Semarang to Jepara by train
Jepara lies 52 km (33 mi) north-east of Semarang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 45 min at the speeds typical of Indonesia rail, over roughly 64 km (40 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Semarang | Jepara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.7 million | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Stations on record | Semarang Tawang railway station, Semarang Poncol railway station, Alastua railway station | none listed |
| Postal codes | 38119–53411 | 32274–60171 |
Where to book trains from Semarang to Jepara
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Staying in Jepara
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Jepara. Of the 37 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (16). Across 13 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.7 out of 10. Guests have left 2,332 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Jepara from Semarang?
52 km (33 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Semarang; by road roughly 64 km (40 mi).
How long does it take to get from Semarang to Jepara by train?
About 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Semarang and Jepara?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where can I stay in Jepara?
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Jepara, 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 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.