Access by KAI
Book intercity, local, commuter, LRT, airport and high-speed train tickets across Indonesia in one place, through the official app of the national railway operator.
What it helps with
- Trains across JavaBook intercity trains between Jakarta, Bandung, Yogyakarta, Surabaya and other cities.
- Airport trainsAirport rail links to Soekarno-Hatta, Yogyakarta and other airports are in the app.
- Booking with a passportForeigners book with their passport number; the name must match the passport.
About Access by KAI
Access by KAI (formerly KAI Access) is the official mobile app of PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) (KAI), Indonesia's state-owned railway operator. It consolidates ticket booking for intercity trains, local trains, LRT Jabodebek, KRL commuter rail (KCI), airport trains, and the Jakarta–Bandung Whoosh high-speed line into a single app, along with a Connecting Train feature that finds valid combinations for multi-leg journeys and full self-service management of existing bookings.
Key Features
- All Train Types in One App: Book intercity, local, commuter, LRT, airport and high-speed train tickets without switching between different services.
- Connecting Train Planner: Automatically finds valid combinations of trains for journeys that require a transfer.
- Self-Service Booking Management: Change travel dates, cancel tickets, transfer bookings, or print e-boarding passes without visiting a station.
- Railpoin Loyalty Program: Earn points on every ticket purchase, redeemable for future train tickets or partner-merchant rewards.
How to Get Started
- Download the Access by KAI app and create an account.
- Search for your route and travel date across the train type you need (intercity, commuter, LRT, etc.).
- Select your train, seat class and complete payment (cards, digital wallets and bank transfer are typically supported).
- Manage your booking - including date changes or cancellations - directly in the app, and check in using your e-boarding pass.
Before you use it
- Limits: Long-distance tickets open 45 days ahead and sell out before holidays such as Lebaran.
- Payment: Pay by virtual account, e-wallet or card before the payment deadline, or the booking is cancelled.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Access by KAI work with a foreign bank card in Indonesia?
- Yes - Access by KAI accepts foreign-issued cards in Indonesia.
- Is Access by KAI available in English?
- Yes, Access by KAI has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Access by KAI?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Access by KAI.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Access by KAI?
- No, Access by KAI doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Access by KAI?
- iOS · Android · Web
- How much does Access by KAI cost?
- Ticket price by train and class; booking in the app is free