The cheapest and fastest buses from Surakarta to Malang
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Surakarta to Malang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Surakarta to Malang 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 Surakarta for Malang on Sun, Mar 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 29 the direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Sun, Mar 29 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
RIEVA TRANS08:00PM5h10Surakarta, Bus Terminal Tirtonadi01:10AMMalang, Bus Terminal Arjosari$141One-way0 transfers
RIEVA TRANS08:00PM5h10Surakarta, Bus Terminal Tirtonadi01:10AMMalang, Bus Terminal Arjosari$141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Surakarta to Malang
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Surakarta to Malang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $152 Average price | $25 Average price |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 29m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Surakarta to Malang Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator RIEVA TRANS | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Surakarta to Malang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Surakarta to Malang buses for today, Saturday, March 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 PM Surakarta | 5h10 | 6:10 PM Malang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Surakarta to Malang
Buses from Surakarta to Malang run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 15:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 15:15 |
Last bus 22:00 |
FAQs: Bus from Surakarta to Malang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Surakarta to Malang 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 Malang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Surakarta to Malang
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available for both cars and motorcycles
- Food court and various food stalls available
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps, assistance available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: City Bus, Inter-city Bus
- Angkot (public minivan)
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: BST Corridor 1, 2
- Local minibus (angkot)
- 04:00-22:00
- Available for both cars and motorcycles
- Several small local restaurants and food stalls inside and around terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available for a small fee
- Bus: Local city buses, intercity buses
- Angkot: Various routes
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in waiting area
- Available in front of terminal
- Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses, intercity buses
- Angkot (public minivans)
Most popular bus connections from Surakarta
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