The cheapest and fastest trains from Yogyakarta to Semarang
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Yogyakarta to Semarang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Yogyakarta to Semarang will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 5 trains that leave Yogyakarta for Semarang on Sun, Dec 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 7 h 17 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Yogyakarta to Semarang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Yogyakarta to Semarang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€32 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Yogyakarta to Semarang train times
The table below shows live departures for Yogyakarta to Semarang trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:39 AM Yogyakarta Tugu Station | 4h18 | 8:57 AM Semarang Poncol Station | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:33 AM Yogyakarta | 7h24 | 1:57 PM Semarang Poncol Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:16 AM Yogyakarta | 7h17 | 2:33 PM Semarang Poncol Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Yogyakarta Tugu | 6h27 | 1:57 PM Semarang Poncol Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:18 AM Yogyakarta | 5h33 | 2:51 PM Semarang Poncol Station | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Yogyakarta to Semarang
Trains from Yogyakarta to Semarang run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:22, the last at 07:33. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 07:22 |
Last train 07:33 |
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FAQs: Trains from Yogyakarta to Semarang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yogyakarta 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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