- Must visit
Museum Sepuluh Nopember
Major local history museum focused on the 1945 Battle of Surabaya, with immersive exhibits that explain the city's role in independence.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ponorogo to Surabaya is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ponorogo to Surabaya will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
On Sat, Oct 31, we found 1 buses from Ponorogo to Surabaya, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 31 the direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest buses will take 3 h 37 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.

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Buses from Ponorogo to Surabaya run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:40, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 2h 50m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ponorogo to Surabaya.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator PO Ponorogo Indah | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 04:32AM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kalisari | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Kalisari | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Kalisari | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Kalisari | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Kalisari | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Kalisari | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Ponorogo to Surabaya buses for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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KALISARI | 12:30 PM Ponorogo | 3h30 | 4:00 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 0 transfersDirect | |
KALISARI | 12:55 PM Bus Terminal Ponorogo | 3h05 | 4:00 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 0 transfersDirect | |
KALISARI | 6:00 PM Ponorogo | 3h30 | 9:30 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 0 transfersDirect | |
KALISARI | 6:25 PM Bus Terminal Ponorogo | 3h05 | 9:30 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 31 | |||||
![]() | 12:55 AM Ponorogo | 3h37 | 4:32 AM Surabaya | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major local history museum focused on the 1945 Battle of Surabaya, with immersive exhibits that explain the city's role in independence.
Compact museum inside the House of Sampoerna complex, showing clove cigarette history, heritage interiors, and part of Surabaya's trading past.
Museum preserving H.O.S. Tjokroaminoto's former residence, where key nationalist figures once stayed. Valuable for political and social history.
Revitalized old town area with colonial buildings, museums, and photo spots. Ideal for walking and seeing Surabaya's layered urban history.
Popular public park with open lawns, playgrounds, and gardens. Well maintained and suitable for a relaxed break in central Surabaya.
Historic Arab quarter centered on a traditional religious complex and market streets. Worth visiting for heritage atmosphere and local culture.
Spicy beef soup with kluwek nuts for its black color, served with bean sprouts and salted egg. A signature Surabaya dish with deep, earthy flavor.
Beef stew with fried grated coconut and spices, usually served with rice, sambal, and serundeng. A beloved East Javanese comfort dish.
Surabaya-style noodle soup with thick broth, slices of beef, and crispy toppings. A classic local meal sold from warungs to old eateries.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving grilled fish, shellfish, and Indonesian favorites in a lively family-style setting.
Refined Indonesian dining with elegant interiors and a broad menu of archipelago dishes, suitable for a more upscale meal.
Historic casual eatery famed for rawon setan, a dark beef soup served late into the night in a simple local setting.
Budget-friendly for a major Indonesian city. Hotels, local food, and ride-hailing are cheaper than Bali or Jakarta, while malls and upscale dining still stay reasonable.
Tipping is not mandatory. Restaurants may add service. Round up or leave 5-10% for good service; for taxis, round up the fare; small tips in cafes are appreciated.
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Most Ponorogo to Surabaya buses use the Terminal Ponorogo to Waru, Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih station pair. Use this guide to compare Ponorogo and Surabaya bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Terminal Ponorogo is 4 km from Ponorogo city centre. Public transport options include:
Terminal Ponorogo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM available near entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Terminal Ponorogo.
Available at Terminal Ponorogo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Terminal Ponorogo: Basic ramps available.
Waru, Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih is 1 km from Surabaya city centre. Public transport options include:
Waru, Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are several ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at Waru, Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih.
Available at Waru, Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Waru, Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih: Wheelchair ramps, assistance available.
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