How to travel from Manado to Surakarta, Indonesia

The distance between Manado and Surakarta is around 2,644km (1,643 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 60m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Manado to Surakarta by plane, train, bus and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out SurakartaManado if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Manado (MDC) to Solo (SOC).

  • Duration4h 60m
  • Flight time4h 30m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 6,859,905($460)
Operated by

Garuda Indonesia

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Ferry and Train

Take a ferry to Surabaya - Tanjung Perak Port then take the train to Solo Balapan.

  • Duration3 days 5h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 898,675($60)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Manado and Surakarta

There are several options for getting from Manado to Surakarta by plane, train, bus and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the train which costs around IDR 898,675 ($60) and will take around 3 days 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 6,859,905 ($460).

The distance between Manado and Surakarta is around 2,644km (1,643 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,852km (1,151 miles)

It takes around 4h 60m to get from Manado and Surakarta by plane.

The quickest way to get from Manado to Surakarta is to fly which takes around 4h 60m and will set you back approx IDR 6,859,905 ($460).

The cheapest way to travel between Manado and Surakarta is to take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around IDR 898,675 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Manado and Surakarta. We recommend that you fly from Manado (MDC) to Solo (SOC). instead which will take 4h 60m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Manado and Surakarta. We recommend that you fly from Manado (MDC) to Solo (SOC). instead which will take 4h 60m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Manado and Surakarta. Flights depart from Manado (MDC) and arrive at Solo (SOC) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 4h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Manado to Surakarta. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 60m (not including layover time).

The flight from Manado to Surakarta typically takes around 4h 30m. Flights depart from Manado (MDC) and and arrive into Solo (SOC).

The closest major airport to Surakarta is Adisumarmo International Airport (SOC) (SOC) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Surakarta. Adisucipto Airport (JOG) (JOG) and Achmad Yani International Airport (SRG) (SRG) 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 Manado to Surakarta. We recommend that you fly from Manado (MDC) to Solo (SOC). instead which will take 4h 60m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Manado to Surakarta is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 60m and will usually cost around IDR 6,859,905 ($460).

How do I get from Manado to Surakarta

Compare travel optionsbetween Manado and Surakarta

Transport options from Manado to Surakarta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 60m
IDR 6,859,905($460)
hourly2,703km (1,680 miles)
Plane and Bus6h 45m
IDR 4,777,970($320)
twice daily2,747km (1,707 miles)
Plane and Train7h 20m
IDR 6,170,915($410)
hourly2,743km (1,704 miles)
Ferry and Train
3 days 5h
IDR 898,675($60)
once a week2,644km (1,643 miles)

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Airports near Surakarta

The following major airports near Surakarta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.

SOC
Adisumarmo International Airport (SOC)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Surakarta
JOG
Adisucipto Airport (JOG)
International Airport
Distance
49km (31 miles) from Surakarta
SRG
Achmad Yani International Airport (SRG)
International Airport
Distance
82km (51 miles) from Surakarta