Is there a direct flight?

No, you must fly to Jakarta first.

How to get to the station?

Taxis and ride-hailing apps are available in Jakarta.

Yes, it is a safe city for tourists.

What is the best train?

The Purwojaya or Argo Lawu are excellent choices.

Driving is not possible due to the sea gap.

Palangka Raya

Purwokerto

Train Flight

Palangka Raya to Purwokerto

Updated: 28 May 2026

To travel from Palangka Raya to Purwokerto, fly from Tjilik Riwut Airport to Jakarta, then take a train from Pasar Senen or Gambir Station to Purwokerto Station. The train journey takes about 5 to 6 hours. This is a very popular route for travelers heading to the Baturraden highlands. Total travel time is approximately 8 to 11 hours.

Total Distance: Driving distance is not applicable; straight-line air distance is approximately 1,000 km.

Fastest Way

Flight to Jakarta followed by an Executive class train, total time around 8 hours.

Cheapest Way

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

Compare Palangka Raya to Purwokerto Routes

	Train Direct	Flight Direct
Duration	6 hours	2 hours
Avg Price	200,000 - 450,000 IDR	1,200,000 - 2,500,000 IDR
Operator	PT Kereta Api Indonesia	Lion Air / Citilink
Route	Pasar Senen/Gambir - Purwokerto Station	PKY - CGK
Tip	The Purwojaya train is a comfortable option for this route.	Book your train ticket well in advance for the best seats.

Travel Tips

Train Booking
Use the KAI Access app for easy booking and seat selection.
Jakarta Transfer
Allow plenty of time for traffic when moving between the airport and the train station.
Food
Try the local 'Mendoan', a delicious fried tempeh snack.
Transport
Use ride-hailing apps for convenient travel within the city.
Connectivity
Mobile data coverage is excellent in Purwokerto.