Travel Guide: How to Get to Banyuwangi from Jakarta, Surabaya, Yogyakarta, Malang, and Bali

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Banyuwangi is the eastern gateway of Java Island, offering stunning natural attractions such as Ijen Crater, Red Island Beach, Green Island, and Alas Purwo National Park. Here’s a complete and easy-to-follow guide on how to get to Banyuwangi from five major cities: Jakarta, Surabaya, Yogyakarta, Malang, and Bali.

From Jakarta to Banyuwangi

Transport Options:

• Flight: Direct flights (~1.5 hours) from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Banyuwangi Airport (BWX). Starting in 2025, Super Jet airline also serves this route.

• Train: Now available is the Blambangan Express, a direct train from Pasar Senen Station (Jakarta) to Banyuwangi Kota Station. This train offers Executive and New Generation Economy Class by the Ministry of Transportation. Travel time is approximately 15 hours.

• Bus: Several long-distance bus companies operate this route, such as Sinarjaya, Gunung Harta, and Pandawa Handoko. Travel time is around 20 hour.

From Surabaya to Banyuwangi

Transport Options:

• Train: Daily economy-class trains like Probowangi and Sri Tanjung are available. Other options include Mutiara Timur, Blambangan Express, Logawa, and Wijayakusuma. The journey takes about 6–7 hours.

• Bus: A wide range of economy and executive buses run from Bungurasih Terminal (Surabaya) to Banyuwangi Terminal. Estimated time: 7–8 hours.

• Private Car: Via the Trans-Java Toll Road and Pantura coastal route. Approx. 300 km, 6–7 hours drive.

From Yogyakarta to Banyuwangi

Transport Options:

• Train: Direct trains like Sri Tanjung, Logawa, and Wijayakusuma depart from Yogyakarta and Lempuyangan stations to Banyuwangi Kota. Estimated travel time is around 14 hours.

• Flight: No direct flights available.

• Bus: You can take intercity buses such as Akas or Mila Sejahtera on the route Yogyakarta – Jember – Banyuwangi.

From Malang to Banyuwangi

Transport Options:

• Train: There are direct trains available such as Ijen Express and Tawang Alun.

• Bus: Direct buses from Arjosari Terminal (Malang) to Banyuwangi take about 7–8 hours.

• Travel Shuttle: The route via Malang – Lumajang – Jember – Banyuwangi is scenic and pleasant for road trips.

From Bali to Banyuwangi

Transport Options:

• Ferry + Bus/Car: From Mengwi Terminal (Bali), take a bus to Gilimanuk Port—usually we recommend the “Sehati” bus with fares ranging from IDR 50,000–65,000. Then take a ferry (30–45 minutes) to Ketapang Port (Banyuwangi). Total travel time: 4–6 hours.

• Travel Shuttle: Many daily travel services from Denpasar to Banyuwangi are available—convenient and affordable.

• Fast Boat: The Bahari Express fast boat connects Sarangan Island Port (Bali) to Boom Beach Port (Banyuwangi) in about 3 hours.

We hope this travel guide helps you plan your trip to Banyuwangi with ease!