In an effort to make travel smoother and more affordable during the Eid al-Fitr homecoming in 2025, the government and toll road operators have introduced a range of toll tariff discounts in various locations. This is aimed at providing relief from the cost burden of passengers and ensuring a more relaxing trip during the holiday season.
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Government Initiatives
Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono said a 20% discount would be offered on toll fares on some major toll road corridors in Indonesia. This is among efforts by the government to minimize the cost of land travel by the public during the Eid homecoming season.
Hutama Karya’s Toll Discounts
Hutama Karya, the government establishment, has initiated a 20% discount for the following JTTS (Trans Sumatra Toll Road) sections. (JTTS stands for Trans Sumatra Toll Road)
- Terbanggi Besar-Kayu Agung Toll Road (Terpeka): It is used for both South Bakauheni-Kayu Agung and vice versa and the discount can be obtained here.
- Indralaya-Prabumulih Toll Road (Indraprabu): You can apply the same route for Lembang-Prabumulih and vice versa, and the discount can also be enjoyed.
- Pekanbaru-Dumai Toll Road (Permai): The route of Pekanbaru-Dumai and the discount can be used here and vice versa.
- Indrapura-Kisaran Toll Road (Inkis): Route of Tanjung Pura-Kisaran and Kisaran-Sinaksak and vice versa can take the discount.
- Kuala Tanjung-Tebing Tinggi-Parapat Toll Road (Kutepat): The discount is available for Tanjung Pura-Sinaksak and Kisaran-Sinaksak and vice versa.
With these discounts, the user of the toll road will experience a significant improvement in their homecoming,
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Jasa Marga Toll Discounts
Toll road operator Jasa Marga is providing a 20% discount on the toll fee for return traffic during Eid. The discount runs from 5 a.m. on April 8, 2025, until 5 a.m. on April 10, 2025, Jakarta time. The discount is for trips from Kalikangkung Toll Gate in Central Java to Cikampek Utama Toll Gate in West Java.
Toll Rates from Surabaya to Semarang
For travelers heading from Surabaya to Semarang, the toll rates before discounts are as follows:
- Surabaya-Mojokerto: Rp. 43,500
- Mojokerto-Kertosono: Rp. 55,000
- Kertosono-Ngawi: Rp. 98,000
- Ngawi-Solo: Rp. 131,000
- Solo-Semarang: Rp. 92,000
- Total: Rp. 419,500
Toll Prices from Jakarta to Surabaya
The calculated Class I toll price for the Jakarta to Surabaya journey after discount adjustment, from the original IDR 859,500 to IDR 771,500. Although toll fare discounts are provided, travelers should top up the balance of their toll cards with a value greater than the estimated amount to ensure smooth transactions at toll booths.
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Traveler Tips
Travelers intending to plan return journeys during the Eid holidays should:
- Plan in Advance: Keep the discount schedules in mind while planning travel in order to maximize savings.
- Stay Up to Date: Remain updated with official updates from the toll operators and the government regarding changes or further discounts.
- Be Prepared for Traffic: Expect traffic levels to be high during the times of discounts and prepare for likely delays.
These toll fare discounts are the joint initiatives of the Indonesian Government and toll road concessionaires in providing assistance to the community for the 2025 Eid homecoming, thereby making travel easier and more accessible for everyone.
