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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Semarang to Surabaya
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
5 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Semarang to Surabaya is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Semarang to Surabaya will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 13 buses that leave Semarang for Surabaya on Sat, Jan 03, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 03 the direct buses cover the 259 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
On Sat, Jan 03 the slowest buses will take 5 h 43 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Semarang to Surabaya
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Semarang to Surabaya among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €37.
Distance: 259 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price | €16 Average price |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Semarang to Surabaya bus times
The table below shows live departures for Semarang to Surabaya buses for today, Friday, January 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5:00 AM Semarang | 5h38 | 10:38 AM Surabaya | 0 transfersDirect | |
| HARAPAN JAYA | 6:00 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 7h00 | 1:00 AM Waru, Medaeng | 0 transfersDirect | |
| HARAPAN JAYA | 7:00 PM Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 7h00 | 2:00 AM Waru, Medaeng | 0 transfersDirect | |
| WIDJI LESTARI | 9:00 PM Semarang, Terminal Terboyo | 5h23 | 2:23 AM Surabaya, Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 0 transfersDirect | |
| WIDJI LESTARI | 9:30 PM Semarang, Terminal Terboyo | 5h23 | 2:53 AM Surabaya, Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 0 transfersDirect | |
| WIDJI LESTARI | 10:30 PM Semarang, Terminal Terboyo | 5h23 | 3:53 AM Surabaya, Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Semarang to Surabaya
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Buses from Semarang to Surabaya run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 259 km distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 259 km |
Average bus duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 5h 38m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Harapan Jaya, Sugeng Rahayu, Damri from Semarang to SurabayaYou can travel by bus between Semarang to Surabaya with Harapan Jaya, Sugeng Rahayu, Damri for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Semarang to Surabaya
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Semarang to Surabaya by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Surabaya, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Semarang, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo, Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang, Kota Semarang and Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin). When arriving in Surabaya, you can end your route in coach stations like Surabaya Kota and Surabaya, Waru.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo, which is located around 5.6 miles (9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Surabaya Kota, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
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- Harapan Jaya
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Sugeng Rahayu
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Harapan Jaya
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Sugeng Rahayu
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Semarang to Surabaya
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-22:00
- Available for cars and motorcycles
- Local food stalls and small restaurants around the terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Semarang Koridor I, City Bus
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station.
- Parking available on-site for a fee.
- Food stalls and small cafes are available inside the station.
- Taxis available at the station entrance.
- Accessible facilities including ramps and elevators.
- Public toilets are available for a small fee.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Train: Kereta Api Indonesia
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Available at the gas station parking area
- Small food stalls and warung nearby
- Available at the gas station area
- Basic ramps
- Available at the gas station
- Bus: Trans Semarang Corridor I, Local buses
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 04:00-24:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in terminal
- Large parking area available for cars and motorcycles
- Food court and various food stalls available
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps, assistance available
- Public toilets available with fee
- Bus: City buses, intercity buses
- Angkot (shared taxi)
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stands
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: City Transport Lines, Inter-city Buses
- Train: Nearby Surabaya Kota Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available parking area for cars and motorcycles
- Food court and various food stalls available
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: City bus, Inter-city bus
- Angkot (public minivan)
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