Is there a direct flight?

No, you must fly to Surabaya first.

How to get to the station?

Taxis and ride-hailing apps are available in Surabaya.

Yes, it is a safe city for tourists.

What is the best train?

The Penataran or Malabar are excellent choices.

Driving is not possible due to the sea gap.

Palangka Raya

Blitar

Train Flight

Palangka Raya to Blitar

Updated: 28 May 2026

To travel from Palangka Raya to Blitar, fly from Tjilik Riwut Airport to Surabaya (SUB), then take a train from Gubeng Station to Blitar Station. The train journey takes about 4 to 5 hours. This is the most efficient route to reach the city. Total travel time is approximately 7 to 10 hours.

Total Distance: Driving distance is not applicable; straight-line air distance is approximately 850 km.

Fastest Way

Flight to Surabaya followed by an Executive class train, total time around 7 hours.

Cheapest Way

Flight to Surabaya followed by an Economy class train to Blitar, total cost around 1.7 million IDR.

Compare Palangka Raya to Blitar Routes

	Train Direct	Flight Direct
Duration	4.5 hours	1.5 hours
Avg Price	100,000 - 300,000 IDR	1,200,000 - 2,500,000 IDR
Operator	PT Kereta Api Indonesia	Lion Air / Citilink
Route	Gubeng Station - Blitar Station	PKY - SUB
Tip	The Penataran train is a budget-friendly option for this route.	Book your train ticket early as this route is popular.

Travel Tips

Train Booking
Use the KAI Access app for easy booking and seat selection.
Surabaya Transfer
Allow plenty of time for traffic when moving between the airport and the train station.
Food
Try the local 'Nasi Pecel', a famous spicy vegetable salad.
Transport
Use ride-hailing apps for convenient travel within the city.
Connectivity
Mobile data coverage is excellent in Blitar.