Malaysian Tourists Flock to Whoosh High-Speed Train During New Year's Holiday

Record International Ridership

The Whoosh high-speed train service, operated by PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia China (KCIC), experienced a significant surge in international passengers during the 2025/2026 New Year's holiday season. A total of 13,000 international travelers used the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail service ¹

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. Malaysian tourists led the international ridership, with 7,000 passengers making up 53% of the total international travelers ¹

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Daily Passenger Trends

Daily ridership data revealed that between 750 to 1,000 Malaysian tourists used the Whoosh service daily during the peak holiday season, starting from December 18, 2025 ¹

. This consistent demand highlights the popularity of Indonesia's high-speed rail service among Malaysian visitors. According to Eva Chairunisa, General Manager Corporate Secretary of KCIC, Malaysian tourists primarily used the service to travel from Jakarta to Bandung and other tourist destinations in West Java ¹

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Cumulative Passenger Statistics

The Whoosh service has accumulated significant international ridership since its inception. As of 2025, the total number of Malaysian passengers reached approximately 294,000, while the total international passengers stood at about 394,000 since the service began operations in 2023 ¹

. This data underscores the growing popularity of Indonesia's high-speed rail service among international travelers, particularly from Malaysia.

Tourism Impact

The high demand from Malaysian tourists during the New Year's holiday demonstrates the effectiveness of regional tourism initiatives. The Whoosh service has become a preferred mode of transportation for travelers visiting popular destinations such as Bandung, Lembang, and Ciwidey in West Java ¹

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