How to travel from Yogyakarta to Bengkulu, Indonesia
The distance between Yogyakarta and Bengkulu is around 1,021km (634 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 50m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Yogyakarta 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 → Yogyakarta if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Yogyakarta (YIA) to Bengkulu (BKS).
- Duration3h 50m
- Flight time2h 25m
- Typical costIDR 1,362,995($90)
Lion Mentari Airlines
+ 3 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 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 2,606,165($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.
- Duration18h 45m
- Departshourly
- Typical costIDR 1,093,390($73)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yogyakarta and Bengkulu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yogyakarta to Bengkulu by plane, train, ferry, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,093,390 ($73) and will take around 18h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,362,995 ($90).
The distance between Yogyakarta and Bengkulu is around 1,021km (634 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 998km (620 miles)
It takes around 3h 50m to get from Yogyakarta and Bengkulu by plane.
The quickest way to get from Yogyakarta to Bengkulu is to fly which takes around 3h 50m and will set you back approx IDR 1,362,995 ($90).
The cheapest way to travel between Yogyakarta and Bengkulu is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,093,390 ($73) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yogyakarta and Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Yogyakarta (YIA) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 3h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yogyakarta and Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Yogyakarta (YIA) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 3h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Yogyakarta and Bengkulu. Flights depart from Yogyakarta (YIA) and arrive at Bengkulu (BKS) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 2h 25m.
There is no direct flight from Yogyakarta to Bengkulu. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 3h 50m (not including layover time).
The flight from Yogyakarta to Bengkulu typically takes around 2h 25m. Flights depart from Yogyakarta (YIA) 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 Yogyakarta to Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Yogyakarta (YIA) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 3h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yogyakarta to Bengkulu is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around IDR 1,362,995 ($90).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yogyakarta and Bengkulu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 50m | IDR 1,362,995($90) | hourly | 1,021km (634 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 3h 50m | IDR 1,452,860($95) | 5 times a day | 1,102km (685 miles) |
Train, Ferry and Taxi + 1 similar | 1 day 2h | IDR 2,606,165($175) | once daily | 1,330km (827 miles) |
| Train to Jakarta Gambir, ferry and taxi | 1 day 5h | IDR 1,662,555($110) | once daily | 1,388km (863 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 18h 45m | IDR 1,093,390($73) | hourly | 1,299km (807 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yogyakarta and Bengkulu
Airlines
Lion Mentari Airlines
Citilink Indonesia
Indonesia AirAsia
Batik Air
Garuda Indonesia
Train operators
Kereta API
Prambanan Ekspres
Ferry operators
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
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