Good news for road trip lovers. Perum DAMRI officially announced the opening of a new route connecting Jakarta directly to Denpasar, Bali. This service is scheduled to begin operating on March 6, 2026.

This route is presented to meet the high interest of tourists who want to enjoy a slow travel experience across Java to the Island of the Gods with executive class comfort and competitive prices.

“The new Jakarta-Denpasar route via the Trans Java Toll Road is ready to accompany your holiday trip,” quoted from the official Instagram @damriindonesia.

Jakarta-Bali Departure Schedule

The DAMRI Jakarta-Bali service is specifically designed to accommodate passengers who want to take a weekend getaway. Here is the official schedule:

• From Jakarta: Every Friday at 16.00 WIB.
• From Denpasar: Every Sunday at 16.00 WITA.

With this schedule, tourists can leave after working hours on Friday and return on Sunday afternoon to arrive in Jakarta on Monday morning.

Departure Point in Jakarta

To make things easier for passengers, DAMRI provides three strategic pick-up points in the Jakarta area:

1. DAMRI Kemayoran Station (Main Point)
2. Cawang (East Jakarta)
3. Pulo Gebang Integrated Terminal

Ticket Prices and Facilities Available

Based on DAMRI’s official statement, the fare for the Jakarta-Denpasar route is set at IDR 590,000 per passenger. This price includes a “luxury” travel package with the following facilities:

• Meal Service: Passengers get 2 free meals during the journey.
• Guaranteed Security: Each fleet is equipped with security cameras (CCTV) on the bus.
• Connectivity: There is a USB charger at each seat to ensure electronic devices stay powered on.

How to Order Tickets

In order not to run out of seats (especially for the inaugural trip on March 6), you are advised to book online via:

• DAMRI Apps application (Available on Play Store and App Store).
• Official site at damri.co.id.

Additional Tips

• Book Early: Considering that the departure frequency is currently only available once a week (every Friday), tickets are predicted to sell out quickly.
• Prepare Physically: Even though the bus is very comfortable, the Jakarta-Bali road trip still takes around 24 hours. Make sure your body is fit and bring personal medication if necessary.

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