How to travel from Semarang to Palembang, Indonesia
The distance between Semarang and Palembang is around 863km (536 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Semarang to Palembang by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Palembang → Semarang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM).
- Duration3hrs
- Flight time2h 10m
- Typical costIDR 1,108,370($74)
Lion Mentari Airlines
+ 3 othersTrain and Ferry
Take the train to Jakarta Gambir then take a ferry to Bandar Lampung then take the train to Kertapati.
- Duration22h 55m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 674,010($45)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Merak then take a ferry to Bakauheni Port then drive to Palembang.
- Duration12h 20m
- Departshourly
- Typical costIDR 1,587,665($105)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Semarang and Palembang
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Semarang to Palembang by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 674,010 ($45) and will take around 22h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,108,370 ($74).
The distance between Semarang and Palembang is around 863km (536 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 769km (478 miles)
It takes around 3hrs to get from Semarang and Palembang by plane.
The quickest way to get from Semarang to Palembang is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx IDR 1,108,370 ($74).
The cheapest way to travel between Semarang and Palembang is to take the train 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 Palembang. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM). instead which will take 3hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Semarang and Palembang. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM). instead which will take 3hrs.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Semarang and Palembang. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and arrive at Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 2h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Semarang to Palembang. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 3hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Semarang to Palembang typically takes around 2h 10m. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and and arrive into Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM).
The closest major airport to Palembang is Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II International Airport (PLM) (PLM) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Palembang. Depati Amir Airport (PGK) (PGK) and Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB) (DJB) 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 Palembang. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM). instead which will take 3hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Semarang to Palembang is to fly which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around IDR 1,108,370 ($74).
Compare travel optionsbetween Semarang and Palembang
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 3hrs | IDR 1,108,370($74) | every 3 hours | 863km (536 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 22h 55m | IDR 674,010($45) | once daily | 1,058km (657 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 24h 30m | IDR 793,830($53) | once daily | 1,169km (726 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Ferry | 1 day 1h | IDR 748,900($50) | once daily | 1,068km (663 miles) |
Car and Ferry + 1 similar | 12h 20m | IDR 1,587,665($105) | hourly | 954km (593 miles) |
| Train, Car and Ferry | 19h 55m | IDR 778,855($52) | twice daily | 1,095km (681 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Semarang and Palembang
Airlines
Lion Mentari Airlines
Batik Air
Garuda Indonesia
Citilink Indonesia
Train operators
Kereta API
Ferry operators
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Damri
Bus companies
Nusantara
Madona
Airports near Palembang
The following major airports near Palembang offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II International Airport (PLM)
- Distance
- 12km (7 miles) from Palembang
Depati Amir Airport (PGK)
- Distance
- 179km (111 miles) from Palembang
Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB)
- Distance
- 195km (121 miles) from Palembang