Yogyakarta-Bawen Toll Road Construction Nears Completion, Section 1 Exceeds 90% Progress
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At a glance
- Construction of the Yogyakarta-Bawen Toll Road is nearing its final stages, with Section 1 showing significant physical progress.
- Section 1, covering 8.8 kilometers from Junction Sleman to Banyurejo, has surpassed 90 percent completion.
- The entire 75.12-kilometer toll road project is divided into six sections and connects the DI Yogyakarta and Central Java provinces.
The construction of the Yogyakarta-Bawen Toll Road is advancing steadily, with significant progress reported, particularly in Section 1. Aerial views from Seyegan, Sleman, in DI Yogyakarta, show the ongoing work on this crucial segment. The section, which stretches 8.8 kilometers from Junction Sleman to Banyurejo, has now exceeded 90 percent physical completion, indicating it is entering its final phase.
PT Adhi Karya (Persero) Tbk, the company overseeing the construction, confirmed that the work on Section 1 is nearing completion. As of July 2026, the physical progress for this section stood at 92.45 percent, demonstrating continuous movement towards its finalization. This segment is a key part of the overall project, aiming to enhance connectivity between the two regions.
The Yogyakarta-Bawen Toll Road project encompasses a total length of 75.12 kilometers and is strategically divided into six sections. These sections traverse both the DI Yogyakarta province and Central Java province, highlighting the project's scale and its importance in bridging these key areas.
Beyond Section 1, the development of Section 6, connecting Ambarawa and Bawen, is also being prioritized to accelerate the project's overall completion. The continued push to finalize these segments underscores the commitment to strengthening the transportation infrastructure and improving connectivity between Yogyakarta and Central Java, facilitating smoother travel and economic exchange.
Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.