How to travel from Surakarta to Manado, Indonesia
The distance between Surakarta and Manado is around 1,960km (1,218 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 15m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Surakarta to Manado by plane, bus, train and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Manado → Surakarta if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Solo (SOC) to Manado (MDC).
- Duration5h 15m
- Flight time4h 45m
- Typical costIDR 5,212,330($350)
Batik Air
+ 1 others3 similiar routes
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Gubeng then take a ferry to Bitung.
- Duration3 days 5h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 898,675($60)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Surakarta and Manado
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Surakarta to Manado by plane, bus, train and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 898,675 ($60) and will take around 3 days 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 5,212,330 ($350).
The distance between Surakarta and Manado is around 1,960km (1,218 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,852km (1,151 miles)
It takes around 5h 15m to get from Surakarta and Manado by plane.
The quickest way to get from Surakarta to Manado is to fly which takes around 5h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 5,212,330 ($350).
The cheapest way to travel between Surakarta and Manado is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 898,675 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Surakarta and Manado. We recommend that you fly from Solo (SOC) to Manado (MDC). instead which will take 5h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Surakarta and Manado. We recommend that you fly from Solo (SOC) to Manado (MDC). instead which will take 5h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Surakarta and Manado. Flights depart from Solo (SOC) and arrive at Manado (MDC) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 4h 45m.
There is no direct flight from Surakarta to Manado. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 5h 15m (not including layover time).
The flight from Surakarta to Manado typically takes around 4h 45m. Flights depart from Solo (SOC) and and arrive into Manado (MDC).
The closest major airport to Manado is Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) (MDC) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Manado. Tolotio Airport (GTO) (GTO) and Naha Airport (NAH) (NAH) 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 Surakarta to Manado. We recommend that you fly from Solo (SOC) to Manado (MDC). instead which will take 5h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Surakarta to Manado is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 5,212,330 ($350).
Compare travel optionsbetween Surakarta and Manado
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 5h 15m | IDR 5,212,330($350) | hourly | 2,703km (1,679 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 6h 45m | IDR 5,347,130($355) | every 20 mins | 2,738km (1,701 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 6h 55m | IDR 4,178,850($280) | twice daily | 2,744km (1,705 miles) |
| Train to Gubeng, Fly | 7h 15m | IDR 4,178,850($280) | once daily | 1,960km (1,218 miles) |
Train and Ferry | 3 days 5h | IDR 898,675($60) | once a week | 2,644km (1,643 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Surakarta and Manado
Airlines
Batik Air
Super Air Jet
Lion Mentari Airlines
Citilink Indonesia
Garuda Indonesia
Train operators
Kereta API
Prambanan Ekspres
Bus companies
Kramat Djati
Ferry operators
Pelni
Airports near Manado
The following major airports near Manado offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
- Distance
- 11km (7 miles) from Manado
Tolotio Airport (GTO)
- Distance
- 241km (150 miles) from Manado
Naha Airport (NAH)
- Distance
- 254km (158 miles) from Manado