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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Semarang to Cirebon
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Semarang to Cirebon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Semarang to Cirebon will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 11 trains that leave Semarang for Cirebon on Fri, May 08, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 208 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
12:22 AM2h25Semarang Tawang2:47 AMCirebon$201One-way0 transfers- 7:00 AM2h30Semarang Tawang9:30 AMCirebon$201One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 AM3h20Semarang Tawang1:20 PMCirebon$201One-way0 transfers
- 11:17 AM2h32Semarang Tawang1:49 PMCirebon$201One-way0 transfers
- 12:10 PM2h25Semarang Tawang2:35 PMCirebon$201One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM2h15Semarang Tawang7:15 PMCirebon$201One-way0 transfers
- 12:22 AM2h25Semarang Tawang2:47 AMCirebon$201One-way0 transfers
- 12:10 PM2h25Semarang Tawang2:35 PMCirebon$201One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 AM2h30Semarang Tawang9:30 AMCirebon$201One-way0 transfers
- 10:40 PM2h30Semarang Tawang1:10 AMCirebon$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Semarang to Cirebon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Semarang to Cirebon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 129 miles (208 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Semarang to Cirebon:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Semarang to Cirebon costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Cirebon take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 45m.
The journey is about 28m faster (2h 45m by train vs 3h 13m by car) and roughly $8 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($22 (€18) vs $30 (€24)). 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
Semarang to Cirebon train times
The table below shows live departures for Semarang to Cirebon trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM Semarang Tawang | 3h20 | 1:20 PM Cirebon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:17 AM Semarang Tawang | 2h32 | 1:49 PM Cirebon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| 12:22 AM Semarang Tawang | 2h25 | 2:47 AM Cirebon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:40 AM Semarang Tawang | 3h12 | 5:52 AM Cirebon | 1 transfer | |
| 7:00 AM Semarang Tawang | 2h30 | 9:30 AM Cirebon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Semarang to Cirebon
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Trains from Semarang to Cirebon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (208 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 129 miles (208 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 12:44 AM |
Last train 10:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Kereta API from Semarang to Cirebon trainsKereta API trains will get you between Semarang and Cirebon from $8 (€7). 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 Semarang to Cirebon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Semarang 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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