Semarang to Surakarta by bus
Surakarta lies 77 km (48 mi) south-east of Semarang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 38 min including stops, over roughly 94 km (59 mi) of road.
| Semarang | Surakarta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.7 million | 526,870 |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | 100 m (328 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Postal codes | 38119–53411 | 34583–45152 |
Where to book buses from Semarang to Surakarta
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Staying in Surakarta
Our booking partner lists 84 places to stay in Surakarta. Of the 83 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (40). Guests have left 132 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Surakarta
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Common questions
How far is Surakarta from Semarang?
77 km (48 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Semarang; by road roughly 94 km (59 mi).
How long does it take to get from Semarang to Surakarta by bus?
About 1 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Semarang and Surakarta?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where can I stay in Surakarta?
Our booking partner lists 84 places to stay in Surakarta, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.