Semarang to Surabaya

Semarang to Surabaya

Semarang
Surabaya
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Semarang to Surabaya Destination Reviews

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Very reasonable price. Comfortable ride
Semarang to Surabaya, Train #264-AMBARAWA EKSPRES Economy CA, Indonesia Railways, Mar 14, 2026
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Semarang to Surabaya Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Cititrans AKAP
Executive
00:15
04:15
$16.96
Bus
Cititrans AKAP
Executive
00:45
04:30
$16.96
Bus
Cititrans AKAP
Executive
01:15
05:15
$16.96
Bus
Cititrans AKAP
Executive
01:31
05:16
$16.96
Bus
Semeru Trans
Regular
01:50
05:00
$10.84
Bus
Semeru Trans
Executive Plus 30
02:20
05:30
$14.90
Bus
Cititrans AKAP
Executive
02:45
06:45
$16.96
Bus
Semeru Trans
Executive
03:05
05:05
$10.84
Bus
Semeru Trans
Executive Plus 30
03:30
05:30
$14.90
Bus
Semeru Trans
Suite Class
03:50
07:00
$20.59
Bus
Semeru Trans
First Class
04:15
05:45
$3.79
Bus
Joglosemar
Pearl
04:40
06:30
$3.90
Bus
Daytrans
Premium seat
05:00
06:45
$4.33
Bus
Semeru Trans
Regular
05:20
06:35
$3.90
Bus
Semeru Trans
Regular
05:40
07:10
$3.90
Bus
Semeru Trans
First Class
06:00
07:30
$3.79
Bus
Daytrans
Premium seat
06:20
07:40
$4.33
Bus
Cititrans
Executive
06:40
11:15
$15.08
Bus
Daytrans
Premium seat
07:00
08:45
$4.33
Bus
Semeru Trans
Regular
07:20
09:05
$3.90

How to get from Semarang to Surabaya

Travelling between Semarang and Surabaya is possible by Flight, bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 17.73 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 9.83.

How long does it take to get from Semarang to Surabaya?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 12 hours to travel between Semarang and Surabaya depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Semarang and Surabaya. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 55m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 11h 20m to reach Surabaya.

How much does it cost to get from Semarang to Surabaya?

Travelling between Semarang and Surabaya can be as cheap as USD 9.83 if you opt for a DAMRI bus and as expensive as USD 17.73 if you buy a Cititrans AKAP Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Semarang and Surabaya ?

  • 9 from Semarang to Surabaya starting from 12:20 Semarang until 22:30 Semarang

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Semarang to Surabaya.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Semarang to Surabaya overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Semarang and Surabaya

Cititrans AKAP, DAMRI, Medali Mas, Medali Mas, Nusantara Indah

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Semarang to Surabaya?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 95% took a train
  • 5% opted for a bus

Transportation from Semarang to Surabaya

Facts about the transport from Semarang to Surabaya

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport2h 55m
Earliest Departure12:38 오전
Latest Departure10:30 오후
Departures per day9
Distance146 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBatik Air, Batik Air, Citilink, Cititrans AKAP, DAMRI, Indonesia Railways, Lion Air, Lion Air, Medali Mas, Medali Mas, Nusantara Indah, Super Air Jet, Super Air Jet, Wings Air