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

The cheapest way to get from Gunung Ijen to Surabaya is to train which costs Rp190000 - Rp380000 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gunung Ijen to Surabaya is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs Rp480000 - Rp700000.

Is there a direct train between Gunung Ijen and Surabaya?

No, there is no direct train from Gunung Ijen to Surabaya. However, there are services departing from Kalibaru and arriving at Gubeng via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Gunung Ijen to Surabaya?

The distance between Gunung Ijen and Surabaya is 252 km. The road distance is 244.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Gunung Ijen to Surabaya without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 3h 58m and costs Rp550000 - Rp850000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Gunung Ijen to Surabaya, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Gunung Ijen to Surabaya train arrive?

Gunung Ijen to Surabaya train services, operated by Kereta API, arrive at Gubeng station.

Can I drive from Gunung Ijen to Surabaya?

Yes, the driving distance between Gunung Ijen to Surabaya is 244 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Gunung Ijen to Surabaya.

Where can I stay near Surabaya?

There are 977+ hotels available in Surabaya.

Gunung Ijen to Surabaya - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Gunung Ijen to Surabaya by taxi, bus, train, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Gunung Ijen to Jembertaxi
2. Take the bus from Jember to Surabaya Kotabus Jember - Surabaya Kota
3h 58m
Rp 564,253–851,844
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kalibaru to Gubengtrain Wijayakusuma / ...
4h 28m
Rp 194,943–373,115
Drive 244.4 km
1. Drive from Gunung Ijen to Surabayacar 244.4 km
3h 23m
Rp 483,383–698,220
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gunung Ijen to Surabayataxi 244.4 km
3h 23m
Rp 1,900,000–2,400,000
Train via Surabaya Kota
1. Take the train from Kalibaru to Surabaya Kotatrain Sri Tanjung
5h 30m
Rp 194,943–373,115

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Distance: 251.7 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

Kereta API operates a train from Kalibaru to Gubeng 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rp 150,000–320,000 and the journey takes 4h 21m.

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