THE SHORT VERSION
Purwokerto to Surabaya at a glance.
- From
- Purwokerto
- To
- Surabaya
- Road distance
- About 479 km
- Straight line
- 386 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Surabaya to Purwokerto →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Purwokerto
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
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 Purwokerto
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Purwokerto from Surabaya by road?+
About 479 km by road (386 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Purwokerto 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 Purwokerto?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Surabaya to Purwokerto?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Surabaya to Purwokerto guide.
Where does the bus from Purwokerto 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 Purwokerto 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 Purwokerto 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, Denpasar 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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