How to travel from Bengkulu to Yogyakarta, Indonesia
The distance between Bengkulu and Yogyakarta is around 1,021km (634 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4hrs.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Bengkulu to Yogyakarta by plane, train, taxi, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Yogyakarta → Bengkulu if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Yogyakarta (YIA).
- Duration4hrs
- Flight time2h 40m
- Typical costIDR 2,711,010($180)
Garuda Indonesia
+ 2 others1 similiar route
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Taxi, Train and Ferry
Take a taxi to Tebing Tinggi/Empat Lawang then take the train to Prabumulih and then to Tanjung Karang then take a ferry to Gambir Station then take the train to Yogyakarta Tugu.
- Duration1 day 4h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 1,737,445($115)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Bakauheni Port then take a ferry to Merak then drive to Yogyakarta.
- Duration18h 45m
- Departshourly
- Typical costIDR 1,093,390($73)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bengkulu and Yogyakarta
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Bengkulu to Yogyakarta by plane, train, taxi, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,093,390 ($73) and will take around 18h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,711,010 ($180).
The distance between Bengkulu and Yogyakarta is around 1,021km (634 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 998km (620 miles)
It takes around 4hrs to get from Bengkulu and Yogyakarta by plane.
The quickest way to get from Bengkulu to Yogyakarta is to fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx IDR 2,711,010 ($180).
The cheapest way to travel between Bengkulu and Yogyakarta is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,093,390 ($73) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Bengkulu and Yogyakarta. We recommend that you fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Yogyakarta (YIA). instead which will take 4hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bengkulu and Yogyakarta. We recommend that you fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Yogyakarta (YIA). instead which will take 4hrs.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Bengkulu and Yogyakarta. Flights depart from Bengkulu (BKS) and arrive at Yogyakarta (YIA) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 2h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Bengkulu to Yogyakarta. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Bengkulu to Yogyakarta typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Bengkulu (BKS) and and arrive into Yogyakarta (YIA).
The closest major airport to Yogyakarta is Adisucipto Airport (JOG) (JOG) which is approximately 23km (14 miles) from Yogyakarta. Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) (YIA) and Adisumarmo International Airport (SOC) (SOC) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Bengkulu to Yogyakarta. We recommend that you fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Yogyakarta (YIA). instead which will take 4hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bengkulu to Yogyakarta is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around IDR 2,711,010 ($180).
Compare travel optionsbetween Bengkulu and Yogyakarta
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 4hrs | IDR 2,711,010($180) | hourly | 1,021km (634 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4hrs | IDR 2,351,540($155) | 5 times a day | 1,102km (685 miles) |
Taxi, Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 4h | IDR 1,737,445($115) | once daily | 1,385km (860 miles) |
| Taxi, Train, Bus and Ferry | 1 day 11h | IDR 1,977,090($130) | once daily | 1,477km (918 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 18h 45m | IDR 1,093,390($73) | hourly | 1,300km (808 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Bengkulu and Yogyakarta
Airlines
Garuda Indonesia
Lion Mentari Airlines
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Ferry operators
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Train operators
Kereta API
Prambanan Ekspres
Bus companies
Maharani Tranz
Airports near Yogyakarta
The following major airports near Yogyakarta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Adisucipto Airport (JOG)
- Distance
- 23km (14 miles) from Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
- Distance
- 35km (22 miles) from Yogyakarta
Adisumarmo International Airport (SOC)
- Distance
- 67km (41 miles) from Yogyakarta