As mentioned in previous post, when I first arrived at Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, I engaged with Garuda Bird taxi counter, as I couldn’t find Blue Bird. Later on, by asking Blue Bird taxis in city, I was told that there’s actually a Blue Bird counter at the airport.
Right in front of Aston Rasuna, there was a service station dedicated to Blue Bird. So, traveling around was very convenient, as taxis were readily available. Similar experience I had in some big shopping malls as well; dedicated Blue Bird depots were available.
Is Blue Bird The Only Trusted Name?
Contrary to general believe, Blue Bird is not the only Indonesian taxi operator you should trust. However, we should recognize Blue Bird Group, instead of just Blue Bird. Another major group under the Blue Bird Group’s umbrella, is Pusaka. Have a look at this page to learn about all logos under Blue Bird Group.
The most prominent feature, the a windscreen sticker labeled with “Blue Bird Group”.
Transjakarta Buses
There’s no light rail transportation in Jakarta. However, they have a close-match alternative - Transjakarta. Transjakarta buses operate in a fixed route with fixed stops. Besides, at most places (not all), Transjakarta buses have dedicated busway lane too.
At fixed rate of 3,500 Rp (about RM1) / trip, you can get to any station within the route map. Yes, no matter how you transit, still same flat rate.
There’s a Transjakarta station (GOR Sumantri, corridor 6) just about 5 minutes walk from Aston Rasuna.
How did I travel to some places with Transjakarta?
- Menara Duta - From corridor 6, stop at Setiabudi Aini.
- Grand Indonesia / Plaza Indonesia - From corridor 6, stop at Dukuh Atas and transit to corridor 1 (heading to Kota). Then, get down at Halte Bundaran HI (Hotel Indonesia).
- Plaza Blok M - From corridor 6, stop at Dukuh Atas and transit to corridor 1 (heading to Blok M). Then, get down at Halte Blok M.
- Glodok (Chinatown) - From corridor 6, stop at Dukuh Atas and transit to corridor 1 (heading to Kota). Then, get down at Halte Glodok.
- Monas (National Monument) - From corridor 6, stop at Dukuh Atas and transit to corridor 1 (heading to Kota). Then, get down at Halte Monas. Alternatively, you can also stop at Halte Gambir 1 of corridor 2.
Tips for traveling with Transjakarta:
- Route map is not easily found at all Transjakarta stations. So, please plan your route before traveling.
- Always remember the last stop of the corridor that you’ll be boarding to. For example, if you’re going to Bundaran HI, the last stop of the route is Kota. At Transjakarta stations, most probably you couldn’t find the route map. However, all doors are labeled with the name of the last stop.
- Avoid heading to Pulo Gadung (corridor 4) or Kuningan / Rangunan (corridor 6) from Dukuh Atas between 5pm - 7pm. The queues of crowd were simply too ridiculous.
LED plate is found in most Transjakarta buses, displaying the station name at each stop. During peak hours, the frequency of buses is superbly high too; almost non-stop.
Transjakarta Dukuh Atas station
Typical after-office traffic at Jakarta
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i found the transjakarta interesting. though some locals complained it actually took their space on the roads.
oh btw simply love jakarta
QuaChee:
If the Transjakarta buses are not given dedicated lane, I can’t image how is the traffic like (already so massive during peak hours)
very nice pics! thot of going to jakarta this december, but had to defer it. but going to bandung in march, tho.
Simon:
hohoho.. Bandung appears to be quite a good traveling destination to me - shopping and nature attraction. haven’t been there though
Very good info and useful tips. I’m going to visit JAkarta soon!