Merak-Bakauheni Crossing Fees Increased as of August 3, 2023: Here's the List

PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) will implement an increase in crossing fares for the Merak-Bakauheni route starting August 3, 2023.

The fare increase is stipulated in the Indonesian Minister of Transportation Decree Number KM 61 of 2023 concerning Tariffs for the Provision of Economic Class Interprovincial and International Ferry Transportation Services.

A total of 29 crossing routes nationwide will experience fare adjustments, with an average increase of 5%.

The Merak-Bakauheni crossing, the busiest ferry route in Indonesia, will see the highest fare increase, reaching 5.26%.

The fare for pedestrians will increase from Rp21,600 to Rp22,700. Motorcycle fares will increase from Rp58,550 to Rp60,600.

Other vehicle categories will also experience fare adjustments. For a more detailed breakdown, here are the new Merak-Bakauheni crossing fares effective August 3, 2023:

* Regular pedestrian class (per person): Rp22,700
* Motorcycle: Rp60,600
* Vehicle Category IV A: Rp481,800
* Vehicle Category IV B: Rp447,800
* Vehicle Category V A: Rp963,800
* Vehicle Category V B: Rp835,300
* Vehicle Category VI A: Rp1,594,800
* Vehicle Category VI B: Rp1,285,200
* Vehicle Category VII: Rp1,860,400
* Vehicle Category VIII: Rp2,452,400
* Vehicle Category IX: Rp3,755,000

ASDP also explained that several factors contributed to the fare adjustment, including increases in fuel prices (BBM), the Minimum City Wage (UMK), inflation, and the rising US dollar exchange rate, impacting ship maintenance costs.

These components have resulted in increased costs for ferry services, including those managed by ASDP.

Energy components, in particular, contribute significantly, accounting for approximately 40-50% of operational costs.

(See also: Damri Opens Route to Kertajati Airport, Here are the Fares)