How to travel from Semarang to Bima, Indonesia
The distance between Semarang and Bima is around 1,030km (640 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 30m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Semarang to Bima 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 Bima → Semarang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Bima (BMU).
- Duration4h 30m
- Flight time4hrs
- Typical costIDR 3,115,415($210)
Batik Air
+ 2 others3 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Malang Arjosari Bus Station and then to Denpasar then take a ferry to Pelabuhan Bima.
- Duration2 days
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 674,010($45)
Multiple operators
Train, Bus and Ferry
Take the train to Bangil and then to Jember then take the bus to Sanur then take a ferry to Pelabuhan Bima.
- Duration1 day 15h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 898,675($60)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Semarang and Bima
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Semarang to Bima by plane, train, bus and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 674,010 ($45) and will take around 2 days. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,115,415 ($210).
The distance between Semarang and Bima is around 1,030km (640 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 925km (575 miles)
It takes around 4h 30m to get from Semarang and Bima by plane.
The quickest way to get from Semarang to Bima is to fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx IDR 3,115,415 ($210).
The cheapest way to travel between Semarang and Bima is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 674,010 ($45) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Semarang and Bima. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Bima (BMU). instead which will take 4h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Semarang and Bima. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Bima (BMU). instead which will take 4h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Semarang and Bima. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and arrive at Bima (BMU) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 4hrs.
There is no direct flight from Semarang to Bima. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and Lombok (LOP). This services will take at least 4h 30m (not including layover time).
The flight from Semarang to Bima typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and and arrive into Bima (BMU).
The closest major airport to Bima is Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU) (BMU) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Bima. Tambolaka Airport (TMC) (TMC) and Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP) (LOP) 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 Semarang to Bima. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Bima (BMU). instead which will take 4h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Semarang to Bima is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around IDR 3,115,415 ($210).
Compare travel optionsbetween Semarang and Bima
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 4h 30m | IDR 3,115,415($210) | on demand | 1,807km (1,123 miles) |
| Train to Solobalapan, Fly | 6h 5m | IDR 2,636,120($175) | twice daily | 1,030km (640 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 7h 25m | IDR 5,182,370($345) | twice daily | 1,094km (680 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 7h 30m | IDR 2,171,805($145) | every 4 hours | 1,148km (713 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 2 days | IDR 674,010($45) | once a week | 1,292km (803 miles) |
Train, Bus and Ferry | 1 day 15h | IDR 898,675($60) | once a week | 1,226km (762 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Semarang and Bima
Airlines
Batik Air
Wings Air
Citilink Indonesia
Lion Mentari Airlines
Super Air Jet
Ferry operators
Pelni
Bus companies
Rama Sakti
SatelQu
Bali Jaya Trans
Nusantara
Mtrans
Train operators
Kereta API
Prambanan Ekspres
Airports near Bima
The following major airports near Bima offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU)
- Distance
- 3km (2 miles) from Bima
Tambolaka Airport (TMC)
- Distance
- 113km (70 miles) from Bima
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
- Distance
- 265km (164 miles) from Bima