Day trip from Surakarta to Klaten
Klaten lies 30 km (19 mi) south-west of Surakarta, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 30 km (19 mi) apart, Klaten is a realistic day trip from Surakarta: about 29 min each way by road.
| Surakarta | Klaten | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 526,870 | 126,831 |
| Elevation | 100 m (328 ft) | 159 m (522 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Postal codes | 34583–45152 | 35372–57411 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Klaten
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Staying in Klaten
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Common questions
How far is Klaten from Surakarta?
30 km (19 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Surakarta; by road roughly 36 km (23 mi).
How long does it take to get from Surakarta to Klaten by road?
About 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Surakarta and Klaten?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
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.