THE SHORT VERSION
Surakarta to Semarang at a glance.
- From
- Surakarta
- To
- Semarang Kota Semarang
- Road distance
- About 102 km
- Straight line
- 78 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Semarang to Surakarta →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Surakarta
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 Semarang
Ask the seller where the service ends in Semarang. 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 Semarang, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Semarang
More buses from Surakarta
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Surakarta from Semarang by road?+
About 102 km by road (78 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Surakarta to Semarang take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 30 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 Surakarta?+
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 Semarang to Surakarta?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Semarang to Surakarta guide.
Where does the bus from Surakarta arrive in Semarang?+
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 Surakarta to Semarang?+
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 Surakarta to Semarang 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 Semarang by bus?+
Direct buses from Semarang include Yogyakarta, Surabaya, Bandung City, Malang, Special Capital Region of Jakarta and more. See all connections on our Semarang 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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