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The Indonesian Ministry of Transportation is offering 33,039 free travel slots for the Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026 holidays through its 'Mudik Gratis' program. The program covers various transportation modes including sea transport (17,239 slots), train (12,720 slots), and bus (3,080 slots). This initiative aims to support citizen mobility during the holiday season while promoting cost-effective and safe travel.
The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Transportation, has announced an extensive 'Mudik Gratis' program for the Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026 holiday season. This initiative provides 33,039 free travel opportunities across various transportation modes to facilitate safe and cost-effective homecoming travel for citizens.
The program has allocated travel slots across three primary transportation modes:
This 'Mudik Gratis' program is part of the government's efforts to support citizen mobility during peak holiday seasons while ensuring transportation safety and accessibility. The initiative is particularly important for lower-income citizens who might otherwise face challenges in returning to their hometowns during the holidays.
Interested participants can register through the dedicated website Mudik.kemenhub.go.id. The program's details were announced on December 15, 2025, giving potential travelers ample time to plan their journeys for the end-of-year holidays.
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