The cheapest and fastest coaches from Surakarta to Malang
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Surakarta to Malang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Surakarta to Malang will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Surakarta for Malang every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Surakarta to Malang
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Surakarta to Malang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $111.
Distance: 204 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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$14 Average Price Cheapest | $149 Average Price | $25 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Surakarta to Malang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Surakarta to Malang coaches for today, Friday, 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 pm Surakarta | 5h10 | 6:10 pm Malang | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Surakarta to Malang
Buses from Surakarta to Malang run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 15:15, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 204 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 204 km |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 15:15 |
Last bus 20:00 |
FAQs: Surakarta to Malang coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Surakarta to Malang by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Malang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Malang, Terminal Arjosari, located away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Surakarta to Malang, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Surakarta and Malang
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available for both cars and motorcycles
- Food court and various food stalls available
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps, assistance available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: City Bus, Inter-city Bus
- Angkot (public minivan)
- 04:00-22:00
- Available for both cars and motorcycles
- Several small local restaurants and food stalls inside and around terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available for a small fee
- Bus: Local city buses, intercity buses
- Angkot: Various routes
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