The cheapest and fastest buses from Pemalang to Pekalongan
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pemalang to Pekalongan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pemalang to Pekalongan will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 2 buses that leave Pemalang for Pekalongan on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 11 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Pemalang to Pekalongan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pemalang to Pekalongan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 21 miles (34 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€5 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Pemalang to Pekalongan Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator KIRARA TRAVEL | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:21PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator KIRARA TRAVEL | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:21PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Pemalang to Pekalongan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pemalang to Pekalongan buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS | 8:40 AM Kota Pemalang | 1h05 | 9:45 AM Kota Pekalongan | 0 transfersDirect | |
KIRARA TRAVEL | 9:10 AM Kota Pemalang | 1h11 | 10:21 AM Kota Pekalongan | 0 transfersDirect | |
JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS | 10:45 AM Kota Pemalang | 0h55 | 11:40 AM Kota Pekalongan | 0 transfersDirect | |
KIRARA TRAVEL | 2:10 PM Kota Pemalang | 1h11 | 3:21 PM Kota Pekalongan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 3:40 AM Pemalang | 1h07 | 4:47 AM Pekalongan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pemalang to Pekalongan
Buses from Pemalang to Pekalongan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:30, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 7m |
First bus 11:30 |
Last bus 23:10 |
FAQs: Bus from Pemalang to Pekalongan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pemalang to Pekalongan 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 Pekalongan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Kota Pemalang, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Kota Pekalongan, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Pemalang to Pekalongan
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in waiting area
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- Angkot: Local routes
- 08:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking available nearby.
- Several local food stalls and cafes are available nearby.
- Available outside the station.
- Accessible facilities available.
- Available with a small fee for use.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3
- Angkot: A, B
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