How to travel from Surabaya to Bengkulu, Indonesia
The distance between Surabaya and Bengkulu is around 1,265km (786 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 15m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Surabaya to Bengkulu by plane, train, ferry, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Bengkulu → Surabaya if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Juanda International (SUB) to Bengkulu (BKS).
- Duration3h 15m
- Flight time2h 45m
- Typical costIDR 2,621,140($175)
PT. Sriwijaya Air
+ 2 others1 similiar route
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Train, Ferry and Taxi
Take the train to Jakarta Gambir then take a ferry to Bandar Lampung then take the train to Baturaja then take a taxi to Lahat then take the train to Tebing Tinggi/Empat Lawang then take a taxi to Bengkulu.
- Duration1 day 3h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 2,636,120($175)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Merak then take a ferry to Bakauheni Port then drive to Bengkulu.
- Duration21h 15m
- Departshourly
- Typical costIDR 1,303,080($87)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Surabaya and Bengkulu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Surabaya to Bengkulu by plane, train, ferry, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,303,080 ($87) and will take around 21h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,621,140 ($175).
The distance between Surabaya and Bengkulu is around 1,265km (786 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,203km (747 miles)
It takes around 3h 15m to get from Surabaya and Bengkulu by plane.
The quickest way to get from Surabaya to Bengkulu is to fly which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 2,621,140 ($175).
The cheapest way to travel between Surabaya and Bengkulu is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,303,080 ($87) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Surabaya and Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Juanda International (SUB) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Surabaya and Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Juanda International (SUB) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Surabaya and Bengkulu. Flights depart from Juanda International (SUB) and arrive at Bengkulu (BKS) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 2h 45m.
There is no direct flight from Surabaya to Bengkulu. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 3h 15m (not including layover time).
The flight from Surabaya to Bengkulu typically takes around 2h 45m. Flights depart from Juanda International (SUB) and and arrive into Bengkulu (BKS).
The closest major airport to Bengkulu is Fatmawati Soekarno Airport (BKS) (BKS) which is approximately 44km (27 miles) from Bengkulu. Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB) (DJB) and Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II International Airport (PLM) (PLM) 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 Surabaya to Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Juanda International (SUB) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 3h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Surabaya to Bengkulu is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 2,621,140 ($175).
Compare travel optionsbetween Surabaya and Bengkulu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 15m | IDR 2,621,140($175) | on demand | 1,265km (786 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5hrs | IDR 1,587,665($105) | once daily | 1,343km (834 miles) |
Train, Ferry and Taxi + 1 similar | 1 day 3h | IDR 2,636,120($175) | once daily | 1,535km (954 miles) |
| Train to Jakarta Gambir, ferry and taxi | 1 day 7h | IDR 1,692,510($115) | once daily | 1,593km (990 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 21h 15m | IDR 1,303,080($87) | hourly | 1,557km (968 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Surabaya and Bengkulu
Airlines
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
Citilink Indonesia
Garuda Indonesia
Ferry operators
Damri
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Train operators
Kereta API
Airports near Bengkulu
The following major airports near Bengkulu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Fatmawati Soekarno Airport (BKS)
- Distance
- 44km (27 miles) from Bengkulu
Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB)
- Distance
- 243km (151 miles) from Bengkulu
Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II International Airport (PLM)
- Distance
- 250km (155 miles) from Bengkulu