Sidoarjo Train Station

Information about Sidoarjo Station

Sidoarjo Station is a train station class I, located in Lemah Putro sub-district, Sidoarjo District, Sidoarjo Regency, East Java. This station is located at an altitude of around 4 meters above sea level and is managed by PT KAI.

When it was built by the Dutch railway company Staatsspoorwegen on May 16, 1878, Sidoarjo Station had 6 train lines. Now 2 lines from the station part of Operation Area VIII Surabaya have been dismantled.

Sidoarjo Station is the oldest station in East Java which still maintains typical colonial architecture. However, the facilities are complete, including waiting rooms, toilets, parking areas, prayer rooms, and information centers. There is also a lactation room which is much needed by mothers and various restaurants with various menus.

The location of Sidoarjo Station is very strategic because it is easy to reach from various parts of the city. You can easily use the Local Economic Train or KRD to reach this station. Another way is to use the bus and stop at the Sun City bus stop then walk 9 minutes to Sidoarjo Station.

Routes, Ticket Prices, and Train Schedules at Sidoarjo Station

• Sidoarjo Station serves trains with economy, business, and executive services
• The trains that pass through Sidoarjo Station include Jayabaya, Pandalungan, Ranggajati, Blambangan Express and Wijayakusuma.
• The station that is crossed before Sidoarjo Station is Bangil Station if the initial train journey is via Sidoarjo Station itself.
• Meanwhile, the station that will be crossed after Sidoarjo Station is Surabaya Gubeng Station.

Hotels near Sidoarjo Station

As one of the oldest stations and the main railway line in East Java, Sidoarjo Station is always packed with passengers. Some of them may require accommodation for a stopover during the trip and you don't need to worry because there are many options as follows.

1. The Sun Hotel Sidoarjo

Address: Jl. Hero No.1, Sidoarjo City, Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia, 61257

Price: Starting from IDR 368,000 per night

This hotel's location is quite strategic because it is in the Sun City Sidoarjo superblock area with a distance of less than 1 km from Sidoarjo Station. There are several room options available at The Sun Hotel Sidoarjo such as New Superior and New Deluxe.

2. Chiaro Hotel

Address: Jln. Trunojoyo No. 17, Sidoarjo City, Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia, 61218

Price: Starting from IDR 235,000 per night

If you want a more affordable price, shift a little for a distance of around 1.5 km from Sidoarjo Station to Chiaro Hotel. Even though the price is pocket-friendly, this hotel has comfortable facilities and is quite close to Alun Alun Sidoarjo.

3. Favehotel Sidoarjo

Address: Jalan Jenggolo no. 15, Sidoarjo City, Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia, 61219

Price: Starting from IDR 456,000 per night

For those of you who want to stay at a hotel with many choices, come to Favehotel Sidoarjo. There are several room options available at Favehotel Sidoarjo such as Faveroom, Funroom, Freshroom, Fabroom, and Fabroom. The distance is also quite close to Sidoarjo Station because it is only around 2.1 kilometers.

Interesting Facts about Sidoarjo Station

There are several unique facts about Sidoarjo Station that you need to know, including:

1. Originally Built to Support the Sugar Industry

Sidoarjo is known as one of the best sugar producers, so it is not surprising that it requires sufficient transportation. This reason made the Dutch build this station as a means of transporting sugar to ports and other cities.

2. Classic European Building Design

Like other stations which are a legacy of the Dutch colonial era, Sidoarjo Station also has a classic European architectural design. This station is one of the oldest stations as seen from the large opening windows and doors and the spacious yard.

3. Strategic location because it is in the city center

Sidoarjo Station has a strategic location because it can reach Juanda Airport by driving around 39 minutes. This station is also close to various landmarks such as Abhirama Park, Alun Alun, and Kampoeng Batik Jetis.