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Museum Nasional Indonesia
Indonesia’s national museum, known for archaeology, ethnography, and classical sculptures. A core stop for understanding the country’s history and cultures.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
20 h 3 m
Average duration
20 h 3 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
626 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jambi to Jakarta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jambi to Jakarta will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 1 buses that leave Jambi for Jakarta on Sun, Jun 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct buses cover the 626 km distance in an average of 20 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 3 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest buses will take 20 h 3 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.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Jambi to Jakarta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $54.
Distance: 388 miles (626 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 33m Average total duration 20h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jambi to Jakarta:
A bus is $44 (€35) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jambi to Jakarta costing on average $75 (€61).
Other travel options to Jakarta take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 3m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator PO. SARI MUSTIKA | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:03AM | Duration 20h03 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Jambi to Jakarta buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Jambi | 20h03 | 3:03 AM Jakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Jambi to Jakarta run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:10, the last at 05:15. The fastest bus covers the 388 miles (626 km) distance in 20h 3m.
Distance 388 miles (626 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 3m |
First bus 2:10 AM |
Last bus 5:15 AM |
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Indonesia’s national museum, known for archaeology, ethnography, and classical sculptures. A core stop for understanding the country’s history and cultures.
A leading modern and contemporary art museum with international and Indonesian exhibitions. Popular for major installations and strong social media appeal.
Also called the Jakarta History Museum, this Fatahillah Square landmark presents the city’s colonial-era history inside the former Batavia town hall.
The heart of Kota Tua, lined with museums and heritage buildings. A classic walking area for history, street scenes, and photography.
A vast civic square surrounding Monas, important for city views, national symbolism, and open public space in central Jakarta.
Jakarta’s Chinatown, known for temples, old shophouses, markets, and layered cultural history. It remains a rewarding area to explore on foot.
Jakarta’s iconic beef soup from the Betawi community, made with a rich coconut milk or milk-based broth, beef, and offal, usually served with emping and rice.
A classic Betawi street snack of glutinous rice, egg, dried shrimp, and toasted coconut, cooked until crisp. It is strongly associated with old Batavia and Jakarta fairs.
Fragrant rice cooked with coconut milk and spices, commonly eaten in Jakarta with fried chicken, tempeh, sambal, egg, and peanuts. A beloved everyday meal across the city.
Well-known upscale Indonesian restaurant with dramatic heritage-inspired interiors, popular for a broad menu of traditional dishes and a memorable atmosphere.
Established Indonesian restaurant in central Jakarta known for refined regional dishes, seafood, and a polished setting suitable for visitors and business meals.
Long-running local favorite for authentic Soto Betawi, serving rich traditional Jakarta soup in a simple, classic setting near old central districts.
Affordable for many tourists. Local meals and transport are cheap, while hotels and upscale dining vary widely by area.
Service charge is often included in restaurants. If not, leave 5-10% for good service. Round up for taxis; small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta -> BNI City Station, Jakarta
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