THE SHORT VERSION
Denpasar to Surabaya at a glance.
- From
- Denpasar
- To
- Surabaya
- Road distance
- About 444 km
- Straight line
- 315 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Surabaya to Denpasar →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Denpasar
Denpasar is Bali's capital. Long-distance buses from Java use Mengwi terminal north-west of the city; tourist shuttles serve Kuta, Ubud, Sanur and other areas directly.
- Mengwi bus terminal
North-west of Denpasar. Buses to and from Java, including the ferry crossing. - Tourist shuttle offices
Operators such as Perama run shuttles between Bali's tourist areas.
Arriving in Surabaya
Use ride-hailing between Purabaya and the centre.
- Purabaya (Bungurasih) bus terminal
South of the city. Main long-distance terminal.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Touts at the terminal can overcharge: buy at the operator's window or online.
KEEP GOING
From Surabaya, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Surabaya
More buses from Denpasar
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Denpasar from Surabaya by road?+
About 444 km by road (315 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Denpasar to Surabaya take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Denpasar?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Denpasar include Mengwi bus terminal, Tourist shuttle offices, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Surabaya to Denpasar?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Surabaya to Denpasar guide.
Where does the bus from Denpasar arrive in Surabaya?+
It depends on the operator. In Surabaya, services use Purabaya (Bungurasih) bus terminal. Use ride-hailing between Purabaya and the centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Surabaya?+
Use ride-hailing between Purabaya and the centre.
What kind of bus runs from Denpasar to Surabaya?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Denpasar to Surabaya bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Surabaya by bus?+
Direct buses from Surabaya include Malang, Probolinggo, Banyuwangi, Yogyakarta, Ubud District and more. See all connections on our Surabaya bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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