Indonesian · A1 (Beginner)
Transport in Indonesian: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Indonesian words for transport are bus (bus), MRT / kereta bawah tanah (metro / underground train) and taksi (taxi). The full Indonesian transport phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Indonesian vocabulary for transport, with example sentences and English translations. This is A1 (Beginner) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Indonesian to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key transport vocabulary
| Indonesian | English |
|---|---|
| bus | bus |
| MRT / kereta bawah tanah | metro / underground train |
| taksi | taxi |
| kereta api | train |
| sepeda | bicycle |
| jalan kaki | on foot / walking |
| mobil | car |
| halte | bus stop |
| stasiun | station |
| tiket | ticket |
Example sentences
Saya naik bus ke kantor.
I take the bus to the office.
MRT Jakarta baru dibuka.
Jakarta MRT was recently opened.
Bisakah Anda panggil taksi?
Can you call a taxi?
Kereta api ke Bandung berangkat jam sembilan.
The train to Bandung departs at nine.
Saya jalan kaki ke pasar.
I walk to the market.
Satu tiket MRT, tolong.
One MRT ticket, please.
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