The cheapest and fastest buses from Surabaya to Semarang
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Surabaya to Semarang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Surabaya to Semarang will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 34 buses that leave Surabaya for Semarang on Wed, Mar 11, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 11 the direct buses cover the 259 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Wed, Mar 11 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Surabaya to Semarang
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Surabaya to Semarang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a flight costs an average of $51.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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$8 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price | $20 Average price |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Surabaya to Semarang Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sugeng Rahayu | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Sugeng Rahayu | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Sugeng Rahayu | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Sugeng Rahayu | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Sugeng Rahayu | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator 3M Transport (Sari Indah) | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:33PM | Duration 5h33 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Sugeng Rahayu | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 04:01PM | Arrival Time 01:01AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Sugeng Rahayu | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Sugeng Rahayu | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator 3M Transport (Sari Indah) | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sugeng Rahayu | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Harapan Jaya | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator 3M Transport (Sari Indah) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Surabaya to Semarang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Surabaya to Semarang buses for today, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HARAPAN JAYA | 3:00 AM Surabaya, Genteng | 9h00 | 12:00 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 3:00 AM Waru, Medaeng | 7h00 | 10:00 AM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUGENG RAHAYU | 3:45 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 11:45 AM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 4:45 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 9h00 | 1:45 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 5:00 AM Waru, Medaeng | 7h00 | 12:00 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUGENG RAHAYU | 5:45 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 1:45 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 6:00 AM Surabaya, Genteng | 9h00 | 3:00 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 7:00 AM Surabaya, Genteng | 9h00 | 4:00 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3M TRANSPORT (SARI INDAH) | 7:00 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 5h33 | 12:33 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
3M TRANSPORT (SARI INDAH) | 7:00 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 5h20 | 12:20 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 8:00 AM Waru, Medaeng | 7h00 | 3:00 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:00 AM Surabaya Kota | 5h15 | 1:15 PM Semarang | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 8:05 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 9h00 | 5:05 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUGENG RAHAYU | 8:15 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 4:15 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 9:01 AM Surabaya, Genteng | 9h00 | 6:01 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:00 AM Surabaya Kota | 6h25 | 4:25 PM Semarang | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 10:00 AM Waru, Medaeng | 7h00 | 5:00 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 10:10 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 9h00 | 7:10 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 10:30 AM Waru, Medaeng | 7h00 | 5:30 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 10:40 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 9h00 | 7:40 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUGENG RAHAYU | 11:00 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 7:00 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUGENG RAHAYU | 11:30 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 5h20 | 4:50 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo | 0 transfersDirect | |
3M TRANSPORT (SARI INDAH) | 12:00 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 5h20 | 5:20 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo | 0 transfersDirect | |
3M TRANSPORT (SARI INDAH) | 12:00 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 5h33 | 5:33 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUGENG RAHAYU | 1:00 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 9:00 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 1:30 PM Waru, Medaeng | 7h00 | 8:30 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 1:45 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 9h00 | 10:45 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3M TRANSPORT (SARI INDAH) | 2:00 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 5h20 | 7:20 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo | 0 transfersDirect | |
3M TRANSPORT (SARI INDAH) | 2:00 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 5h33 | 7:33 PM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUGENG RAHAYU | 11:00 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 7:00 AM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUGENG RAHAYU | 11:55 PM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 7:55 AM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, March 11 | |||||
HARAPAN JAYA | 2:00 AM Waru, Medaeng | 7h00 | 9:00 AM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
HARAPAN JAYA | 2:15 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 9h00 | 11:15 AM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUGENG RAHAYU | 2:15 AM Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 10:15 AM Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Surabaya to Semarang
Buses from Surabaya to Semarang run on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 31 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 20m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
FAQs: Bus from Surabaya to Semarang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Surabaya to Semarang 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 Semarang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Surabaya to Semarang
- 04:00-24:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in terminal
- Large parking area available for cars and motorcycles
- Food court and various food stalls available
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps, assistance available
- Public toilets available with fee
- Bus: City buses, intercity buses
- Angkot (shared taxi)
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stands
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: City Transport Lines, Inter-city Buses
- Train: Nearby Surabaya Kota Station
- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available parking area for cars and motorcycles
- Food court and various food stalls available
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: City bus, Inter-city bus
- Angkot (public minivan)
- 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
- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal.
- Parking available on-site.
- Food stalls and small eateries are available inside the terminal.
- Taxis available at the station entrance.
- Accessible facilities including ramps and designated seating areas.
- Toilets are available for public use.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3
- 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
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