Semarang to Jakarta by ferry
Jakarta lies 404 km (251 mi) west of Semarang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 404 km (251 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 12 h 15 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Semarang | Jakarta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.7 million | 8.5 million |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Port | Port of Tanjung Emas | Port of Tanjung Priok |
Where to book ferries from Semarang to Jakarta
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Staying in Jakarta
Our booking partner lists 5,949+ places to stay in Jakarta (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 865 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (322), and 69 are five-star. Across 341 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 158,178 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Jakarta from Semarang?
404 km (251 mi) in a straight line, west of Semarang; by road roughly 493 km (307 mi).
How long does it take to get from Semarang to Jakarta by ferry?
About 12 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Semarang and Jakarta?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where can I stay in Jakarta?
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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 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.