THE SHORT VERSION
Cilacap to Yogyakarta at a glance.
- From
- Cilacap
- To
- Yogyakarta Kota Yogyakarta
- Road distance
- About 177 km
- Straight line
- 149 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Yogyakarta to Cilacap →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Cilacap
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Yogyakarta
TransJogja buses and ride-hailing connect the terminal with Malioboro.
- Giwangan bus terminal
South of the centre. Main long-distance terminal. - Minibus (travel) offices
Door-to-door minibuses to other Java cities.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Trains are often a comfortable alternative on Java's main routes.
KEEP GOING
From Yogyakarta, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Yogyakarta
More buses from Cilacap
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Cilacap from Yogyakarta by road?+
About 177 km by road (149 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Cilacap to Yogyakarta take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Cilacap?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Yogyakarta to Cilacap?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Yogyakarta to Cilacap guide.
Where does the bus from Cilacap arrive in Yogyakarta?+
It depends on the operator. In Yogyakarta, services use Giwangan bus terminal, Minibus (travel) offices. TransJogja buses and ride-hailing connect the terminal with Malioboro.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Yogyakarta?+
TransJogja buses and ride-hailing connect the terminal with Malioboro.
What kind of bus runs from Cilacap to Yogyakarta?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Cilacap to Yogyakarta bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Yogyakarta by bus?+
Direct buses from Yogyakarta include Surabaya, Malang, Probolinggo, Bandung City, Special Capital Region of Jakarta and more. See all connections on our Yogyakarta bus page.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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