Yogyakarta to Surakarta train with Prambanan Ekspres

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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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$14

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$3

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1h 29m

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59m

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30m

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2h 45m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Yogyakarta to Surakarta

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Trains from Yogyakarta to Surakarta run on average 29 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $1 if you book in advance.

There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
58 km
Average train duration
59m
Cheapest ticket price
$1
Trains per day
29
Direct trains
29
Fastest train
40m
First train
00:17
Last train
23:33
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Prambanan Ekspres, Kereta API from Yogyakarta to Surakarta trainsPrambanan Ekspres, Kereta API trains will get you between Yogyakarta and Surakarta from $1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Prambanan Ekspres

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
$1
Prambanan Ekspres frequency
5 a day

Kereta API

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
$20
Kereta API frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Yogyakarta to Surakarta train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yogyakarta to Surakarta by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Surakarta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Yogyakarta to Surakarta can start from as little as $2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Yogyakarta to Surakarta is $17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Yogyakarta to Surakarta is on average 40 min   for the 58 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Yogyakarta and Surakarta by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Yogyakarta to Surakarta leaves at 12: 17am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Yogyakarta to Surakarta leaves at 11: 33pm.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Yogyakarta to Surakarta without having to change trains with Prambanan Ekspres or Kereta API. There are 29 direct trains from Yogyakarta to Surakarta each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Yogyakarta to Surakarta, you can count on Prambanan Ekspres or Kereta API for the best way to get you to Surakarta. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Yogyakarta to Surakarta and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Train Station Yogyakarta, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Solo Balapan, located away from the city centre.

A day trip to Surakarta from Yogyakarta is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Yogyakarta to Surakarta by train is July.
You have options as you can travel from Yogyakarta to Surakarta 2 different ways: train or coach.

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