The cheapest and fastest buses from Ambarawa to Magelang
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
31 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ambarawa to Magelang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ambarawa to Magelang will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Ambarawa for Magelang on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 30 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 31 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:30 AM0h31Ambarawa11:01 AMMagelang$51One-way0 transfers
2:30 AM0h31Ambarawa3:01 AMMagelang$61One-way0 transfers
10:30 AM0h31Ambarawa11:01 AMMagelang$51One-way0 transfers
2:30 AM0h31Ambarawa3:01 AMMagelang$61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Ambarawa to Magelang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ambarawa to Magelang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (34m by bus vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $4 (€4) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Ambarawa to Magelang Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 03:01AM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:01AM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Putra Remaja Shuttle | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:01AM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Putra Remaja Shuttle | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Putra Remaja Shuttle | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Putra Remaja Shuttle | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:01PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Live departures
Ambarawa to Magelang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ambarawa to Magelang buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:40 PM Ambarawa | 1h00 | 1:40 PM Magelang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 PM Ambarawa | 0h50 | 3:00 PM Magelang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Ambarawa | 0h31 | 5:01 PM Magelang | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 2:30 AM Ambarawa | 0h31 | 3:01 AM Magelang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Ambarawa | 0h31 | 11:01 AM Magelang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ambarawa to Magelang
Buses from Ambarawa to Magelang run on average 31 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 31 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 18 miles (30 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average bus duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 31m |
First bus 5:10 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Ambarawa to Magelang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ambarawa to Magelang by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Magelang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ambarawa to Magelang
- 05:00-21:00
- Parking available for cars and motorcycles
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside the terminal
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in waiting area
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at terminal entrance
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and inter-city buses
- Angkot (public minivan)
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of station
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses, inter-city buses
- Angkot (public minivan)
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in waiting area
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and inter-city buses
- Angkot (local minibus)

