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Museum Negeri Banten
Provincial museum presenting Banten history, archaeology, ethnography, and cultural collections, useful for understanding the region before exploring sites.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bawen to Serang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bawen to Serang will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 2 buses from Bawen to Serang, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 489 km distance in an average of 12 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 29 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 12 h 29 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.

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Buses from Bawen to Serang run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 12:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 303 miles (489 km) distance in 12h 29m.
Distance 303 miles (489 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 29m |
First bus 12:00 PM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bawen to Serang.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 12:31PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 12h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:14AM | Duration 12h29 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Bawen to Serang buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:31 PM Bawen | 12h29 | 1:00 AM Serang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Provincial museum presenting Banten history, archaeology, ethnography, and cultural collections, useful for understanding the region before exploring sites.
Small site museum in Banten Lama displaying artifacts tied to the sultanate and surrounding ruins, adding context to nearby historic landmarks.
Compact museum focused on the Great Mosque complex, with objects and information that help explain Banten’s religious and court history.
Historic quarter around the old sultanate capital, combining major monuments, ruins, markets, and a lively atmosphere suited to walking and photography.
Central city square popular for strolling, people-watching, and local events, with open space and easy access to nearby civic buildings.
Broad civic area around the provincial grand mosque, visited for architecture, evening ambience, and a sense of everyday urban life in Serang.
Sate bandeng is Serang's signature dish: milkfish is deboned, mixed with coconut milk and spices, stuffed back into the skin, then grilled.
Rabeg is a Banten goat stew with sweet soy sauce, garlic and spices. It reflects old Banten Sultanate tastes and is a classic local festive dish.
Nasi sumsum is rice cooked with marrow broth, giving a rich savory taste. It is a traditional Banten comfort food often served with spiced meat dishes.
Casual local specialist for Serang's famous sate bandeng and other Banten dishes. Popular for authentic flavors and simple family-friendly dining.
Well-known restaurant serving grilled fish, seafood and Sundanese-Indonesian dishes in a relaxed setting suited to groups and families.
Established Indonesian restaurant known for varied local dishes and a comfortable atmosphere for everyday meals in Serang.
Budget-friendly versus many Indonesian tourist hubs. Meals, local transport, and simple hotels are low cost, while upscale dining and international hotels are limited.
Tipping is not required. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% if service is good and no service charge applies. For taxis, round up the fare. In cafes, small change is enough.
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Terminal Pakupatan, Serang -> Serang Station, Serang
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bawen to Serang 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 Serang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bawen to Serang buses use the Bawen, Terminal Bawen to Serang, Ciruas station pair, with some services arriving at Serang, Terminal Pakupatan. Use this guide to compare Bawen and Serang bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bawen, Terminal Bawen is 2 km from Bawen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bawen, Terminal Bawen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
ATMs are inside terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bawen, Terminal Bawen.
Available at Bawen, Terminal Bawen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bawen, Terminal Bawen: Wheelchair accessible.
Serang, Ciruas is 10 km from Serang city centre. Public transport options include:
Serang, Ciruas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several local food stalls and small restaurants nearby.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Serang, Ciruas.
Available at Serang, Ciruas: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Serang, Ciruas: Accessible facilities available.
Serang, Taman is 2 km from Serang city centre. Public transport options include:
Serang, Taman has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food stalls and small cafes are available nearby.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Serang, Taman.
Available at Serang, Taman: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Serang, Taman: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
Serang, Terminal Pakupatan is 5 km from Serang city centre. Public transport options include:
Serang, Terminal Pakupatan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM available inside terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Serang, Terminal Pakupatan.
Available at Serang, Terminal Pakupatan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Serang, Terminal Pakupatan: Basic wheelchair access.
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