Surakarta to Yogyakarta by bus
Yogyakarta lies 58 km (36 mi) south-west of Surakarta, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 18 min including stops, over roughly 71 km (44 mi) of road.
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| Surakarta | Yogyakarta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 526,870 | 375,699 |
| Elevation | 100 m (328 ft) | 110 m (361 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
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Common questions
How far is Yogyakarta from Surakarta?
58 km (36 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Surakarta; by road roughly 71 km (44 mi).
How long does it take to get from Surakarta to Yogyakarta by bus?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Surakarta and Yogyakarta?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.