The cheapest and fastest trains from Yogyakarta to Malang
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
5 h 34 m
Average duration
6 h 4 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Yogyakarta to Malang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Yogyakarta to Malang will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 8 trains that leave Yogyakarta for Malang on Thu, Jun 11, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 11 the direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 34 m .
On Thu, Jun 11 the slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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.
12:14 AM6h20Yogyakarta Tugu6:34 AMMalang$201One-way0 transfers
12:17 AM6h35Yogyakarta6:52 AMMalang$201One-way0 transfers
1:31 AM5h35Yogyakarta Tugu7:06 AMMalang$201One-way0 transfers
4:08 PM6h47Yogyakarta10:55 PMMalang$201One-way0 transfers
9:06 PM6h22Yogyakarta Tugu3:28 AMMalang$201One-way0 transfers
10:57 PM5h34Yogyakarta Tugu4:31 AMMalang$201One-way0 transfers
1:31 AM5h35Yogyakarta Tugu7:06 AMMalang$201One-way0 transfers
12:14 AM6h20Yogyakarta Tugu6:34 AMMalang$201One-way0 transfers
9:06 PM6h22Yogyakarta Tugu3:28 AMMalang$201One-way0 transfers
12:24 AM6h28Yogyakarta6:52 AMMalang$391One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Yogyakarta to Malang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Yogyakarta to Malang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $111.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 30m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Yogyakarta to Malang:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Yogyakarta to Malang costing on average $25 (€20).
A bus is $145 (€118) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Yogyakarta to Malang costing on average $164 (€134).
Other travel options to Malang take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 27m.
Flight takes on average 8h 30m.
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Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Yogyakarta to Malang train times
The table below shows live departures for Yogyakarta to Malang trains for today, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:04 PM Yogyakarta | 7h20 | 3:24 AM Malang | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:06 PM Yogyakarta Tugu | 6h22 | 3:28 AM Malang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:57 PM Yogyakarta Tugu | 5h34 | 4:31 AM Malang | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 11 | |||||
![]() | 12:14 AM Yogyakarta Tugu | 6h20 | 6:34 AM Malang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:17 AM Yogyakarta | 6h35 | 6:52 AM Malang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:24 AM Yogyakarta | 6h28 | 6:52 AM Malang | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:31 AM Yogyakarta Tugu | 5h35 | 7:06 AM Malang | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:08 PM Yogyakarta | 6h47 | 10:55 PM Malang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Yogyakarta to Malang
Trains from Yogyakarta to Malang run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:56, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 12:56 AM |
Last train 9:10 PM |
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Train companies: Kereta API from Yogyakarta to Malang trainsKereta API trains will get you between Yogyakarta and Malang from $13 (€11). 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 Malang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yogyakarta to Malang 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 Malang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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