The cheapest and fastest buses from Palembang to Kartasura
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
19 h 32 m
Average duration
1 d 42 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
840 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palembang to Kartasura is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palembang to Kartasura will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 6 buses that leave Palembang for Kartasura on Thu, May 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 840 km distance in an average of 1 d 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 32 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 1 d 3 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.
HARAPAN JAYA11:45 AM28h30Palembang, Alang-Alang Lebar4:15 PMKartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura$491One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA12:20 PM19h32Palembang, Jl. Letjen H. Alamsyah Ratu Perwiranegara (Poligon)7:52 AMKartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura$491One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA11:50 AM27h00Palembang, Sukarami2:50 PMKartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura$491One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA11:30 AM27h00Palembang, Sukajadi, Talang Kelapa2:30 PMKartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura$491One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA12:00 PM27h00Palembang, Talang Kelapa3:00 PMKartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura$491One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA12:20 PM19h32Palembang, Jl. Letjen H. Alamsyah Ratu Perwiranegara (Poligon)7:52 AMKartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura$491One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA12:40 PM22h59Palembang, Jl. D.I. Panjaitan / Jl. Mutiara11:39 AMKartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura$491One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA11:50 AM27h00Palembang, Sukarami2:50 PMKartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura$491One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA11:30 AM27h00Palembang, Sukajadi, Talang Kelapa2:30 PMKartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura$491One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA12:00 PM27h00Palembang, Talang Kelapa3:00 PMKartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Palembang to Kartasura
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palembang to Kartasura among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 521 miles (840 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $104 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 0m Average total duration 28h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration Fastest 7h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Palembang to Kartasura:
A bus is $59 (€47) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palembang to Kartasura costing on average $104 (€83).
Other travel options to Kartasura take longer:
Bus takes on average 28h 30m.
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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.
Palembang to Kartasura Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:52AM | Duration 19h32 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 11:39AM | Duration 22h59 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Live departures
Palembang to Kartasura bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palembang to Kartasura buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HARAPAN JAYA | 11:30 AM Palembang, Sukajadi, Talang Kelapa | 27h00 | 2:30 PM Kartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 11:45 AM Palembang, Alang-Alang Lebar | 28h30 | 4:15 PM Kartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 11:50 AM Palembang, Sukarami | 27h00 | 2:50 PM Kartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 12:00 PM Palembang, Talang Kelapa | 27h00 | 3:00 PM Kartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 12:20 PM Palembang, Jl. Letjen H. Alamsyah Ratu Perwiranegara (Poligon) | 19h32 | 7:52 AM Kartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 12:40 PM Palembang, Jl. D.I. Panjaitan / Jl. Mutiara | 22h59 | 11:39 AM Kartasura, Bus Terminal Bus Kartasura | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palembang to Kartasura
Buses from Palembang to Kartasura run on average 4 times per day, taking around 28h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 18:15, the last at 18:30. The fastest bus covers the 521 miles (840 km) distance in 28h 30m.
Distance 521 miles (840 km) |
Average bus duration 28h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 28h 30m |
First bus 6:15 PM |
Last bus 6:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Palembang to Kartasura
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palembang to Kartasura 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 Kartasura, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Palembang to Kartasura
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Musi Corridor 1, City Bus
- 05:00-21:00
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls available outside the terminal
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Ramps available
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Trans Musi Route 1, Route 3
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Musi Corridor 1, Local Buses
- 05:00-21:00
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at terminal entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and inter-city buses
- Angkot (public minivan)
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