Indonesia’s major cities are experiencing a fundamental transformation in urban mobility systems, with integrated multi-modal networks replacing fragmented transportation options. ProSpace Indonesia’s Urban Mobility Report indicates that public transport usage has increased by 47% across Indonesia’s five largest cities since 2023.
Jakarta leads the transformation, with its expanded MRT, LRT, BRT, and micromobility options now handling 5.3 million daily trips. Integration through unified payment systems and coordinated schedules has been particularly effective in attracting riders from private vehicles.
“We’re witnessing a mindset shift among urban residents as public transportation increasingly becomes the preferred choice rather than a last resort,” explains Dr. Siti Rahayu, Urban Planning Specialist at ProSpace. “The combination of convenience, affordability, and environmental benefits is driving adoption.”
Electric buses now constitute 42% of Jakarta’s bus fleet, with similar transitions underway in Surabaya, Medan, Makassar, and Bandung. Air quality improvements have been measurable, with PM2.5 levels decreasing by an average of 18% in transit corridors.
Transit-oriented development policies have stimulated approximately $8.2 billion in real estate investments near transportation nodes since 2023. Meanwhile, ride-hailing services have evolved to complement rather than compete with public transportation through first/last-mile connection partnerships.
Challenges remain in financing ongoing operational subsidies and maintaining aging infrastructure while expanding networks, issues being addressed through innovative public-private funding mechanisms.
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