What is the cheapest way to get from Surakarta to Semarang?

The cheapest way to get from Surakarta to Semarang is to bus which costs Rp75000 - Rp110000 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surakarta to Semarang?

The fastest way to get from Surakarta to Semarang is to train which takes 47 min and costs Rp65000 - Rp320000.

Is there a direct train between Surakarta and Semarang?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Solo Jebres and arriving at Semarang Tawang. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Surakarta to Semarang?

The distance between Surakarta and Semarang is 110 km. The road distance is 98.6 km.

How do I travel from Surakarta to Semarang without a car?

The best way to get from Surakarta to Semarang without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs Rp65000 - Rp320000.

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

The train from Solo Jebres to Semarang Tawang takes 47 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Surakarta to Semarang train from?

Surakarta to Semarang train services, operated by Kereta API, depart from Solo Jebres station.

Train or bus from Surakarta to Semarang?

The best way to get from Surakarta to Semarang is to train which takes 47 min and costs Rp65000 - Rp320000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rp75000 - Rp110000 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Surakarta to Semarang train arrive?

Surakarta to Semarang train services, operated by Kereta API, arrive at Semarang Tawang station.

Can I drive from Surakarta to Semarang?

Yes, the driving distance between Surakarta to Semarang is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Surakarta to Semarang.

Where can I stay near Semarang?

There are 438+ hotels available in Semarang.

Surakarta to Semarang - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Surakarta to Semarang by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Solo Jebres to Semarang Tawangtrain Majapahit / ...
47 min
Rp 65,000–320,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Solo Terminal Tirtonadi to Semarang Krapyakbus
1h 43m
Rp 78,326–103,354
Drive 98.6 km
1. Drive from Surakarta to Semarangcar 98.6 km
1h 26m
Rp 183,646–265,266
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Surakarta to Semarangtaxi 98.6 km
1h 26m
Rp 450,000–550,000

Surakarta to Semarang by train

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47 minAverage Duration

Rp 65,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 110.3 km
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Surakarta, Indonesia and Semarang, Indonesia?

Kereta API operates a train from Solo Jebres to Semarang Tawang 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rp 65,000–320,000 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, Kramat Djati operates a bus from Solo Terminal Tirtonadi to Semarang Krapyak once daily. Tickets cost Rp 35,000–49,000 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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