The cheapest and fastest buses from Cilacap to Surakarta
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cilacap to Surakarta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cilacap to Surakarta will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cilacap for Surakarta on Sat, Mar 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 200 km distance in an average of 6 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 7 h 46 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cilacap to Surakarta
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cilacap to Surakarta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 124 miles (200 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Cilacap to Surakarta Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Live departures
Cilacap to Surakarta bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cilacap to Surakarta buses for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:10 AM Cilacap | 7h46 | 5:56 PM Surakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Cilacap | 6h00 | 11:45 PM Surakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cilacap to Surakarta by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cilacap to Surakarta
Buses from Cilacap to Surakarta run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:20, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 5h 56m.
Distance 124 miles (200 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 56m |
First bus 09:20 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Cheapest month Feb |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Cilacap to Surakarta
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cilacap to Surakarta 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 Surakarta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cilacap to Surakarta
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at terminal entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- Angkot (public minivan)
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available for both cars and motorcycles
- Food court and various food stalls available
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps, assistance available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: City Bus, Inter-city Bus
- Angkot (public minivan)
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: BST Corridor 1, 2
- Local minibus (angkot)
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