The cheapest and fastest buses from Gombong to Semarang
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gombong to Semarang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gombong to Semarang will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 1 buses that leave Gombong for Semarang on Tue, Jul 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 14 the direct buses cover the 121 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Tue, Jul 14 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
4:00 PM4h00Gombong8:00 PMSemarang$181One-way0 transfers
4:00 PM4h00Gombong8:00 PMSemarang$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gombong to Semarang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gombong to Semarang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gombong to Semarang:
A bus is $10 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gombong to Semarang costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Semarang take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 39m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (4h 17m by bus vs 4h 45m by car) and save roughly $2 (€1) compared to fuel and tolls ($19 (€16) vs $21 (€17)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Gombong to Semarang Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Compare prices and tickets Gombong to Semarang by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gombong to Semarang
Buses from Gombong to Semarang run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest bus covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Gombong to Semarang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gombong to Semarang 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 Semarang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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