Taksaka Train

Taksaka Train is one of the Executive class and Luxury trains belonging to Operation Area 6 Yogyakarta. The train serves Jakarta-Yogyakarta route and is available twice a day (round trip), connecting the main stations of two big cities: Station Tugu, Yogyakarta – Gambir Station, Jakarta.

As a long-haul train, Taksaka Train travels 517 km across cities. With the speed of 60-100 km per hour, the express train takes approximately 7.5 hours to travel the distance between the two main stations. You can board the train from either station in the morning or night. Taksaka Pagi (morning train) departs from Gambir Station, Jakarta at half past nine and from Tugu Station, Yogyakarta at eight o'clock. Meanwhile, Taksaka Malam (night train) departs from Gambir Station, Jakarta at 20:45 and from Tugu Station, Yogyakarta at 20.00.

On its way, the train stops at several stations, depending on the route. Taksaka Train traveling from Yogyakarta to Jakarta stops at Kutoarjo Station, Kebumen Station, Purwokerto Station, Cirebon Station, and Jatinegara Station. From the opposite direction, Taksaka Train traveling from Jakarta to Yogyakarta stops at Cirebon Station, Purwokerto Station, and Kutoarjo Station. However, Taksaka Train Pagi (morning train) traveling from Jakarta to Yogyakarta also stops at Kebumen Station.

Taksaka Train features a nice interior design. The passenger seats are sofas with ergonomic design just like airplane seats. The seats are adjustable and rotatable, allowing you to rest comfortably. Added to that, they also provide electric plugs, folded tables, reading lamps, footrests, pillows, and blankets. Each passenger car can accommodate 50 to 52 seats. Each car is equipped with two units of air conditioning, a toilet, and cabin baggage. To enjoy all these comforts, you can buy the ticket at various prices, from Rp260.000-Rp350.000 per passenger. The fare depends on the class or seat position, ticket reservation time, distance, and travel date.

Taksaka Train Types and Facilities

Executive Taksaka Train

The Taksaka executive class has basically the same facilities as other executive trains. You can enjoy reclining and rotary seats, 2-2 seating format, and the number of passengers is certainly not as much as economy class. Taksaka executive train ticket prices start from Rp. 260,000

Taksaka Luxury Train

The Luxury Class Taksaka train is a type of luxury train generation 1. You can enjoy the waiting room for the Taksaka Luxury train from the start at the station. The Taksaka luxury train facilities are also luxurious and complete, ranging from multimedia entertainment, minibar, electric chairs equipped with leg rest adjustment features, reclining seats & leg rest, controlled using buttons. The price of the Taksaka luxury train ticket starts from Rp. 1,000,000.

Train Schedule for Taksaka Jogjakarta - Gambir (Train Number 51)

Station	Arrival	Departure
Jogjakarta	-	08.00
Kutoarjo	08.52	08.56
Kebumen	09.21	09.23
Kroya	10.03	10.06
Purwokerto	10.33	10.43
Cirebon	12.38	12.46
Jatinegara	15.23	15.26
15.42	15.42	–

Train Schedule for Taksaka Gambir - Jogjakarta (Train Number 52)

Station	Arrival	Departure
Jakarta Gambir	-	08.30
Cirebon	11.29	11.40
Purwokerto	13.37	13.50
Kebumen	15.00	15.04
Kutoarjo	15.28	15.32
Yogyakarta	16.25	-

Train Schedule for Taksaka Gambir - Jogjakarta (Train Number 53)

Station	Arrival	Departure
Yogyakarta	-	20.00
Kutoarjo	20.52	20.56
Kroya	21.59	22.05
Purwokerto	22.32	22.40
Cirebon	00.37	00.45
Jatinegara	03.27	03.29
Jakarta Gambir	03.45	–

Train Schedule for Taksaka Gambir - Jogjakarta (Train Number 54)

Station	Arrival	Departure
Jakarta Gambir	-	20.45
Cirebon	23.41	23.48
Purwokerto	01.43	01.51
Kutoarjo	03.20	03.24
Kutoarjo	15.28	15.32
Yogyakarta	04.15	-

Interesting Information about Taksaka Train

The Origin of the name

Taksaka is derived from the name of a gigantic dragon of the Mahabharata story. Despite being a giant dragon, Taksaka is known to be kind-hearted and nurturing. Inspired by the traits, Taksaka Train aspires to symbolize the noble values and bring pride among passengers.

The History of the train

PT KAI (Persero) started the operation of Taksaka Train 17 years ago, precisely on 19 September 1999, under the name Taksaka I. In the next development, PT KAI (Persero) launched Taksaka Train II as the second generation, on 17 October 2001. Taksaka Train II served two routes: day trips to Jakarta and night trips to Yogyakarta. From then on, Taksaka Train serves a round trip twice a day, every day.

The Train Series

In traveling the round trip between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, the Taksaka Train carries eleven cars. The series consisted of one luggage car, eight executive passenger cars, one dining car, and one generator car. Running with CC206 type locomotive, Taksaka Train is capable of carrying 400 to 452 passengers.

Reliable train in East Java Province

Taksaka Train is one of the most reliable transports for the Jakarta people who want to visit East Java Province, or vice versa. The train is often crowded with travelers from the capital wishing to visit various tourist attractions in East Java, and vice versa. Passengers of Taksaka Train can also continue their journey to Surabaya, taking Sancaka Pagi train. The train will arrive at Surabaya Gubeng Station by noon.