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Museum Angkut
Large transport museum in nearby Batu featuring classic cars, planes, themed streets, and interactive displays suited to families and enthusiasts.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Yogyakarta to Malang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Yogyakarta to Malang will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 buses from Yogyakarta to Malang, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 251 km distance in an average of 7 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 7 h 19 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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Buses from Yogyakarta to Malang run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 15:15, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 3:15 PM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Yogyakarta to Malang.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator MALANG INDAH TRANS | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:49PM | Duration 7h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator WIJAYA BARU TRAVEL | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:07PM | Duration 7h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Yogyakarta to Malang buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 7:45 PM Yogyakarta | 7h00 | 2:45 AM Malang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Large transport museum in nearby Batu featuring classic cars, planes, themed streets, and interactive displays suited to families and enthusiasts.
City museum in a former city hall building, presenting Malang’s history through photos, artifacts, and civic heritage displays.
Natural history museum at Brawijaya University with animal specimens and educational exhibits on biodiversity and conservation.
Revitalized heritage corridor with colonial storefronts, photo spots, and easy walking access to churches, shops, and historic downtown streets.
Popular riverside settlement painted in bright colors, with murals, bridges, and elevated viewpoints that made it a modern Malang icon.
Public park near city landmarks with shaded paths, flower beds, and a calm atmosphere for short walks and people-watching.
Beef or offal soup with clear broth, fried shallots, and sambal. A Malang staple known for its light yet rich flavor and street-food heritage.
Meatballs in savory broth, often served with tofu, fried wonton, noodles, and siomay. Malang is one of Indonesia's most famous bakso cities.
Crisp fritters made from tempeh coated in seasoned batter. Popular across East Java, Malang's version is a classic snack and side dish.
Traditional East Javanese restaurant known for rawon, pecel, and rice dishes in a simple, long-running local setting.
Legendary casual spot famous for Bakso Malang with a busy local atmosphere and a wide range of meatball, tofu, and fried accompaniments.
Popular restaurant for Indonesian grilled dishes, soups, and family meals with a comfortable casual atmosphere in central Malang.
Budget-friendly versus Bali or Jakarta. Hotels, local meals, and ride-hailing are affordable for most travelers.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants may add service. Round up or leave 5-10% at cafes, restaurants, and for taxis.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yogyakarta 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.

Most Yogyakarta to Malang buses use the Kota Yogyakarta to Malang station pair, with some services arriving at Malang, Terminal Arjosari. Use this guide to compare Yogyakarta and Malang bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Kota Yogyakarta is 1 km from Yogyakarta city centre. Public transport options include:
Kota Yogyakarta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and restaurants available in and around terminal
Free Wi-Fi in main terminal area. ATMs are several ATMs from major Indonesian banks.
Ticket office support is available at Kota Yogyakarta.
Available at Kota Yogyakarta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kota Yogyakarta: Ramps available.
Yogyakarta is 2 km from Yogyakarta city centre. Public transport options include:
Yogyakarta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Many street food vendors and local restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi in some areas. ATMs are several ATMs from different banks nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Yogyakarta.
Available at Yogyakarta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Yogyakarta: Basic ramps available.
Malang is 1 km from Malang city centre. Public transport options include:
Malang has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi in waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines inside terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Malang.
Available at Malang: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malang: Wheelchair ramps.
Malang, Terminal Arjosari is 6 km from Malang city centre. Public transport options include:
Malang, Terminal Arjosari has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several small local restaurants and food stalls inside and around terminal
ATMs are several ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at Malang, Terminal Arjosari.
Available at Malang, Terminal Arjosari: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malang, Terminal Arjosari: Basic ramps available.
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