4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Malang to Surakarta
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€11
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€11
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 35 m
Buses on Sep 19
2
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Malang to Surakarta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malang to Surakarta will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 buses from Malang to Surakarta, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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.
1:00 PM5h30Malang6:30 PMSurakarta€111One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM5h40Malang5:40 PMSurakarta€121One-way0 transfers
- 1:00 PM5h30Malang6:30 PMSurakarta€111One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 PM5h40Malang5:40 PMSurakarta€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Malang to Surakarta
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Malang to Surakarta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a flight costs an average of €119.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €119 Average price | €27 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Malang to Surakarta:
A bus is €100 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Malang to Surakarta costing on average €119.
Other travel options to Surakarta take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 0m.
Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €9. The journey takes 5h 0m versus 4h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Malang to Surakarta Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Dewata Indah | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator RIEVA TRANS | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €11 |
Live departures
Malang to Surakarta bus times
The table below shows live departures for Malang to Surakarta buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:15 AM Malang | 5h00 | 1:15 PM Surakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:00 PM Malang | 5h40 | 5:40 PM Surakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:00 PM Malang | 5h30 | 6:30 PM Surakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Malang to Surakarta
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Buses from Malang to Surakarta run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 17:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 5:00 PM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from Malang to Surakarta
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malang 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 Malang to Surakarta
Most Malang to Surakarta buses use the Malang to Surakarta station pair. Use this guide to compare Malang and Surakarta bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Malang station do buses to Surakarta leave from?
Getting to Malang from Malang city centre
Malang is 1 km from Malang city centre. Public transport options include:
Malang bus station facilities and services
Malang has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines inside terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Malang.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Malang: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Malang: Wheelchair ramps.
Which Surakarta station do buses from Malang arrive at?
Getting to Surakarta from Surakarta city centre
Surakarta is 2 km from Surakarta city centre. Public transport options include:
Surakarta bus station facilities and services
Surakarta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from several banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Surakarta.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Surakarta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Surakarta: Wheelchair ramps.
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