The cheapest and fastest buses from Surakarta to Semarang
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Surakarta to Semarang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Surakarta to Semarang will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 3 buses that leave Surakarta for Semarang on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 77 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 21 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 3 h 42 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Surakarta to Semarang
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Surakarta to Semarang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€4 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Surakarta to Semarang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Surakarta to Semarang buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:45 AM Surakarta | 2h42 | 4:27 AM Semarang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 AM Surakarta | 3h42 | 7:27 AM Semarang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Surakarta | 1h21 | 3:51 PM Semarang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Surakarta to Semarang
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 35 |
Fastest bus 1h 21m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Surakarta to Semarang start from as low as $4 (€3) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $5 (€4) depending on the train type and class.
FAQs: Bus from Surakarta to Semarang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Surakarta 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.

When departing from Surakarta, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Surakarta, Bus Terminal Tirtonadi, Surakarta, Banjarsari and Surakarta. When arriving in Semarang, you can end your route in bus stations like Kota Semarang, Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin), Semarang, Banyumanik, Semarang, Gajahmungkur and Semarang, Airport Udara Ahmad Yani.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Surakarta, Bus Terminal Tirtonadi, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Kota Semarang, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Surakarta to Semarang, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Surakarta to Semarang
- 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
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stands
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: BST Corridor 1, Local buses
- Angkot: Various routes
- 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)
- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station.
- Parking available on-site for a fee.
- Food stalls and small cafes are available inside the station.
- Taxis available at the station entrance.
- Accessible facilities including ramps and elevators.
- Public toilets are available for a small fee.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Train: Kereta Api Indonesia
- Available on the main road
- Bus: Trans Semarang Corridor I, Local buses
- 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
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi throughout terminal
- Short-term and long-term parking available at airport parking area
- Food court and several small restaurants available
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair access, ramps
- Available in terminal
- Bus: Trans Semarang Corridor I
- Airport Shuttle Bus
- 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
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Semarang Corridor I, II
- Angkot: B.01, B.02
- 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
- Ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Semarang Corridor I, Local buses
- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking available on-site.
- 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: 10, 12, 15
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