KA Pangandaran

The Pangandaran is an intercity passenger train service operated by Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI), connecting theprized Priangan region of West Java with the capital city of Jakarta. Named after the renowned coastal regency famous for its tourism and natural landmarks, the service was established to revitalize direct rail connectivity between Jakarta and the southeastern reaches of West Java. Its primary corridor links Banjar station with Gambir station in Central Jakarta, functioning as a vital transportation artery that bridges major urban economic centers with regional destinations.

As a key driver of passenger mobility, the Pangandaran significantly enhances regional connectivity by facilitating seamless travel for both business commuters and leisure tourists. The service relies on high-reliability rolling stock designed to navigate the challenging topography of the Priangan highlands, featuring steep gradients and complex alignments. By providing a dependable, comfortable, and weather-resilient alternative to highway transport, the train stimulates local economies, bolsters the tourism sector in West Java, and integrates outlying municipalities into the broader national transport network.

Operating under the current national rail timetable framework (Gapeka 2025), the service runs 2 scheduled trips daily across a route distance of approximately 325 kilometers. The journey encompasses 18 scheduled stations, resulting in an average transit time of 7 hours and 56 minutes from origin to destination. To accommodate diverse passenger preferences, the train features modern equipment consisting of Executive Stainless Steel New Generation, Economy Stainless Steel New Generation, and Economy New Image classes, collectively offering enhanced passenger comfort, advanced safety features, and elevated onboard amenities.