How to travel from Semarang to Palu, Indonesia
The distance between Semarang and Palu is around 1,799km (1,118 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 55m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Semarang to Palu by plane, train, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Palu → Semarang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Palu (PLW).
- Duration3h 55m
- Flight time3h 40m
- Typical costIDR 2,800,880($185)
Citilink Indonesia
+ 5 othersBus to Surabaya Terminal Bungurasih, Ferry
Take the bus to Surabaya Terminal Bungurasih then take a ferry to Pantoloan.
- Duration2 days 7h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 748,900($50)
Multiple operators
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Surabaya Pasar Turi then take a ferry to Pantoloan.
- Duration1 day 23h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 644,050($43)
Multiple operators
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Semarang and Palu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Semarang to Palu by plane, train, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 644,050 ($43) and will take around 1 day 23h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,800,880 ($185).
The distance between Semarang and Palu is around 1,799km (1,118 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,247km (775 miles)
It takes around 3h 55m to get from Semarang and Palu by plane.
The quickest way to get from Semarang to Palu is to fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx IDR 2,800,880 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Semarang and Palu is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 644,050 ($43) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Semarang and Palu. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Palu (PLW). instead which will take 3h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Semarang and Palu. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Palu (PLW). instead which will take 3h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Semarang and Palu. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and arrive at Palu (PLW) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Semarang to Palu. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 3h 55m (not including layover time).
The flight from Semarang to Palu typically takes around 3h 40m. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and and arrive into Palu (PLW).
The closest major airport to Palu is Mutiara Airport (PLW) (PLW) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Palu. Tampa Padang Airport (MJU) (MJU) and Samarinda International Airport (AAP) (AAP) 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 Palu. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Palu (PLW). instead which will take 3h 55m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Semarang to Palu is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around IDR 2,800,880 ($185).
Compare travel optionsbetween Semarang and Palu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 3h 55m | IDR 2,800,880($185) | on demand | 2,013km (1,251 miles) |
Bus to Surabaya Terminal Bungurasih, Ferry | 2 days 7h | IDR 748,900($50) | once a week | 1,903km (1,182 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 23h | IDR 644,050($43) | once a week | 1,799km (1,118 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 2 days 1h | IDR 659,030($44) | once a week | 1,871km (1,162 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Semarang and Palu
Airlines
Citilink Indonesia
Garuda Indonesia
Super Air Jet
Lion Mentari Airlines
Wings Air
Bus companies
Damri
Nusantara
Train operators
Kereta API
Ferry operators
Pelni
Airports near Palu
The following major airports near Palu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Mutiara Airport (PLW)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Palu
Tampa Padang Airport (MJU)
- Distance
- 210km (130 miles) from Palu
Samarinda International Airport (AAP)
- Distance
- 297km (184 miles) from Palu