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Museum Batik Danar Hadi
City museum focused on batik heritage, production tools, motifs, and Solo’s textile identity. A practical stop before shopping in local batik districts.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Citeureup to Surakarta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Citeureup to Surakarta will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 2 buses from Citeureup to Surakarta, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct buses cover the 452 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest buses will take 12 h 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 Citeureup to Surakarta run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 280 miles (452 km) distance in 12h 0m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
The table below shows live departures for Citeureup to Surakarta buses for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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HARAPAN JAYA | 2:00 PM Citeureup | 9h30 | 11:30 PM Surakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 5:30 PM Citeureup | 12h00 | 5:30 AM Surakarta, Bus Terminal Tirtonadi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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City museum focused on batik heritage, production tools, motifs, and Solo’s textile identity. A practical stop before shopping in local batik districts.
Popular museum on the palace grounds displaying wayang puppets, kris, masks, and royal artifacts that introduce Central Javanese court traditions.
Compact museum in Mangkunegaran with royal heirlooms, photos, and historical objects. Worth visiting for a closer look at aristocratic life in Solo.
Broad avenue linking key heritage sites, often used for festivals and city events. Good for walking, architecture, and seeing Surakarta’s civic heart.
Historic batik neighborhood with workshops, old houses, murals, and community spaces. A rewarding area to explore local craft traditions on foot.
Main public square beside the palace, known for open space, traditional atmosphere, and evening activity. An easy place to feel everyday Solo life.
Rice with shredded chicken in light coconut milk, served with labu siam and areh. A classic Solo breakfast tied to royal court culinary traditions.
Thin savory pancake rolled with minced beef or chicken, egg, and scallions. A long-standing Solo snack with Chinese-Indonesian influence.
Sweet coconut milk pancake, often plain or topped with chocolate, banana, or jackfruit. A beloved Solo specialty sold fresh in soft folded rounds.
Well-known casual eatery specializing in Timlo Solo, selat, and other local favorites with a busy, straightforward atmosphere.
Historic spot for fresh Serabi Solo, especially the original plain and chocolate versions. Best for snacks, takeaway, and local food souvenirs.
Traditional Javanese restaurant known for Nasi Liwet and classic Solo dishes in a heritage-style setting popular with families and visitors.
Surakarta is budget-friendly versus Bali or Jakarta, with low hotel, meal, and local transport costs for most travelers.
Tipping is not required. Restaurants may add service. Round up for cafes or taxis, or leave 5-10% for very good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Citeureup 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.

Most Citeureup to Surakarta buses use the Citeureup to Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi station pair. Use this guide to compare Citeureup and Surakarta bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Citeureup has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small local food stalls and vendors
Ticket office support is available at Citeureup.
Available at Citeureup: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Citeureup: Ramps available.
Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi is 1 km from Surakarta city centre. Public transport options include:
Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTMs from several banks available.
Ticket office support is available at Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi.
Available at Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi: Wheelchair ramps, assistance available.
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