How to travel from Semarang to Palopo, Indonesia
The distance between Semarang and Palopo is around 1,291km (802 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 5m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Semarang to Palopo by plane, bus, taxi, train and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Palopo → Semarang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Palopo Lagaligo (LLO).
- Duration3h 5m
- Flight time2h 45m
- Typical costIDR 2,561,230($170)
PT. Sriwijaya Air
+ 6 others2 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Surabaya Kota then take a ferry to Makassar then take the bus to Palopo.
- Duration1 day 17h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costIDR 748,900($50)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Semarang and Palopo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Semarang to Palopo by plane, bus, taxi, train and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the train, then take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around IDR 718,940 ($48) and will take around 2 days 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,561,230 ($170).
The distance between Semarang and Palopo is around 1,291km (802 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,169km (727 miles)
It takes around 3h 5m to get from Semarang and Palopo by plane.
The quickest way to get from Semarang to Palopo is to fly which takes around 3h 5m and will set you back approx IDR 2,561,230 ($170).
The cheapest way to travel between Semarang and Palopo is to take the train, then take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 718,940 ($48) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Semarang and Palopo. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Palopo Lagaligo (LLO). instead which will take 3h 5m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Semarang and Palopo. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Palopo Lagaligo (LLO). instead which will take 3h 5m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Semarang and Palopo. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and arrive at Palopo Lagaligo (LLO) - via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). The flight takes around 2h 45m.
There is no direct flight from Semarang to Palopo. There is however a flight that goes via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). This services will take at least 3h 5m (not including layover time).
The flight from Semarang to Palopo typically takes around 2h 45m. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and and arrive into Palopo Lagaligo (LLO).
The closest major airport to Palopo is Tampa Padang Airport (MJU) (MJU) which is approximately 137km (85 miles) from Palopo. Mutiara Airport (PLW) (PLW) and Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) (UPG) 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 Palopo. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Palopo Lagaligo (LLO). instead which will take 3h 5m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Semarang to Palopo is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 5m and will usually cost around IDR 2,561,230 ($170).
Compare travel optionsbetween Semarang and Palopo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 3h 5m | IDR 2,561,230($170) | on demand | 1,291km (802 miles) |
| Plane and Taxi | 7h 20m | IDR 3,639,645($245) | on demand | 1,610km (1,001 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 10h 35m | IDR 2,156,825($145) | once daily | 1,404km (872 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 3 similar | 1 day 17h | IDR 748,900($50) | 3 times a week | 1,547km (961 miles) |
| Bus to Surabaya Kota, ferry | 1 day 23h | IDR 733,920($49) | 3 times a week | 1,547km (961 miles) |
| Train, Ferry and Bus | 1 day 16h | IDR 733,920($49) | 3 times a week | 1,475km (917 miles) |
| Train to Surabaya Pasar Turi, ferry and bus | 2 days 2h | IDR 718,940($48) | once a week | 1,428km (887 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Semarang and Palopo
Airlines
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Wings Air
Citilink Indonesia
Super Air Jet
Batik Air
Bus companies
Primadona bus
Damri
Nusantara
Train operators
Kereta API
Ferry operators
Pelni
Airports near Palopo
The following major airports near Palopo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Tampa Padang Airport (MJU)
- Distance
- 137km (85 miles) from Palopo
Mutiara Airport (PLW)
- Distance
- 234km (145 miles) from Palopo
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
- Distance
- 242km (150 miles) from Palopo