For Tasikmalaya residents or tourists who have just landed at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), transportation to get home is often a consideration. Although there is no direct bus route to Tasikmalaya, PO Primajasa offers an effective solution via the KM 39 Rest Area Transit Point.
This method is not only convenient, but also much more affordable than using door-to-door travel services. Here is a complete guide.
Why Choose the Transit Route?
There are two main reasons why this transit scheme is so popular:
- Economical Cost: Combining two regular bus tickets is much cheaper than other transportation options.
- Variety of Bus Options: Primajasa buses for the airport and Tasikmalaya routes have very frequent departure schedules, so you don’t have to wait too long.
Travel Steps
- Departure from the Airport Shelter
After exiting the arrival terminal (T1, T2, or T3), head to the official bus shelter. Choose the Primajasa bus for the Soetta Airport – Bandung route.
Important Tip: When purchasing your ticket or boarding the bus, inform the staff that you will be getting off at the KM 39 Rest Area. This is important so that the bus crew can arrange your luggage in a position that is easy to retrieve during transit.
- Transit Process at KM 39 Rest Area
Upon arrival at the KM 39 Rest Area on the Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road, you will get off at the official Primajasa transit point. Here, you can simply wait for the Primajasa bus with Tasikmalaya as its final destination.
- Continuing Your Journey to Tasikmalaya
You can choose between Economy Class (AC Bisnis) or Super Executive Class buses to Tasikmalaya, depending on availability. With many Primajasa buses passing through the transit point at Rest Area KM 39, passengers should have no trouble finding a bus that suits their needs.
Additional Tips for You:
- Keep an Eye on Your Luggage: Make sure your luggage has been safely transferred to the second bus.
- Take Advantage of the Facilities: Rest Area KM 39 is a comfortable rest stop. Use your short transit time to go to the toilet or buy snacks.
- Check the Last Schedule: Make sure you arrive at KM 39 before the last bus schedule from Jakarta to Tasikmalaya (usually available until midnight).
Traveling from Soetta Airport to Tasikmalaya is no longer confusing. By utilizing the transit point at KM 39, you can enjoy a safe, comfortable, and most importantly, more economical journey.
