Argo Cheribon Train

Information About Argo Cheribon Train

The Cheribon train is a train that was inaugurated on August 16, 2019. This train merges 3 Daop 3 Cirebon trains, named Cirebon Express, Argo Jati, and Tegal Bahari. The inauguration of GoCher, or the shortening of Argo Cheribon, was marked by the distribution of 2.109 cakes to passengers at Kejaksaan Station.

Cheribon Train serves service users of Cirebon- Gambir round trip (PP) and Tegal- Cirebon- Gambir (PP). In a day, this train travels around sixteen times. Fourteen of them are regular trips, and two are facultative. For many people, the price of this train is quite affordable.

The name of the Cheribon train caused controversy because it was considered colonial and had received rejection from naturalists and train lovers. Even so, PT KAI Daop 3 Cirebon explained that there was a solid historical value behind the name selection.

Kuswardoyo, the Public Relations Manager of Daop 3 Cirebon, said that the naming of Argo Cheribon refers to the name of Cirebon Station when it was first built in 1912. The name is also considered a witness to the journey of Cirebon Station until it is as big as it is today.

Based on the information from Kuswardono, the naming of Cheribon is proof of PT KAI'S concern to introduce and remember the history of Cirebon Station to the public. Moreover, until now, Cirebon Station is still well maintained and even added with various facilities.

Class Availability Argo Cheribon Train

The Argo Cheribon train has five executive and four premium economy class cars. The total number of seats for executive cars is 250 seats. Each carriage is filled with around 50 passengers. As for the economy class, there are 80 people per carriage. 

The Executive Class has seats with a 2-2 formation (AB-CD) and does not face each other. There are 11 rows with super comfortable seats. The seat model is a single seat that is soft and separate, so it's comfortable to sit on. Although smooth, it does not cause passengers to sag from the seat easily.

The Economy Class for the Argo Cheribon train has a capacity of 80 seats and 21 rows. The formation itself is 2-2 (AB-CD) and not facing. The only seats that face each other are rows 11-12. The seat model offered in Economy class is quite good: individual seats are separated by armrests.

Although the Economy class on the Argo Cheribon train is a single seat, the seat cannot be rotated. The Economy class type is marked with the EKO code when booking online. In terms of price, of course, the Economy class will be more affordable than the Executive class.

Detailed Information About Cheribon Train

The facilities offered in the Executive class are pretty good and comfortable. Shared facilities include air conditioning, pillow rental, adjustable seats, television, footrest, folding table, clean toilets, and charger power outlet.

For those who like to read, there are red lamps that can be used at night. So when you can't sleep on your journey, you can use it for reading or even working. In addition, if you feel hungry, you can order directly from the steward on the train or the restaurant.

Meanwhile, the facilities in the Economy carriages are similar. The carriages themselves are clean because they are cleaned routinely by the staff. There is also air conditioning, comfortable seats, toilets, televisions, power sockets for chargers, and many more. The seats also feel comfortable because they are already separated from the armrest.

This Argo Cheribon train travels for 3–4 hours only. Although it is considered a close journey, the facilities are adequate. The price is also still very affordable for various groups. Starting from Rp130 thousand, you can enjoy a comfortable trip without many obstacles.

Routes, Ticket Prices, and Schedule of Argo Cheribon Train

1. Argo Cheribon Train Schedule Gambir-Cirebon

2.Argo Cheribon Train Schedule Cirebon-Gambir

3. Argo Cheribon Train Schedule Gambir-Tegal

4. Argo Cheribon Train Schedule Tegal-Gambir

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