Is there a direct flight?

Yes, there are daily direct flights from Lombok to Surabaya.

How long is the train?

The train from Banyuwangi to Surabaya takes about 6-7 hours.

Yes, Surabaya is a major city and generally safe.

Yes, you must take a ferry to reach Java from Bali/Lombok.

What is the best way?

Flying is the most efficient and recommended method.

Surabaya

Train Flight

Jerowaru to Surabaya

Updated: 28 May 2026

Traveling from Jerowaru to Surabaya, the second-largest city in Indonesia, is best done by air. You can fly from Lombok International Airport (LOP) to Juanda International Airport (SUB) in Surabaya, which takes about 1 hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus to Lembar Port, a ferry to Padang Bai, a bus to Banyuwangi, and then a train to Surabaya. This land-sea route is significantly longer, taking over 20 hours. Surabaya is a major industrial and commercial hub in East Java.

Total Distance: 500 km (via land/sea), 450 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Direct flight from Lombok International Airport taking 1 hour.

Cheapest Way

Bus and train combination for approximately IDR 400,000.

Compare Jerowaru to Surabaya Routes

	Train Connecting	Flight Direct
Duration	24 hours	1 hour
Avg Price	IDR 300,000 - 500,000	IDR 900,000 - 1,500,000
Operator	KAI	Citilink
Route	Lombok - Ferry - Banyuwangi - Surabaya (via Probowangi Train).	Lombok International Airport (LOP) to Juanda (SUB).
Tip	Requires multiple transfers; only for adventurous travelers.	Direct flights are available daily.

Travel Tips

Airport Access
Juanda Airport is located outside the city; use the Damri bus or taxi.
Train Booking
Book train tickets via the KAI Access app in advance.
Traffic
Surabaya traffic can be intense; allow extra time for transfers.
Connectivity
Free Wi-Fi is available in most malls and cafes.
Language
Javanese is widely spoken, but Indonesian is understood everywhere.