Those traveling from the capital city of Jakarta to Bandung (and vice versa) can enjoy a much more convenient mode of transportation following the launch of first-class train service Argo Parahyangan Priority on March 9th, 2018.
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The priority class was initially only available to cater VVIP passengers (such as presidential or official entourage) or chartered by a group of travelers. But now, the priority class is available for individual passengers as state-owned railway operator PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) aims at improving its services and to cater broader needs.
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Similar to luxurious trains in Europe, the Argo Parahyangan Priority comes with various first-class facilities and the latest in technology. These include audio video on demand (AVOD) in every seat, a minibar, 52-inch flat screen TV, special attendants, luxurious toilet, as well as premium seats which are much more comfortable than the seats in the executive class. Passengers are also treated with a coffee break session offering free flow coffee, tea, snacks, and mineral water. The interior of the car is dominated by the color brown and features classic wooden decoration.
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Currently, there is only one car available for the priority class. The car is connected to the Argo Parahyangan train which operates every day, departing from Gambir Station in Jakarta at 8:45 a.m. and
6:45 p.m., and from Bandung Station at 5 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. Ticket price is set at IDR200, 000 and a total of 28 seats are available. Ticket reservation is available on the mobile app of PT KAI, KAI Access, and the company's website KAI.id.
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The service is still in its trial run until March 31st and it's expected to continue in the months after, depending on public response.
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