Stasiun Tanjungkarang (TNK)

Tanjungkarang Station (TNK) is a Large Class Type A railway station situated at an elevation of +96 meters in Bandar Lampung, serving as the operational heart of Divisi Regional IV Tanjungkarang. As the premier transit hub on the southern tip of Sumatra, the station holds deep historical significance, having originated during the Dutch colonial era as part of the ambitious *Zuid-Sumatra Spoorwegen* railway network development project. Its architectural heritage is prominently displayed in its vintage station building, which successfully retains classic colonial-era structural elements while harmoniously integrating modern passenger amenities.

The station yard features a robust configuration of multiple tracks and platforms designed to efficiently handle both high-density passenger services and heavy freight logistics connecting Lampung to South Sumatra. As the vital nexus of the regional rail network, Tanjungkarang Station plays a crucial economic role in facilitating the seamless movement of bulk commodities—most notably coal—alongside intercity passenger transit. By bridging regional economic corridors and sustaining national supply chains, the station remains an indispensable pillar of Indonesia’s modern transportation infrastructure.