The cheapest and fastest buses from Kotabumi to Semarang
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
22 h 59 m
Average duration
22 h 59 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
658 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kotabumi to Semarang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kotabumi to Semarang will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 1 buses that leave Kotabumi for Semarang on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 658 km distance in an average of 22 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h 59 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 22 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.
8:00 AM22h59Kotabumi6:59 AMSemarang$311One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM22h59Kotabumi6:59 AMSemarang$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Kotabumi to Semarang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kotabumi to Semarang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $77.
Distance: 408 miles (658 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 29m Average total duration 22h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration Fastest 6h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kotabumi to Semarang:
A bus is $59 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kotabumi to Semarang costing on average $97 (€79).
Other travel options to Semarang take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 59m.
You'll arrive about -11h -41m sooner (22h 59m by bus vs 12h 18m by car) and save roughly $-15.16 (€-12.43) compared to fuel and tolls ($37 (€31) vs $22 (€18)). 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.
Direct coaches are operated by Harapan Jaya.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Kotabumi to Semarang Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:59AM | Duration 22h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Live departures
Kotabumi to Semarang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kotabumi to Semarang buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Kotabumi | 22h59 | 6:59 AM Semarang | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kotabumi to Semarang
Buses from Kotabumi to Semarang run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 18:00, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 408 miles (658 km) distance in 22h 59m.
Distance 408 miles (658 km) |
Average bus duration 22h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 22h 59m |
First bus 6:00 PM |
Last bus 7:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Harapan Jaya from Kotabumi to SemarangYou can travel by bus between Kotabumi to Semarang with Harapan Jaya for as low as $30 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kotabumi to Semarang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kotabumi 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.

- Harapan Jaya
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Harapan Jaya
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kotabumi to Semarang
Most Kotabumi to Semarang buses use the Bukit Kemuning to Bawen, Terminal Bawen station pair. Use this guide to compare Kotabumi and Semarang bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Kotabumi from Kotabumi city centre
Kotabumi is 1 km from Kotabumi city centre. Public transport options include:
Kotabumi bus station facilities and services
Kotabumi has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are small kiosks inside terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kotabumi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kotabumi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kotabumi: Basic ramps.
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