THE SHORT VERSION
Surabaya to Surakarta at a glance.
- From
- Surabaya
- Road distance
- About 259 km
- Straight line
- 214 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Surakarta to Surabaya →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Surabaya
Surabaya is Indonesia's second city and East Java's transport hub, with buses to Malang, Probolinggo (for Bromo), Bali and Jakarta. The main terminal is Purabaya, also called Bungurasih.
- Purabaya (Bungurasih) bus terminal
South of the city. Main long-distance terminal.
Arriving in Surakarta
Ask the seller where the service ends in Surakarta. 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 Surakarta, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Surakarta
More buses from Surabaya
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Surabaya from Surakarta by road?+
About 259 km by road (214 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Surabaya to Surakarta 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 Surabaya?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Surabaya include Purabaya (Bungurasih) bus terminal, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Surakarta to Surabaya?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Surakarta to Surabaya guide.
Where does the bus from Surabaya arrive in Surakarta?+
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 Surabaya to Surakarta?+
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 Surabaya to Surakarta 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 Surakarta by bus?+
Direct buses from Surakarta include Yogyakarta, Malang, Bandung City, Banyuwangi, Special Capital Region of Jakarta and more. See all connections on our Surakarta 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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