The cheapest and fastest buses from Semarang to Serang
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
10 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
482 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Semarang to Serang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Semarang to Serang will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Semarang for Serang on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 482 km distance in an average of 10 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 10 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.
12:45 PM10h00Semarang10:45 PMSerang$141One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM10h00Semarang10:45 PMSerang$141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Semarang to Serang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Semarang to Serang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 299 miles (482 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Semarang to Serang:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Semarang to Serang costing on average $60 (€49).
Other travel options to Serang take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 4m.
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Semarang to Serang Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
Semarang to Serang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Semarang to Serang buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:45 PM Semarang | 10h00 | 10:45 PM Serang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Semarang to Serang
Buses from Semarang to Serang run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 12:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 299 miles (482 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 299 miles (482 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 12:00 PM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Semarang to Serang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Semarang to Serang 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 Serang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Semarang to Serang
- 06:00-22:00
- Available at the gas station parking area
- Small food stalls and warung nearby
- Available at the gas station area
- Basic ramps
- Available at the gas station
- Bus: Trans Semarang Corridor I, Local buses
- 05:00-22:00
- Available for cars and motorcycles
- Local food stalls and small restaurants around the terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Semarang Koridor I, City Bus
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and intercity buses to Jakarta, Merak, Tangerang, and other destinations
- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking available nearby
- Several local food stalls and small restaurants nearby.
- Available outside the station
- Accessible facilities available
- Available with a small fee for use
- Bus: 01, 02, 03
- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking available nearby
- Several food stalls and small cafes are available nearby.
- Available outside the station
- Elevators and ramps available for accessibility
- Available with a small fee for use
- Bus: 1, 2, 3
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