03/07/2026
The Most Comfortable Way to Travel from Jakarta to Bali? ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐
Want to reach Bali without flying? One of the best options is the Blambangan Express, offering a comfortable journey from Jakarta to Ketapang, the gateway to Bali.
The train features New Generation Economy and Executive Class coaches with modern interiors, ergonomic forward-facing seats, air conditioning, spacious legroom, and a much smoother long-distance travel experience.
The trip covers approximately 1,065 km (662 miles) and takes around 16 hours 30 minutes, departing in the afternoon and arriving early the next morning.
Once you arrive at Ketapang Station, it's just a 5-minute walk to Ketapang Ferry Terminal. From there, you can take a ferry to Gilimanuk Port in Bali for only Rp10,600, making this one of the easiest and most scenic ways to reach the island.
๐ฐ Ticket Prices
New Generation Economy: from Rp550,000
Executive Class: from Rp820,000
๐ Departure Schedule
Departs Jakarta (Pasar Senen): 12:10 PM
Arrives Ketapang (Banyuwangi): 4:40 AM the next day
Total Travel Time: 16 hours 30 minutes
๐ Major Stops
Pasar Senen โ Jatinegara โ Bekasi โ Karawang โ Cirebon โ Tegal โ Pekalongan โ Semarang โ Cepu โ Bojonegoro โ Lamongan โ Surabaya โ Sidoarjo โ Bangil โ Pasuruan โ Probolinggo โ Jember โ Kalibaru โ Rogojampi โ Banyuwangi Kota โ Ketapang
The name "Blambangan" comes from the historic Blambangan Kingdom, the last major Hindu kingdom in East Java, centered in what is now Banyuwangi. The train officially began service on December 2, 2022.
If you're looking for a relaxing, affordable, and scenic journey from Jakarta to Bali, the Blambangan Express is one of Indonesia's best rail adventures.