The cheapest and fastest buses from Kediri to Surakarta
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
7 h 59 m
Average duration
7 h 59 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kediri to Surakarta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kediri to Surakarta will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Kediri for Surakarta on Thu, Jun 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 134 km distance in an average of 7 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 59 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 59 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.
10:30 AM7h59Kediri6:29 PMSurakarta$81One-way0 transfers
10:30 AM7h59Kediri6:29 PMSurakarta$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kediri to Surakarta
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kediri to Surakarta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kediri to Surakarta:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kediri to Surakarta costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Surakarta take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 52m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Kediri to Surakarta Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 10:29AM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:29PM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:14PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:29AM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:59PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:14PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Kediri to Surakarta bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kediri to Surakarta buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HARAPAN JAYA | 5:30 PM Kras, Jl. Raya Kras / Jl. Jend. Sudirman | 7h59 | 1:29 AM Grogol, Solo Sumber | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 6:00 PM Kediri, Tosaren | 4h59 | 10:59 PM Grogol, Solo Sumber | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 6:15 PM Banguntapan, Tamanan | 4h59 | 11:14 PM Grogol, Solo Sumber | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kediri to Surakarta
Buses from Kediri to Surakarta run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 20:30, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 4h 59m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 59m |
First bus 8:30 PM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Kediri to Surakarta
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kediri 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 Kediri to Surakarta
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking available nearby.
- Several local food stalls and cafes are available nearby.
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available with a small fee for use.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3
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