Semarang to Surabaya

Semarang to Surabaya

Semarang
Surabaya
Sun, Jun 2
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$4
 
 
$121

Other Options

Semarang to Surabaya Schedule

Semarang to Surabaya Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Kereta API Indonesia EKS A 01:22 - 04:35IDR 1,325,000
Kereta API Indonesia EKO S 02:39 - 06:16IDR 175,000
Widji Executive 05:30 - 12:00IDR 157,500
Widji Executive 06:00 - 12:00IDR 157,500
Citilink Economy 08:55 - 19:00IDR 1,692,431
Cititrans Executive 10:15 - 14:45IDR 267,750
Kereta API Indonesia EKS I 13:12 - 16:25IDR 550,000
Kereta API Indonesia EKO CA 15:36 - 19:43IDR 180,000
Nusantara Executive 17:45 - 03:46IDR 183,750
Kereta API Indonesia EKO Q 18:15 - 23:11IDR 270,000
Kereta API Indonesia EKS AC 20:57 - 00:03IDR 320,000
Kereta API Indonesia EKS AB 23:49 - 03:56IDR 485,000

Transportation from Semarang to Surabaya

Facts about the transport from Semarang to Surabaya

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport3h 13m
Earliest Departure12:38 AM
Latest Departure11:49 PM
Departures per day182
Distance161 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCitilink, Cititrans, DAMRI, Kereta API Indonesia, Nusantara Indah, Widji

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. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 120.41 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 3.66.

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

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 10 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 3h 13m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 10h 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 3.66 if you opt for a Kereta API Indonesia train and as expensive as USD 120.41 if you buy a Citilink flight 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 ?

  • 161 from Semarang to Surabaya starting from 00:38 Semarang Tawang until 23:49 Semarang Poncol
  • 20 from Semarang to Surabaya starting from 04:30 Semarang until 21:00 Semarang
  • 1 by flight from Semarang to Surabaya starting from 16:45 Semarang Airport until 16:45 Semarang Airport

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, DAMRI, Nusantara Indah, Widji

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

  • 97% took a train
  • 3% opted for a bus