Batam to Surabaya by bus
Surabaya lies 1,345 km (836 mi) south-east of Batam, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 24 h 23 min including stops, over roughly 1,641 km (1,020 mi) of road.
| Batam | Surabaya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.3 million | 3 million |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
Where to book buses from Batam to Surabaya
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Staying in Surabaya
Our booking partner lists 1,278+ places to stay in Surabaya (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 913 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (445), and 16 are five-star. Across 85 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 25,154 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Surabaya from Batam?
1,345 km (836 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Batam; by road roughly 1,641 km (1,020 mi).
How long does it take to get from Batam to Surabaya by bus?
About 24 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Batam and Surabaya?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where can I stay in Surabaya?
Our booking partner lists 1,278+ places to stay in Surabaya, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.