Taking the train is a clean, efficient, and affordable option to reach UIII from the airport—ideal if you want to avoid heavy traffic and prefer public transit. Below is the full guide, now including
ticketing and payment system details.

1. Reach the Airport Railink Station
From Terminal 3 Arrival Hall, follow signs to the Airport Railink Station. You can either walk (it’s connected via a passageway) or take the Skytrain to reach it.
2. Buying a Ticket for the Airport Train
The Airport Railink (called “KA Bandara”) is a premium commuter train that connects the airport to Jakarta city. To ride it:

• Buy a ticket via self-service ticket machines at the stationc
• Payment can be made using cash, debit/credit card, or QRIS (QR code) if you have an
  Indonesian e-wallet.
• Choose Manggarai station as your destination. This station connects you to the Jakarta Commuter Line system.

Travel time: around 45 minutes

Cost: around Rp 70,000 (~4,5$)

3. Transfer to the KRL Commuter Line (Commuter Train)

After arriving at Manggarai Station, walk about five minutes to the nearby platform to board
the KRL Commuter Line (operated by PT KCI) heading toward Depok or Bogor.
Important: You need an e-money card to use KRL

KRL does not sell paper tickets or single-use tickets. You must tap in/out using a contactless e-money card, such as:

• BRIZZI (BRIP
• e-Money (MandiriP
• Tap Cash (BNIP
• Flash (BCA)
  

  You can buy these cards at nearby Indomaret, Alfamart, or from station counters at major
  stations like Manggarai. Make sure it has enough balance (top-up available via retail stores
  or ATMs).

  Alternatively, you can use the KRL Access app to check schedules and station maps,
  though you still need the physical e-money card to tap in.

  Manggarai to Pondok Cina: ~45–60 minutes

  KRL fare: ~Rp 5,000–10,000 (~0,25-0,5$)
  
  
  

  4. Final Ride to UIII Campus

  From Pondok Cina Station, use a ride-hailing app like Grab or Gojek to reach UIII. The campus is just a short drive from the station.