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Museum Nasional Indonesia
Indonesia’s main archaeology, history, and ethnography museum, known for its major collection of artifacts from across the archipelago.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Serang to Jakarta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Serang to Jakarta will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Serang for Jakarta on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 29 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Serang to Jakarta 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 bus which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $5 (€4) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 2h 30m versus 2h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by PT Transwisata Jaya Utama, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vtrans Shuttle | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 05:47AM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator PT Banten Tour Mandiri | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Vtrans Shuttle | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 07:09AM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator PT Banten Tour Mandiri | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Vtrans Shuttle | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:28PM | Duration 2h48 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Serang to Jakarta buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:20 AM Serang | 1h40 | 1:00 PM Jakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 3:40 AM Serang | 3h29 | 7:09 AM Jakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Serang to Jakarta run on average 86 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 86 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 86 |
Direct buses 86 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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A lively historic Chinatown area centered on markets, temples, and narrow streets, popular for atmosphere and cultural exploration.
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Well-known upscale restaurant in a dramatic heritage-style setting, serving classic Indonesian cuisine with a theatrical atmosphere.
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Daily costs are low for food and local transport. Hotels and upscale malls cost more, but most travelers find Jakarta good value.
Service charge is often included in restaurants and hotels. If not, tip around 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips for porters and housekeeping are appreciated, not required.
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