The cheapest and fastest trains from Yogyakarta to Cilacap
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Yogyakarta to Cilacap is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Yogyakarta to Cilacap will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 trains that leave Yogyakarta for Cilacap on Sun, Jun 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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.
10:24 PM3h11Yogyakarta Tugu1:35 AMCilacap$201One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM3h37Yogyakarta Tugu11:48 AMCilacap$391One-way1 transfer
11:54 PM2h41Yogyakarta2:35 AMCilacap$391One-way1 transfer
11:54 PM2h41Yogyakarta2:35 AMCilacap$391One-way1 transfer
10:24 PM3h11Yogyakarta Tugu1:35 AMCilacap$201One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM3h37Yogyakarta Tugu11:48 AMCilacap$391One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Yogyakarta to Cilacap
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Yogyakarta to Cilacap 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 train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Yogyakarta to Cilacap:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Yogyakarta to Cilacap costing on average $33 (€26).
Other travel options to Cilacap take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 17m.
You'll arrive about 51m sooner (3h 8m by train vs 3h 59m by car). Tickets start at around $33 (€26) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Kereta API.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Yogyakarta to Cilacap train times
The table below shows live departures for Yogyakarta to Cilacap trains for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:24 PM Yogyakarta Tugu | 3h11 | 1:35 AM Cilacap | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:54 PM Yogyakarta | 2h41 | 2:35 AM Cilacap | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
![]() | 8:11 AM Yogyakarta Tugu | 3h37 | 11:48 AM Cilacap | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Yogyakarta to Cilacap
Trains from Yogyakarta to Cilacap run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:20, the last at 17:10. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 3:20 PM |
Last train 5:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Kereta API from Yogyakarta to Cilacap trainsKereta API trains will get you between Yogyakarta and Cilacap 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 Yogyakarta to Cilacap
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yogyakarta to Cilacap 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 Cilacap, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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