President Prabowo Directs KAI to Build Rail Line Linking Bali Airport to Tourist Areas
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has directed state railway operator PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) to develop a rail line connecting I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport with tourist areas including Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Canggu, and parts of northern Bali. The plan is in early stages, with no details yet on route length, stations, budget, or construction timeline.
According to Indonesia's Cabinet Secretariat, President Prabowo Subianto met with KAI (Indonesian state railway) President Director Bobby Rasyidin at Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on November 5, 2026, and gave directions regarding the development of rail services in Bali. Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya said the meeting covered transportation infrastructure and public facilities, including both the revitalization of the Monas area in Jakarta and rail development in Bali.
In its initial phase, the planned line would connect I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport with popular tourist areas including Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Canggu, and parts of northern Bali. If realized, this could offer a new transportation option for tourists arriving at the airport.
However, the government has not yet announced specific details such as the total route length, number of stations, required budget, or construction start date. The plan remains in an early conceptual stage, and further developments are expected to be announced in the future.
Things to Consider
Since this remains only a conceptual plan with no confirmed construction or completion timeline, current airport transportation options (taxis, ride-hailing apps, car rentals) remain unchanged for now. Travelers and residents should monitor local news for updates on construction schedules, as any future groundbreaking could eventually affect traffic patterns near the airport and tourist corridors.
Source: Senayan Post