Stasiun Merak (MER)

Merak Station (MER) is a vital Class II railway facility located in Cilegon, Banten, serving as the western terminus of the railway network on Java. Situated at an elevation of three meters above sea level, it falls under the jurisdiction of Daerah Operasi I Jakarta. Historically, the station has functioned as the critical gateway between the islands of Java and Sumatra, facilitating seamless intermodal connectivity for passengers and freight transitioning to the adjacent Merak Ferry Terminal. Its architectural heritage reflects the colonial-era expansion of the railway infrastructure, designed to bridge the logistical gap between the two major islands through integrated maritime and rail transit.

The station features a functional platform yard configuration optimized for high-volume transfers between trains and ships. As a pivotal node in the national transit network, Merak Station remains essential for regional mobility, connecting the industrial hub of Cilegon to the broader metropolitan area of Jakarta.