- 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 Semarang to Surabaya is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Semarang to Surabaya will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 4 buses from Semarang to Surabaya, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 259 km distance in an average of 5 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 7 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.

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Buses from Semarang to Surabaya run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 5h 14m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 5h 14m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Semarang to Surabaya.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator Sugeng Rahayu | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 10:58PM | Duration 5h38 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Widji Lestari | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:23AM | Duration 5h23 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Widji Lestari | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:53AM | Duration 5h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €13 |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Semarang to Surabaya 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 Surabaya, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Semarang to Surabaya buses use the Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) to Waru, Medaeng station pair, with some services arriving at Waru, Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih. Use this guide to compare Semarang and Surabaya bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) is 2 km from Semarang city centre. Public transport options include:
Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small food stalls and warung nearby
ATMs are available at the gas station.
Ticket office support is available at Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin).
Available at Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin): Basic ramps.
Semarang, Terminal Terboyo is 6 km from Semarang city centre. Public transport options include:
Semarang, Terminal Terboyo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food stalls and small eateries are available inside the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Semarang, Terminal Terboyo.
Available at Semarang, Terminal Terboyo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Semarang, Terminal Terboyo: Accessible facilities including ramps and designated seating areas.
Kota Semarang is 2 km from Semarang city centre. Public transport options include:
Kota Semarang has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food stalls and small cafes are available inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Kota Semarang.
Available at Kota Semarang: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kota Semarang: Accessible facilities including ramps and elevators.
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.
Waru, Medaeng is 1 km from Surabaya city centre. Public transport options include:
Waru, Medaeng has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Waru, Medaeng. ATMs are available at Waru, Medaeng.
Ticket office support is available at Waru, Medaeng.
Available at Waru, Medaeng: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Waru, Medaeng: Limited accessibility options.
Surabaya Kota has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are several ATMs near terminal entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Surabaya Kota.
Available at Surabaya Kota: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surabaya Kota: Wheelchair ramps.
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