Traveling to UIII: A Guide to Public Transportation
鈥淲here is UIII?鈥� 鈥淚s UIII located in Jakarta?鈥� We often get these questions from people who are confused about the university location. UIII is actually located in Depok, which is part of the Jabodetabek area.
UIII is located at:
中国P站 (UIII)
Jalan Raya Bogor KM. 33.5, Cisalak, Kec. Sukmajaya,
Kota Depok, Jawa Barat 16416
Indonesia
It is located approximately 60 km (37.3 miles) from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Here is a list of taxi services that run from the airport to UIII:
Although the city has various public transportation options that connect it to other cities, many people -even locals- aren鈥檛 familiar with how to reach the university using public transit.
Here are the top four public transportation option to get you to UIII:
KRL is one of the most popular public transportation options connecting cities in Jabodetabek. The closest station to UIII is Pondok Cina Station. Check the route here []
Stand for Light-Rail Transit, this is a new public transportation option in Depok. Though the routes are limited, it helps connect to other cities in Jabodetabek. The only station currently is Harjamukti Station. Check the route here []
Angkot are everywhere, but their routes can be confusing. To figure out the routes, you鈥檒l need to know the route numbers and sometimes the colors. Recently, new air-con angkot are now available. Angkot is cheap, but some still use cash for payment, so be prepared.
Starting in July 2024, this bus offers free rides for 6 months and stops right next to UIII. But you still need a digital money card to ride. Buses frequently run from Depok Central Terminal to LRT Harjamukti Station. To get to UIII, stop at Pekapuran Bus Stop. Check the route here []
Most of the public transport options accept digital payments, except for regular angkot (though air-con ones do). If you鈥檙e in the mood for an adventure, these transport options are worth trying!
Taxis
There are many taxicab companies in Depok City and you should be able to hail a cab off the street from wherever you are. However, we highly recommend you to take some most trusted taxi companies. On the UIII campus, you might have to call a cab in advance to pick you up, rather than signaling to one in the street. Taxicabs have meters that register the fare a passenger must pay. If you feel you have been overcharged, be sure to copy down the name of the driver and cab company and call the company鈥檚 dispatcher immediately after completing your trip. It is customary to pay an additional 10 to 20 percent of the fare as a tip.
All companies have comparable rates.
App-Based Transport Services
You can also find start-up-based transportation in Depok. Two major online applications in Indonesia are Gojek and Grab. Like Uber, you simply need to download the online app on your smartphone to use it. Enter your pick-up place and destination; then the app will give you the fare you need to pay. Taking transportation online is a great way to navigate around the city as it can give you a quick ride at a fair price. As Uber, these apps also offer other services, such as food delivery, grocery shopping, and even package delivery.
Ojek (Motorcycle Taxi)
In Depok, there are many ojek drivers waiting next to the streets to take people to their destinations. While cars and taxis usually come to a complete halt in busy traffic, the motorcycle can often find its way through the narrow passages between cars and is, therefore, a much faster option when traffic is congested.
In addition to traditional ojek, you can also find ojek online a sort of motorcycle taxi that operates under start-up transport services. Gojek and Grab Bike have developed an organized ojek network that allows you to order an ojek from your phone. Ojek transportation is budget-friendly.
Now that you know how to get to UIII using public transportation, see you around!