Jakarta to Serang by train
Serang lies 77 km (48 mi) west of Jakarta, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 7 min at the speeds typical of Indonesia rail, over roughly 94 km (59 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Jakarta | Serang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 8.5 million | 735,651 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Stations on record | Jakarta Kota railway station, Gambir railway station, Jatinegara railway station | Karangantu railway station, Walantaka railway station |
Where to book trains from Jakarta to Serang
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Staying in Serang
Our booking partner lists 37 places to stay in Serang. Of the 27 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (14). Guests have left 220 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Serang from Jakarta?
77 km (48 mi) in a straight line, west of Jakarta; by road roughly 94 km (59 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jakarta to Serang by train?
About 1 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jakarta and Serang?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where can I stay in Serang?
Our booking partner lists 37 places to stay in Serang, 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.