THE SHORT VERSION
Semarang to Cilacap at a glance.
- From
- Semarang Kota Semarang
- To
- Cilacap
- Road distance
- About 245 km
- Straight line
- 176 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Cilacap to Semarang →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Semarang
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 Cilacap
Ask the seller where the service ends in Cilacap. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
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.
KEEP GOING
From Cilacap, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Cilacap
More buses from Semarang
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Semarang from Cilacap by road?+
About 245 km by road (176 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Semarang to Cilacap take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 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 Semarang?+
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 Cilacap to Semarang?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Cilacap to Semarang guide.
Where does the bus from Semarang arrive in Cilacap?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Semarang to Cilacap?+
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 Semarang to Cilacap 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 Cilacap by bus?+
Direct buses from Cilacap include Yogyakarta, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, Surabaya, Denpasar, Purwokerto and more. See all connections on our Cilacap bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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