The cheapest and fastest trains from Banyuwangi to Surabaya
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 12 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Banyuwangi to Surabaya is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banyuwangi to Surabaya will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 trains that leave Banyuwangi for Surabaya on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 208 km distance in an average of 6 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 52 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.
7:21 AM6h52Banyuwangi Kota2:13 PMSurabaya Gubeng$201One-way0 transfers
11:13 AM5h15Banyuwangi Kota4:28 PMSurabaya Gubeng$201One-way0 transfers
5:35 PM6h28Banyuwangi Kota12:03 AMGubeng$201One-way0 transfers
11:13 AM5h15Banyuwangi Kota4:28 PMSurabaya Gubeng$201One-way0 transfers
5:35 PM6h28Banyuwangi Kota12:03 AMGubeng$201One-way0 transfers
7:21 AM6h52Banyuwangi Kota2:13 PMSurabaya Gubeng$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Banyuwangi to Surabaya
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Banyuwangi to Surabaya among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $44.
Distance: 129 miles (208 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $102 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Banyuwangi to Surabaya:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Banyuwangi to Surabaya costing on average $20 (€16).
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Banyuwangi to Surabaya costing on average $102 (€84).
Other travel options to Surabaya take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 13m.
Bus takes on average 8h 45m.
The journey is about 11m faster (6h 13m by train vs 6h 24m by car) and roughly $17 (€14) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $37 (€30)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Kereta API.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Banyuwangi to Surabaya train times
The table below shows live departures for Banyuwangi to Surabaya trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:35 PM Banyuwangi Kota | 6h28 | 12:03 AM Gubeng | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:21 AM Banyuwangi Kota | 6h52 | 2:13 PM Surabaya Gubeng | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:13 AM Banyuwangi Kota | 5h15 | 4:28 PM Surabaya Gubeng | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Banyuwangi to Surabaya
Trains from Banyuwangi to Surabaya run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (208 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 129 miles (208 km) |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Kereta API from Banyuwangi to Surabaya trainsKereta API trains will get you between Banyuwangi and Surabaya from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Banyuwangi to Surabaya
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banyuwangi to Surabaya by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Surabaya, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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