Can you use Uber in Jakarta?

Uber is a new way of transportation in Jakarta using a smartphone application to connect customers with car drivers. Make sure you register in advance.



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Taxis in Jakarta There are a number of taxi services in Jakarta, with ridesharing services such as Grab being recommended for expats. Drivers are generally skilful, have knowledge of the city and speak reasonably good English. They are a safe bet for newcomers to Jakarta and those unfamiliar with the area.

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Places to be Cautious in Jakarta
  • Ciliwung: This is Jakarta's biggest slum and hence, has a lot of social instability. ...
  • The Ancol Port Area: This place has the highest crime rates in the entire city and is also a base for many of the frauds and scandals that run rampant.


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The most popular public transportations for getting around Jakarta are:
  1. Car rental.
  2. Taxi.
  3. Ride-hailing services: Gojek & Grab.
  4. Commuter Line and Airport Train.
  5. TransJakarta Bus.
  6. Jakarta Explorer, the free city tour bus.
  7. MRT.
  8. LRT.


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There is no need to tip your taxi driver, all taxis are metered and the final cost shown is the amount you should pay. You can always round up the fare to the nearest Rp or leave the change with the driver, but this is not mandatory. Tour Guides: Is a tip required?

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From average, you can expect to pay from USD 12.00 to 14.00 (Blue Bird) which will be up to traffic conditions, since traffic jams are usual in Jakarta, especially during peak hours. Airport tax is IDR 4,000. Before departing, we recommend you to agree fares with the driver.

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While women can wear shorts in Jakarta, just be prepared for the looks you may receive. My partner (male) wore shorts during our visit and no-one battered an eyelid. With one day in Jakarta, we'd planned to see the National Monument and the Istiqlal Mosque.

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Several Taxi companies operate at Jakarta airport, including Blue Bird, Silver Bird, Golden Bird and Gamya.
  • Blue Bird taxis are blue and provide basic taxi service from a reliable company.
  • Silver Bird taxis are black and provide premium taxi service at slightly higher rates.
  • Golden Bird is a limousine service.


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