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

The cheapest way to get from Surakarta to Semeru is to bus via Semarang, Terminal Terboyo which costs Rp120000 - Rp140000 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surakarta to Semeru is to train which takes 57 min and costs Rp130000 - Rp410000.

Is there a direct bus between Surakarta and Semeru?

No, there is no direct bus from Surakarta to Semeru. However, there are services departing from Solo Terminal Tirtonadi and arriving at Semarang Krapyak via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Surakarta and Semeru?

No, there is no direct train from Surakarta to Semeru. However, there are services departing from Solo Jebres and arriving at Semarang Tawang via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Surakarta to Semeru?

The distance between Surakarta and Semeru is 119 km. The road distance is 94.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Surakarta to Semeru without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs Rp130000 - Rp410000.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Surakarta to Semeru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surakarta to Semeru bus from?

Surakarta to Semeru bus services, operated by Kramat Djati, depart from Solo Terminal Tirtonadi station.

Where do I catch the Surakarta to Semeru train from?

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

Train or bus from Surakarta to Semeru?

The best way to get from Surakarta to Semeru is to train which takes 57 min and costs Rp130000 - Rp410000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rp150000 - Rp210000 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Surakarta to Semeru bus arrive?

Surakarta to Semeru bus services, operated by Kramat Djati, arrive at Semarang Krapyak station.

Where does the Surakarta to Semeru train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Surakarta to Semeru?

Yes, the driving distance between Surakarta to Semeru is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Surakarta to Semeru.

Where can I stay near Semeru?

There are 426+ hotels available in Semeru.

Surakarta to Semeru - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Surakarta to Semeru by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Solo Jebres to Semarang Tawangtrain Majapahit / ...
57 min
Rp 131,936–405,000
Bus via Semarang, Terminal Terboyo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Solo Terminal Tirtonadi to Semarang, Terminal Terboyobus
3h 13m
Rp 120,000–140,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Solo Terminal Tirtonadi to Semarang Krapyakbus
1h 45m
Rp 156,959–201,777
Drive 94.9 km
1. Drive from Surakarta to Semerucar 94.9 km
1h 22m
Rp 187,102–270,258
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Surakarta to Semerutaxi 94.9 km
1h 22m
Rp 600,000–750,000
Train via Solobalapan
1. Take the train from Solobalapan to Semarang Poncol Stationtrain Joglosemarkerto
2h 49m
Rp 122,330–390,000

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Distance: 119.4 km
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Surakarta, Indonesia and Semeru, Provinsi Jawa Tengah, 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 60,000–85,000 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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