Garuda Mas
| File:Garuda Mas Jetbus2+ SDD Adiputro.jpg Double-Decker Bus Garuda Mas with New Setra Jetbus2+ SDD bodywork manufactured by Adi Putro (using Jetbus3+ Facelift) | |
| Founded | 1972 |
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| Headquarters | Kedawung, Cirebon, West Java, Indonesia |
| Service area | Java |
| Service type | Intercity, interprovincial bus |
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| Fuel type | Diesel |
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| Website | pogarudamas |
PT Garuda Mas Putera Esa (Indonesian bus company) is an Indonesian bus company originating from Cirebon Regency, West Java. This bus company operates intercity and interprovincial buses, operating routes from DKI Jakarta to cities in Central Java and East Java, and is one of the pioneers of bus transportation in the Grobogan Regency area. The company's headquarters and main garage are located in Kedawung District, Cirebon, and has a second garage in Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta.
History
Garuda Mas was founded by Sanoesi Karjadidjaja in 1972. Previously, Sanoesi worked for a private bus operator in Jakarta, Sukabumi Motor Supply (SMS). When the city bus management in Jakarta was taken over by PPD, Sanoesi moved to Cirebon and established a transportation business there. [1] The name Garuda Mas was chosen because Sanoesi has a strong sense of patriotism and Indonesian nationalism, with the Indonesian national symbol as a representation of pride in Indonesia, which then became a distinctive characteristic for this company.[1][2]
Garuda Mas debuted with a simple inaugural route: intercity within the province West Java, Cirebon–Majalengka. Over time, Garuda Mas expanded its services to more strategic routes, such as from Jabodetabek to various cities in Central Java. Before operating the Purwodadi route, Garuda Mas operated the Jakarta–Kudus–Pati–Jepara route.[1][3]
Garuda Mas began operating routes to Purwodadi to accommodate the needs of passengers heading to Demak or Semarang, due to considerations of the limited bus fleet which at that time was only served by Perum DAMRI.[2] This made its presence increasingly widely known by people in various regions of Java. This expansion makes Garuda Mas known not only in its home region, but also as an operator that plays an important role on the route.[1][2][3]
Garuda Mas's development is inseparable from the strategy and management continued by the second generation, especially by Barmawi who led the operational division in Jakarta, while Benyamin Darmawan managed the operations in Cirebon. Around 2007, management consolidated by moving the operational center for wider routes to Jakarta to make the growth strategy and fleet scheduling more efficient and centralized. This transformation helps Garuda Mas remain competitive amidst competition from other bus companies on the Pantura route and the eastern Java route.[3][4]
Fleet
Garuda Mas manages a fleet of more than 140 buses using various types of chassis and bodywork.[1] Garuda Mas relies on two vehicle manufacturers, namely Mercedes-Benz (OH 1626,[5] OH 1836,[6] and O 500 RSD 2445[7]) and Hino (RK 280 Euro 4).[8] These chassis offer comfort with air suspension and a space frame to allow for ample luggage space. Garuda Mas is the first user of the Mercedes-Benz O 500 RSD 2445 chassis in Indonesia for its double-decker buses.[7]
Garuda Mas is a generational collector of Adi Putro Jetbuses. These include double-decker bus using the Jetbus3+ SDD model which was released in 2018[9] and sleeper class buses with the Jetbus5 Dream Coach body which was released at the end of 2024.[10] In addition to Jetbus, Garuda Mas also uses the Laksana Legacy body with various variants.[11]
Garuda Mas is known for offering a variety of service classes, ranging from economy, business, VIP, executive, to super executive, providing passengers with a choice of comfort based on their budget. This bus company has gained public attention due to its strong fan and passenger community. [12]
Distinctive Appearance
Garuda Mas is easily recognizable by its bus's dominant base color, ocean blue with a play of yellow, orange, green, and white stripes. The meaning of the Garuda bird, as a distinctive feature depicted on the bus fleet, is inspired by the national symbol and the nationalism of its founders. The image displayed to represent the Garuda bird is an eagle.[4]
Route
Since its inception, PO Garuda Mas has focused its entire business line on intercity and interprovincial bus (AKAP) services. Garuda Mas's main routes besides the destinations Purwodadi, Grobogan, Grobogan Regency, Central Java[13] including the destinations Blora District, Blora Regency, Central Java[14] to Seloaji Terminal, Ponorogo Regency, East Java, from passenger pick-up points or bus terminals in the Jabodetabek area. In its development, these routes became the backbone of the company's operations and formed a strong customer base, especially for passengers who regularly travel to and from the central region of Java Island. [15]
Appreciation and awards
In 2022, together with Laju Prima and Murni Jaya, Garuda Mas received an award from Hino Motors Indonesia for achieving one million kilometers through empowering its bus fleets using Hino chassis.[16]
Notes
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Trisna, Citra Dara Vresti (12 January 2023). "History of PO Garuda Mas: Buses from Cirebon Become the Ruler of the Purwodadi Route". Okezone. Retrieved 29 September 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Anggraeni, Rina (March 6, 2024). "Who is the Owner of Garuda Mas Bus Company? Here's Who He Is". Okezone.com. Retrieved September 29, 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Ramadan, Muhamad Fadli (January 24, 2023). "Born in Cirebon, Dominating the Purwodadi Route for 50 Years, These Are the Principles Upheld by PO Garuda Mas". iNews. Retrieved December 2, 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Ramadan, Muhamad Fadli (January 24, 2023). "The Story of the Garuda Mas Bus Company, Built by a Warrior During the Colonial Era". iNews. Retrieved December 2, 2025.
- ↑ Sari, J.P.I.; Ferdian, A. (2025-03-12). "Welcoming the Eid Homecoming Season, PO Garuda Mas Releases Two Buses New". Kompas.com. Retrieved 2025-12-13.
- ↑ Radityasani, M.F.; Ferdian, A. (2022-10-18). "Four New Buses from PO Garuda Mas, Using Chassis Premium". Kompas.com. Retrieved 2025-12-13.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Anshori, Luthfi. "New Bus PO Garuda Mas Launched at GIIAS 2024, Already Has ADAS Features". detikoto (in Bahasa Indonesia). Retrieved 2025-12-12.
- ↑ Radityasani, M.F.; Ferdian, A. (2024-12-22). "New Bus PO Garuda Mas, Uses a Body Like Legacy SR3 Neo XHD Prime". Kompas.com. Retrieved 2025-12-13.
- ↑ Radityasani, Muhammad Fathan; Ferdian, Azwar (4 November 2020). "PO Garuda Mas Adds Two Double Deck Buses for AKAP Fleet". Kompas.com. Retrieved 2 December 2025.
- ↑ Radityasani, Muhammad Fathan; Kurniawan, Agung (26 December 2024). "New Bus PO Garuda Mas: Jetbus 5 Dream Coach with Luxurious Facilities". Kompas.com. Retrieved 2 December 2025.
- ↑ Radityasani, Muhammad Fathan; Ferdian, Azwar (18 October 2022). "Four New Buses from PO Garuda Mas, Using Premium Chassis". Kompas.com. Retrieved 2 December 2025.
- ↑ Amalia, C. (2023-01-08). "4 Facts About the Bosses of the Garuda Mas Bus Company, From Doa Ibu to Primajasa". Okezone.com. Retrieved 2025-12-12.
- ↑ Anwar, Ilham Choirul (March 26, 2024). "Garuda Mas Bus Ticket Schedule & Prices Jakarta-Purwodadi Today". Tirto.id. Retrieved December 2, 2025.
- ↑ Khoiri, Ahmad Masaul (April 7, 2021). "Review of the New Garuda Mas Double Decker Bus, Blora-Jakarta Route". Detik Travel. Retrieved December 2, 2025.
- ↑ Daniswari, Dini (March 9, 2024). "Route and Fares of Garuda Mas VIP Bus Jakarta-Ponorogo". Kompas.com. Retrieved December 2, 2025.
- ↑ Prabowo, Indra (December 23, 2022). "Hino Appreciates 3 POs with Fleets Exceeding 1 Million Kilometers". otobisnis.id. Retrieved December 2, 2025.
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