The cheapest and fastest trains from Bekasi to Semarang
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
4 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
388 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bekasi to Semarang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bekasi to Semarang will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bekasi for Semarang on Thu, May 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 388 km distance in an average of 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 36 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains 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.
7:27 AM4h43Bekasi12:10 PMSemarang Tawang$211One-way0 transfers
8:47 AM6h47Bekasi3:34 PMSemarang Tawang$211One-way0 transfers
10:35 AM4h56Bekasi3:31 PMSemarang Tawang$211One-way0 transfers
1:57 PM6h23Bekasi8:20 PMSemarang Tawang$211One-way0 transfers
6:06 PM6h08Bekasi12:14 AMSemarang Tawang$211One-way0 transfers
7:57 PM4h36Bekasi12:33 AMSemarang Tawang$211One-way0 transfers
7:27 AM4h43Bekasi12:10 PMSemarang Tawang$211One-way0 transfers
10:57 PM4h48Bekasi3:45 AMSemarang Tawang$211One-way0 transfers
10:35 AM4h56Bekasi3:31 PMSemarang Tawang$211One-way0 transfers
4:35 PM5h20Bekasi9:55 PMSemarang Tawang$411One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bekasi to Semarang
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bekasi to Semarang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $41.
Distance: 241 miles (388 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $60 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bekasi to Semarang:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bekasi to Semarang costing on average $25 (€20).
A bus is $40 (€32) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bekasi to Semarang costing on average $60 (€48).
Other travel options to Semarang take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 30m.
Bus takes on average 9h 25m.
The journey is about 25m faster (5h 30m by train vs 5h 55m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 (€20) vs $54 (€43)). 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
Bekasi to Semarang train times
The table below shows live departures for Bekasi to Semarang trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:27 AM Bekasi | 4h43 | 12:10 PM Semarang Tawang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:38 AM Bekasi | 5h34 | 1:12 PM Semarang Tawang | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:47 AM Bekasi | 6h47 | 3:34 PM Semarang Tawang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:35 AM Bekasi | 4h56 | 3:31 PM Semarang Tawang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:57 PM Bekasi | 6h23 | 8:20 PM Semarang Tawang | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Bekasi to Semarang by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bekasi to Semarang
Trains from Bekasi to Semarang run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $16 (€12) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 241 miles (388 km) distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 241 miles (388 km) |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 7:27 AM |
Last train 10:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Kereta API from Bekasi to Semarang trainsKereta API trains will get you between Bekasi and Semarang from $16 (€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 Bekasi to Semarang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bekasi to Semarang 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 Semarang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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