Jakarta's Karet Station has officially stopped serving commuter rail passengers, according to detikNews. As of Tuesday, September 1, 2026, KRL riders are being directed to use BNI City Station for boarding and alighting.
The closure marks a permanent shift in the area's rail network, with detikNews reporting that the transition took effect the same day. The move follows a broader reorganization of commuter rail stops in central Jakarta.
detikNews also noted that some passengers have complained about longer walking distances to reach BNI City Station compared to the former Karet Station location. CNBC Indonesia reported that the switch has been swift, with Karet Station's role changing completely as riders adapt to the new arrangement.
Kumparan.com published photos showing the station's operations ending, with passenger flow redirected to the Sudirman Baru area. Kompas.id ran a farewell piece marking the station's retirement from active service.
The closure appears to be part of an ongoing consolidation of rail infrastructure in Jakarta's business district, though specific reasons for the shutdown were not detailed in the reports. KRL services continue to operate through the nearby BNI City Station, which is now the primary stop for commuters in that corridor.
Passengers who previously used Karet Station will need to adjust their commuting routines, factoring in the extra time required to reach the alternative station. Local transit authorities have not yet announced any additional services or shuttle options to ease the transition, according to the available reporting.
What to watch next: Whether authorities respond to passenger complaints about the longer walk by adding feeder services or signage improvements at BNI City Station.
