4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Surabaya to Semarang
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Buses per day
46
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Surabaya to Semarang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Surabaya to Semarang will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 46 buses that leave Surabaya for Semarang every day 46 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 259 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.
WIDJI LESTARI15:505h20Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih21:10Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo£51One-way0 changes- WIDJI LESTARI14:055h20Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih19:25Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo£51One-way0 changes
- WIDJI LESTARI17:005h20Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih22:20Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo£51One-way0 changes
- WIDJI LESTARI12:405h20Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih18:00Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo£51One-way0 changes
- WIDJI LESTARI13:305h20Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih18:50Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo£51One-way0 changes
- WIDJI LESTARI15:505h20Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih21:10Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo£51One-way0 changes
- WIDJI LESTARI14:055h20Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih19:25Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo£51One-way0 changes
- WIDJI LESTARI17:005h20Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih22:20Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo£51One-way0 changes
- WIDJI LESTARI12:405h20Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih18:00Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo£51One-way0 changes
- WIDJI LESTARI13:305h20Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih18:50Semarang, Bus Terminal Terboyo£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Surabaya to Semarang
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Surabaya to Semarang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a flight costs an average of £37.
Distance: 259 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £15 Average Price |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Surabaya to Semarang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Surabaya to Semarang coaches for today, Friday 24 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 Surabaya | 5h20 | 15:20 Semarang | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 12:00 Surabaya | 5h20 | 17:20 Semarang | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 25 April | |||||
 SUGENG RAHAYU | 6:00 Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 14:00 Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 changesdirect | |
| SUGENG RAHAYU | 6:55 Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 14:55 Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 changesdirect | |
 HARAPAN JAYA | 9:00 Waru, Medaeng | 7h00 | 16:00 Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 changesdirect | |
| HARAPAN JAYA | 9:15 Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 9h00 | 18:15 Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 changesdirect | |
| SUGENG RAHAYU | 9:15 Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 17:15 Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 changesdirect | |
| HARAPAN JAYA | 10:00 Surabaya, Genteng | 9h00 | 19:00 Semarang, Candisari (SPBU Dokter Wahidin) | 0 changesdirect | |
| SUGENG RAHAYU | 10:45 Waru, Bus Terminal Purabaya/Bungurasih | 8h00 | 18:45 Semarang, Bus Terminal Mangkang | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Surabaya to Semarang
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Buses from Surabaya to Semarang run on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 31 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 259 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 259 km |
Average bus duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
FAQs: Surabaya to Semarang coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Surabaya to Semarang by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Semarang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Surabaya and Semarang
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
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-21:00
- Street parking available
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: P1, P2, P3, P4
- Angkot: G, WB, JK
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal.
- Parking available on-site.
- Food stalls and small eateries are available inside the terminal.
- Taxis available at the station entrance.
- Accessible facilities including ramps and designated seating areas.
- Toilets are available for public use.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3
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
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
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