api.co.id
Route
Termini	Gambir ; Cirebon
Stops	5
Distance travelled	219 kilometres (136 mi)
Average journey time	3 hours, 10 minutes
Service frequency	Twice a day each way
On-board services
Class(es)	Executive Class Only
Seating arrangements	Bus Style
Catering facilities	Onboard café
Observation facilities	Large windows in all carriages; open-air carriage in middle of train;
Baggage facilities	Overhead racks; Bagasi Cargo;
Technical
Rolling stock	One GE U20C, GE U18C locomotive; Six Executive carriages(K1); One Bagasi "Cargo" carriage(B); One dining carriage(M1); One generator carriage(P);
Track gauge	1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)
Operating speed	80–120 km/h (50–75 mph)

Last updated October 23, 2024

The Argo Jati was a train service operated by Kereta Api Indonesia (PT Kereta Api Indonesia) between Jakarta and Cirebon in Java, Indonesia.^[1] This train was relaunched on November 3, 2010, as a replacement train series of Argo Jati, which was launched in 2007.^[2]^[3]

History

Launching of operation (2007-2010)

The launch of Argo for this line had been discussed, given the demand and the decline in the prestige argo class of Cirebon Express, which was inaugurated on May 13, 2005. Argo Jati was launched on April 12, 2007, as an improvised/improved service of the Cirebon Express train. The train 1995 series of executive trains previously used by the Argo Gede train. The name Argo, as stated in PT KAI's service class, is a brand image of executive class service, and Jati has taken from a Walisongo figure who succeeded in spreading Islam in Java, Sunan Gunung Jati.^[4]

Relaunch (2010-present)

The enthusiasm of the people of Cirebon and surrounding areas for executive-class train services is increasing, so PT KAI seeks to improve the services of the executive class with the direction of Gambir station and Cirebon station. The relaunch of the Argo Jati train with the name "New Argo Jati" was then held on November 3, 2010, as a replacement for the old Argo Jati train service. At present, the CC206 locomotive officially replaces CC 203 35, while the CC 203 35 is used as one of the mainstay locomotives of the Krakatau Ekspres train.

Train formation and facilities

There is a diverse set of trains destined for Argo Jati :

Kereta Eksekutif	One "Cargo"/New Livery Baggage (B), 3 Executive Carriages (K1) made in 2015, one Dining car (M1) made in 2015, 3 Executive Carriages (K1) made in 2015, one generator carriage
Kereta Eksekutif Fakultatif	one generator carriage, 4 Executive Carriages(K1), one dining car(KM1/M1), 3 Executive Carriages (K1).

After it was announced that the Argo Jati train would use 2010 K1 executive coaches. since 2010 Argo Jati train had been using a new set of executive coaches. Starting 29 October 2018, the train has been using the stainless steel train Series made in 2018. Each train coach is equipped with a manual information digitally train sequence. There is also a running text , which can determine the speed of trains, stations and time signature. Equipped with TV, air conditioner, an outlet, a secure luggage, and toilet. Seats are reclining with each seat has luggage space, power charging point and reading light above, with curtain at the window side. Free Wi-Fi available at dining coach.

Route, Schedule and Fare

Argo Jati train departs from the Cirebon Station and only stop at Jatibarang Station, Bekasi Station, Jatinegara Station and end the journey at Gambir Station. The train runs twice daily in each direction on the route Cirebon–Jatibarang–Bekasi–Jatinegara–Gambir, with an additional facultative train on special occasions. Train fare is Rp. 140,000 - 185,000, depending on the distance, class and seating position in the train carriage, as well as certain days, such as weekends and public holidays.^[5]

Related Research Articles

The majority of Indonesia's railways are on Java, used for both passenger and freight transport. There are three noncontinuous railway networks in Sumatra while two new networks are being developed in Kalimantan and Sulawesi. Indonesia has finalized its plan for a national railway network recently. According to the plan, 3,200 km of train tracks will crisscross the islands of Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi. It has been touted as the most extensive railway project in Indonesia since its independence from the Dutch in 1945. Indonesia targets to extend the national railway network to 10,524 kilometres by 2030. As of September 2022, the network spans 7,032 km.

PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) (lit. 'Indonesian Railways (State-owned) Limited', abbreviated as PT KAI or simply KAI) is a major railway operator in Indonesia and one of the public railway companies in the country. It is state-owned and pays track access charges. Its headquarters are located in Bandung, West Java. In 2019, KAI carried 429 million passengers and 47.2 million tonnes of cargo.

Jakarta Kota Station is a railway station, located in the old city core of Kota, Jakarta, Indonesia.

Gambir Station is a major railway station in Gambir, Gambir, Central Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia. The station is located on the eastern side of Merdeka Square and the western side of the Pramuka Movement headquarters and Immanuel Church. It is operated by the KAI.

Cirebon Station also known as Cirebon Kejaksan Station is the main railway station in the Cirebon area located on Siliwangi Street, Kebonbaru, Kejaksan, Cirebon City, West Java Province. The station is located at DAOP 3 area as North Cross Line, but in this station there is also cross line in Purwokerto Station which is connected by South Cross Line in Kroya Station. Therefore, most of the trains both north and south lines stopped at this station, except economy class train which is stop at Cirebon Prujakan.

Cirebon Prujakan Station (CNP) is a railway station in Cirebon, West Java, Indonesia. The station is located at a height of 4 metres above sea level. It is located at Nyimas Gandasari Street, Pekalangan, Pekalipan, Cirebon. Cirebon Prujakan Station is the largest station on DAOP 3 Cirebon after Cirebon Station and Jatibarang Station.

Jatinegara Station (JNG) is a large type A-class railway station located on the border between Jatinegara and Matraman in Pisangan Baru Subdistrict, Matraman, East Jakarta. The station is the main entrance to Jakarta from cities east of Jakarta. Jatinegara station is operated by Kereta Api Indonesia and KAI Commuter.

Jatibarang Station is a railway station at Mayor Sangun Street (Market), Jatibarang, Jatibarang, Indramayu Regency, West Java. It is on the main northern Java route line from Jakarta to Surabaya.

Bojonegoro Station is the largest railway station in Sukorejo, Bojonegoro, Bojonegoro Regency, East Java. The station is owned and operated by PT Kereta Api Indonesia.

Argo Bromo Anggrek is the name of executive and luxury train jointly operated by Kereta Api Indonesia between Surabaya and Jakarta in Indonesia. The train covers 720 kilometres (447 mi) in 8 hours and 5 minutes along Java's north coast, stopping at Bojonegoro, Semarang Tawang, Pekalongan, and Cirebon. It is one of the best known trains in Indonesia.

Solo Balapan Station is a major railway station in Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia. The name "Balapan" is taken from the name of a village which is located to the north of the station. The station is located on the railway line that connects the cities of Bandung, Jakarta, Surabaya, and Semarang. Solo Balapan Station is the largest station in Surakarta and Central Java.

Bekasi Station (BKS) is a railway station located in Marga Mulya, North Bekasi, Bekasi, West Java. The station is at an altitude of +19 meters above sea level. This station serves the KRL Commuterline and inter-city trains.

The Bimatrain is an executive class train service with sleeper carriages that is operated by PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) in Java with the service running between Gambir Station (GMR) - Surabaya Gubeng Station (SGU) and vice versa. The train covers 820 kilometres in 10 hours 35 minutes. Bima was initially an acronym for "Biru Malam".

<i>Argo Parahyangan</i> (train) Train service between Jakarta and Bandung in Indonesia

Argo Parahyangan, also commonly known as GOPAR or Gopar for short, is an executive and economy premium class train operated by Indonesian Railway Company between Gambir railway station, Jakarta and Bandung in Java, Indonesia. The train covers 166 kilometres (103 mi) in 2 hours 50 minutes. From Jakarta to Bandung the train stops at Bekasi and Cimahi where as from Bandung to Jakarta it stops only at Jatinegara. KAI operates 34 trips daily in the route.

Argo Wilis is an executive and panoramic class train operated by PT Kereta Api Indonesia between Surabaya and Bandung in Java, Indonesia. The train covers 696 kilometres (432 mi) in 9 hours and 53 minutes with stoppage at Cipeundeuy, Tasikmalaya, Ciamis [id], Banjar, Kroya, Kutoarjo, Yogyakarta, Solo Balapan, Madiun, Kertosono, Jombang, and Mojokerto. This train runs in the morning from Bandung to Surabaya Gubeng or vice versa, and arrives at the destination at evening/night. In the journey Bandung to Surabaya, passengers can enjoy the beautiful panorama of the eastern part of Parahyangan mountainous region.

Kroya Station (KYA) is a railway station located in Bajing, Kroya, Cilacap Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. The station has nine railway tracks. It is a major junction station where the line from Yogyakarta split, where one goes to Purwokerto and Cirebon, while other head to Bandung.

Jombang Station (JG) is a large class type C railway station located in Jombatan, Jombang, Jombang Regency, the station is included in the Operation Area VII Madiun at an altitude of +43 m. The location of this station is right across the Alun-alun Jombang. All trains passing the Kertosono-Surabaya Gubeng must stop at this station.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Cikampek railway station</span> Railway station in Indonesia

Cikampek Station (CKP) is a large class type B railway station located in Cikampek Kota, Cikampek, Karawang Regency. The station, which is located at an altitude of +46 meters, is the station that is located in the easternmost part of the Operational Area I Jakarta and Karawang Regency, and is the largest railway station in Karawang Regency.

<i>Argo Semeru</i> (train) Passenger train service between Jakarta and Surabaya (via Yogyakarta), Indonesia

Argo Semeru is an executive and sleeper carriage class train that operated by PT Kereta Api Indonesia in Java with the route Gambir Station (GMR)–Surabaya Gubeng Station (SGU) and vice versa. The train covers 821 kilometres (510 mi) in 10 hours and 32 minutes.

References

↑ "All About KA Argo Jati (Pelayanan, Diskusi)". www.semboyan35.com. Retrieved 2016-06-11.
↑ "Layanan produk KA penumpang, KA eksekutif dan bisnis" . Retrieved 14 December 2018.
↑ "Kereta Api Argo Jati" . Retrieved 14 December 2018.
↑ Majalah KA Edisi Mei 2014
↑ "The price of train tickets Argo Jati Fakultatif | Tiket.com". Tiket. Retrieved 2016-06-11.

This page is based on this Wikipedia article
Text is available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license; additional terms may apply.
Images, videos and audio are available under their respective licenses.

[1] "All About KA Argo Jati (Pelayanan, Diskusi)". www.semboyan35.com. Retrieved 2016-06-11.

[exe-2] "Layanan produk KA penumpang, KA eksekutif dan bisnis" . Retrieved 14 December 2018.

[ajati-3] "Kereta Api Argo Jati" . Retrieved 14 December 2018.

[4] Majalah KA Edisi Mei 2014

[5] "The price of train tickets Argo Jati Fakultatif | Tiket.com". Tiket. Retrieved 2016-06-11.

[1]

[2]

[3]

[4]

[5]