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Compare train and bus for Jakarta to Cirebon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Jakarta to Cirebon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jakarta to Cirebon:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jakarta to Cirebon costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Cirebon take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 37m.
The journey is about 44m faster (2h 37m by train vs 3h 21m by car) and roughly $8 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $27 (€22)). 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.
Compare prices and tickets Jakarta to Cirebon by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jakarta to Cirebon
Trains from Jakarta to Cirebon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Kereta API from Jakarta to Cirebon trainsKereta API trains will get you between Jakarta and Cirebon from $10 (€8). 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 Jakarta to Cirebon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jakarta to Cirebon 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 Cirebon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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