The cheapest and fastest coaches from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Buses per day
33
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Yogyakarta to Surakarta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Yogyakarta to Surakarta will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $4.
Of the 33 buses that leave Yogyakarta for Surakarta every day 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 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.
JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS6:00 AM2h00Kota Yogyakarta8:00 AMSurakarta, Banjarsari$41One-way0 changes
JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS1:00 PM2h00Kota Yogyakarta3:00 PMSurakarta, Banjarsari$41One-way0 changes
JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS8:30 PM2h00Kota Yogyakarta10:30 PMSurakarta, Banjarsari$41One-way0 changes
DAYTRANS8:00 AM2h25Kota Yogyakarta10:25 AMSurakarta, Banjarsari$51One-way0 changes
DAYTRANS8:30 PM2h25Kota Yogyakarta10:55 PMSurakarta, Banjarsari$51One-way0 changes
PT DELIMA SRI GEMILANG6:00 PM1h00Yogyakarta, Bus Terminal Giwangan7:00 PMSurakarta, Bus Terminal Tirtonadi$211One-way0 changes
DAYTRANS3:00 AM1h55Kota Yogyakarta4:55 AMSurakarta, Banjarsari$51One-way0 changes
DAYTRANS6:15 AM1h55Yogyakarta, Kotagede8:10 AMSurakarta, Banjarsari$51One-way0 changes
JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS6:00 AM2h00Kota Yogyakarta8:00 AMSurakarta, Banjarsari$41One-way0 changes
JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS1:00 PM2h00Kota Yogyakarta3:00 PMSurakarta, Banjarsari$41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Yogyakarta to Surakarta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $3, and a train costs an average of $1.
Distance: 58 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$3 Average Price Cheapest | $14 Average Price |
2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Yogyakarta to Surakarta bus times
The table below shows live departures for Yogyakarta to Surakarta coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday, 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS | 6:00 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h00 | 8:00 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 6:00 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h10 | 8:10 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 6:15 AM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 1h55 | 8:10 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 7:00 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 9:25 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 7:15 AM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 9:25 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 8:00 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 10:25 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 8:15 AM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 10:25 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 9:30 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 11:55 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 9:45 AM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 11:55 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 11:00 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 1:25 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 11:15 AM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 1:25 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS | 1:00 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h00 | 3:00 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 2:00 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 4:25 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 2:15 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 4:25 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 3:00 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h55 | 5:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 3:15 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h40 | 5:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 4:00 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h55 | 6:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 4:15 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h40 | 6:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 5:30 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 7:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 5:45 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 7:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
PT DELIMA SRI GEMILANG | 6:00 PM Yogyakarta, Bus Terminal Giwangan | 1h00 | 7:00 PM Surakarta, Bus Terminal Tirtonadi | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 6:30 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 8:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 6:45 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 8:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 7:30 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 9:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 7:45 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 9:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 8:30 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 10:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS | 8:30 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h00 | 10:30 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 8:45 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 10:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 9:30 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 11:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
DAYTRANS | 9:45 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 11:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Buses from Yogyakarta to Surakarta run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $3 but you can travel from only $1 by train.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 58 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 58 km |
Average bus duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Yogyakarta to Surakarta coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yogyakarta to Surakarta 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 Surakarta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Yogyakarta and Surakarta
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in main terminal area
- Parking available for motorcycles and cars with hourly rates
- Local food stalls and restaurants available in and around terminal
- Available at designated taxi stands along Malioboro Street
- Ramps available
- Public toilets available with small fee
- Bus: Trans Jogja lines 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B
- Local minibuses (angkot)
- 05:00-21:00
- Street parking available for motorcycles and cars
- Small local food stalls and street vendors near the terminal
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Basic public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Jogja 3A, 3B
- Local minibus: P6, P7
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in some areas
- Street parking available for motorcycles and cars
- Many street food vendors and local restaurants nearby
- Available along Malioboro Street
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available for small fee
- Bus: Trans Jogja 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B
- Becak and Andong (traditional transport)
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stands
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: BST Corridor 1, Local buses
- Angkot: Various routes
- 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)
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