THE SHORT VERSION
Special Capital Region of Jakarta to Surabaya at a glance.
- From
- Special Capital Region of Jakarta Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
- To
- Surabaya
- Road distance
- About 753 km
- Straight line
- 663 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~9 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Surabaya to Special Capital Region of Jakarta →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Special Capital Region of Jakarta
Jakarta is Indonesia's capital and the hub for buses across Java and to Sumatra. Long-distance services use several large terminals on the edges of the city.
- Kampung Rambutan
South-east. Routes to the south and west of Java. - Pulo Gebang
East. Major long-distance terminal for routes across Java and Bali. - Kalideres
West. Routes to Sumatra.
Arriving in Surabaya
Use ride-hailing between Purabaya and the centre.
- Purabaya (Bungurasih) bus terminal
South of the city. Main long-distance terminal.
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.
- Touts at the terminal can overcharge: buy at the operator's window or online.
KEEP GOING
From Surabaya, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Surabaya
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Special Capital Region of Jakarta from Surabaya by road?+
About 753 km by road (663 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Special Capital Region of Jakarta to Surabaya take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 9 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 Special Capital Region of Jakarta?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Special Capital Region of Jakarta include Kampung Rambutan, Pulo Gebang, Kalideres, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Surabaya to Special Capital Region of Jakarta?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Surabaya to Special Capital Region of Jakarta guide.
Where does the bus from Special Capital Region of Jakarta arrive in Surabaya?+
It depends on the operator. In Surabaya, services use Purabaya (Bungurasih) bus terminal. Use ride-hailing between Purabaya and the centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Surabaya?+
Use ride-hailing between Purabaya and the centre.
What kind of bus runs from Special Capital Region of Jakarta to Surabaya?+
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 Special Capital Region of Jakarta to Surabaya 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 Surabaya by bus?+
Direct buses from Surabaya include Malang, Probolinggo, Banyuwangi, Yogyakarta, Denpasar and more. See all connections on our Surabaya bus page.
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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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