What is the cheapest way to get from Gunung Ijen to Sewu?

The cheapest way to get from Gunung Ijen to Sewu is to train via Surakarta which costs Rp350000 - Rp430000 and takes 11h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gunung Ijen to Sewu?

The fastest way to get from Gunung Ijen to Sewu is to drive which takes 6h 23m and costs Rp950000 - Rp1500000.

Is there a direct train between Gunung Ijen and Sewu?

No, there is no direct train from Gunung Ijen to Sewu. However, there are services departing from Kalibaru and arriving at Brambanan via Solobalapan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.

How far is it from Gunung Ijen to Sewu?

The distance between Gunung Ijen and Sewu is 550 km. The road distance is 505.4 km.

How do I travel from Gunung Ijen to Sewu without a car?

The best way to get from Gunung Ijen to Sewu without a car is to train via Surakarta which takes 11h 32m and costs Rp350000 - Rp430000.

How long does it take to get from Gunung Ijen to Sewu?

It takes approximately 11h 32m to get from Gunung Ijen to Sewu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gunung Ijen to Sewu train from?

Gunung Ijen to Sewu train services, operated by Kereta API, depart from Kalibaru station.

Where does the Gunung Ijen to Sewu train arrive?

Gunung Ijen to Sewu train services, operated by Kereta API, arrive at Solo Balapan station.

Can I drive from Gunung Ijen to Sewu?

Yes, the driving distance between Gunung Ijen to Sewu is 505 km. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Gunung Ijen to Sewu.

Where can I stay near Sewu?

There are 2402+ hotels available in Sewu.

Gunung Ijen to Sewu - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gunung Ijen to Sewu by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train via Surakarta
best
1. Take the train from Kalibaru to Solo Balapantrain Wijayakusuma
2. Take the train from Solobalapan to Brambanantrain
11h 32m
Rp 356,389–424,561
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Gunung Ijen to Jembertaxi
2. Take the bus from Jember to Semarangbus
3. Take the bus from Semarang to Yogyakartabus
13h 26m
Rp 745,853–1,204,444
Drive 505.4 km
1. Drive from Gunung Ijen to Sewucar 505.4 km
6h 23m
Rp 997,279–1,440,514
Train
1. Take the train from Kalibaru to Yogyakartatrain Wijayakusuma
11h 36m
Rp 368,543–426,715

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Distance: 549.6 km
Duration: 11h 32m

What companies run services between Gunung Ijen, Indonesia and Sewu, Indonesia?

You can take a vehicle from Gunung Ijen to Sewu via Kalibaru, Solobalapan, and Brambanan in around 11h 32m.

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