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

The cheapest way to get from Yogyakarta to Surakarta is to train which costs Rp15000 - Rp320000 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Yogyakarta to Surakarta is to train which takes 45 min and costs Rp15000 - Rp320000.

Is there a direct bus between Yogyakarta and Surakarta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Yogyakarta and arriving at Solo. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Yogyakarta and Surakarta?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yogyakarta and arriving at Solo Balapan. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Yogyakarta to Surakarta?

The distance between Yogyakarta and Surakarta is 59 km. The road distance is 67.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Yogyakarta to Surakarta without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs Rp15000 - Rp320000.

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

The train from Yogyakarta to Solo Balapan takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Yogyakarta to Surakarta bus from?

Yogyakarta to Surakarta bus services, operated by Rama Sakti, depart from Yogyakarta station.

Where do I catch the Yogyakarta to Surakarta train from?

Yogyakarta to Surakarta train services, operated by Kereta API, depart from Yogyakarta station.

Train or bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta?

The best way to get from Yogyakarta to Surakarta is to train which takes 45 min and costs Rp15000 - Rp320000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rp65001 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Yogyakarta to Surakarta bus arrive?

Yogyakarta to Surakarta bus services, operated by Rama Sakti, arrive at Solo station.

Where does the Yogyakarta to Surakarta train arrive?

Yogyakarta to Surakarta train services, operated by Kereta API, arrive at Solo Balapan station.

Can I drive from Yogyakarta to Surakarta?

Yes, the driving distance between Yogyakarta to Surakarta is 67 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Yogyakarta to Surakarta.

Where can I stay near Surakarta?

There are 255+ hotels available in Surakarta.

Yogyakarta to Surakarta - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Yogyakarta to Surakarta by train, bus, car, taxi, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Yogyakarta to Solo BalapanSancaka / ...
45 min
Rp 15,000–320,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Yogyakarta to Solo
1h 20m
Rp 65,001
Drive 67.2 km
1. Drive from Yogyakarta to Surakarta67.2 km
59 min
Rp 123,622–178,565
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yogyakarta to Surakarta67.2 km
59 min
Rp 310,000–370,000
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Yogyakarta to Solo Kota StationSurabaya
43 min

Yogyakarta to Surakarta by train

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45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 59.3 km
Duration: 45 min

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

Kereta API operates a train from Yogyakarta to Solo Balapan hourly. Tickets cost Rp 36,000–320,000 and the journey takes 45 min. Prambanan Ekspres also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Rama Sakti operates a bus from Yogyakarta to Solo 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rp 65,001 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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