The cheapest and fastest buses from Pekalongan to Karawang
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
7 h 59 m
Average duration
7 h 59 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pekalongan to Karawang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pekalongan to Karawang will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Pekalongan for Karawang on Thu, May 07, 2 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 270 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, May 07 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.
HARAPAN JAYA1:00 PM7h59Pekalongan , Pekalongan Selatan (Duwet)8:59 PMSebelum Cikampek$131One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA10:30 PM7h59Pekalongan , Pekalongan Selatan (Duwet)6:29 AMKarawang Timur, Karawang Barat$211One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA1:00 PM7h59Pekalongan , Pekalongan Selatan (Duwet)8:59 PMSebelum Cikampek$131One-way0 transfers
HARAPAN JAYA10:30 PM7h59Pekalongan , Pekalongan Selatan (Duwet)6:29 AMKarawang Timur, Karawang Barat$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Pekalongan to Karawang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pekalongan to Karawang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 167 miles (270 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 29m Average total duration Fastest 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 4m Average total duration 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pekalongan to Karawang:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pekalongan to Karawang costing on average $40 (€32).
Other travel options to Karawang take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 34m.
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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.
Pekalongan to Karawang Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:59PM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:29AM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Pekalongan to Karawang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pekalongan to Karawang 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 | 1:00 PM Pekalongan , Pekalongan Selatan (Duwet) | 7h59 | 8:59 PM Sebelum Cikampek | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 10:30 PM Pekalongan , Pekalongan Selatan (Duwet) | 7h59 | 6:29 AM Karawang Timur, Karawang Barat | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pekalongan to Karawang
Buses from Pekalongan to Karawang run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 13:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 167 miles (270 km) distance in 7h 59m.
Distance 167 miles (270 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 59m |
First bus 1:00 PM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Pekalongan to Karawang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pekalongan to Karawang 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 Karawang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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