Bus & Travel Tickets to Batu

Batu is becoming a more popular travel destination in East Java. The city offers cool air, beautiful mountain scenery, and various attractions such as Jatim Park, Museum Angkut, as well as natural and modern recreational spots. Access to Batu is constantly improving, particularly with bus and shuttle services that make it easy to travel from various cities in Indonesia. You can find bus tickets to Batu on Traveloka, making trip planning to Batu City more practical and affordable.

Bus Routes to Batu

Popular bus routes to Batu include those from major cities in East Java, like Malang, Surabaya, and Mojokerto. For routes from outside East Java, passengers usually transit first in Malang since direct interprovince buses to Batu Terminal are not expected until mid-2025. Here are some routes connecting Batu with its surrounding areas:

• Malang – Batu: This route is most popular due to its proximity, about 20 km away. Access is available through Trans Jatim corridors and city transport or tourist shuttle buses from Hamid Rusdi Terminal and Landungsari Terminal to Batu Terminal.
• Surabaya – Batu: There are no direct buses from Surabaya to Batu. It's recommended to buy Surabaya – Malang bus tickets, then continue with a Trans Jatim bus or city transport from Hamid Rusdi or Landungsari Terminal to Batu.
• Mojokerto – Batu: Passengers can take a bus from Mojokerto to Arjosari Malang Terminal, continue to Landungsari Terminal, and from there use Trans Jatim or a shuttle bus to Batu.
• Batu Tourist Area Route: Within the city, there are tourist shuttle buses circulating from Batu terminal to various hotels, gift shops, and tourist attractions like Jatim Park 1-3, Museum Angkut, Batu City Square, Lippo Plaza, and Baloga.

Bus Schedule to Batu

Bus schedules to Batu from Malang and other cities adjust according to intercity bus arrival and Trans Jatim departure schedules. Here is the latest schedule information:

• Trans Jatim (Corridor Malang – Batu): Will start operating in October 2025. The main route is Hamid Rusdi Terminal (Malang), Landungsari Terminal, and Batu Terminal. Fifteen fleet units will operate regularly from morning to night, with departures every 15-30 minutes based on a return pattern.
• City of Batu Tourist Shuttle Bus: Operates during the holiday season, such as April 2-7, 2025, from 08:00 to 17:00 WIB with departure intervals every 90 minutes from hotels, eateries, gift shops, and major Batu attractions.
• City Transport from Malang to Batu: Operating hours are from morning to night, with schedules that can be directly checked at the departure terminals in Hamid Rusdi, Landungsari, or Arjosari.

Passengers from Surabaya and Mojokerto are advised to adjust to available bus schedules to Malang from 05:00 until afternoon, then continue with Trans Jatim or city transport/shuttle to Batu.

Bus Options and Travel from Batu to various destinations

You can check bus ticket availability to Batu directly on Traveloka. As of July 2025, direct services from several cities to Batu are not available, so trips generally transit through Malang. Here is the mapping of the transit route options and bus service providers whose tickets can be found on Traveloka:

• Route Surabaya/Mojokerto – Malang – Batu: Passengers can buy bus tickets from Surabaya to Malang (PO Eka, PO Mira, PO Sugeng Rahayu), get off at Hamid Rusdi or Arjosari Terminal. Continue to Landungsari Terminal with city transport or an online motorcycle taxi, then board Trans Jatim corridor 1 to Batu Terminal. From here, connect to destinations in Batu with the tourist shuttle bus during operational periods.
• Direct Malang – Batu: If arriving from Malang, just wait for the Trans Jatim bus from Hamid Rusdi/Landungsari or use small buses/city transports heading to Batu Terminal.

Available Bus Operators on Traveloka

• PO Eka: Serves the Surabaya – Malang route. Executive and business class buses with AC, USB chargers, and comfortable seating. Ticket prices start from Rp50,000-Rp90,000 depending on class and departure schedule. Passengers often choose PO Eka due to their almost hourly departures. For trips to Batu, PO Eka is a primary choice to reach Malang before continuing to Batu with feeder fleets/Trans Jatim or tourist shuttle buses. Make sure to check the schedule on Traveloka for efficient transit in Malang.
• PO Sugeng Rahayu: Known well on the Surabaya – Malang route with executive/AC bus fleets. Ticket fares from Surabaya to Malang start at around Rp55,000. Transit route options adjust directly to Malang terminals connected to Trans Jatim to Batu. PO Sugeng Rahayu is renowned for maintaining departure punctuality and is often chosen to catch connections to Batu without having to stay overnight in Malang. Transit journeys can continue with Trans Jatim buses to Batu after transiting at Landungsari or Hamid Rusdi Terminal. Tickets can be easily purchased directly through Traveloka according to the required schedule and seat types available.

Passengers arriving in Malang are highly advised to take the Trans Jatim bus directly to Batu for comfort, time efficiency, and ensured fares.

Sleeper Bus to Batu

Until mid-2025, there are no sleeper bus services offering direct routes to Batu from Surabaya, Jakarta, or other major cities. Generally, sleeper buses only serve long-distance intercity routes to Malang, not Batu. Sleeper bus options are available for the Jakarta – Malang or Surabaya – Malang route through Traveloka, then continue your journey to Batu using Trans Jatim, shuttles, or city transport. If you prioritize maximum comfort, choose a sleeper bus to Malang as the main route, then continue to Batu using available transit options at Malang or Landungsari terminal.

Double-Decker Bus to Batu

Double-decker bus service is not available for routes to Batu. These buses generally serve the Jakarta–Surabaya–Malang route, with Malang typically as the endpoint. After arriving in Malang, your journey to Batu continues with Trans Jatim, tourist shuttle buses, or city transport. If you wish to experience a double-decker bus, book a ticket to Malang through Traveloka and connect with local services to Batu. For direct efficiency to Batu City, you might opt for executive or medium bus types integrated with inter-terminal routes in Greater Malang.

Executive Bus to Batu

Executive buses are the most popular choice for trips to Malang from major cities like Surabaya, Mojokerto, or Kediri. Major operators available on Traveloka include:

• PO Eka (Executive): Focuses on the Surabaya–Malang route with regular daily departures. This bus offers AC facilities, reclining seats, and sometimes light snacks in the executive class. From Malang, continue to Batu with Trans Jatim or shuttle.
• PO Sugeng Rahayu (Executive): Available executive class with competitive fares. Passengers usually get off at Hamid Rusdi or Arjosari and then transit to Batu.
• PO Mira (Business/Executive): Serves the Mojokerto–Malang and Surabaya–Malang routes. The subsequent journey to Batu is via Trans Jatim or city transport.

All these operators allow ticket purchases with various schedule options on Traveloka. Adjust your departure time with the Trans Jatim or shuttle schedule in Malang to ensure a comfortable trip to Batu.

Tourist Bus Rental to Batu

For large groups, schools, or companies planning a tour to Batu, it's advisable to rent a tourist bus. From cities such as Surabaya, Sidoarjo, Malang, Gresik, and Lamongan, you can contact major operators in East Java like Gunung Harta, Bagong, or Pandawa 87. However, tourist bus rentals are currently arranged by directly contacting the operator as online booking is not yet available on Traveloka.

List of Bus Terminals in Batu

The Batu area has several main facilities that serve as stopping points for intercity buses, tourist shuttles, and city transport, including:

• Batu Terminal: The main arrival and departure point for Trans Jatim buses and city tourist shuttles. This terminal is also the primary hub for transit to various destinations within Batu City.
• Pendem Bus Stop: A stopping point for Trans Jatim buses in the southern region of Batu City, facilitating access from Malang to Batu via the southern route.
• In front of Jatim Park 3 Bus Stop: Serves tourist shuttle buses and Trans Jatim fleets. Located in the integrated tourist area of Jatim Park 3, it's strategic for tourists staying or visiting nearby attractions.
• In front of SMPN 3 Batu Bus Stop: Located in a strategic area on the main entrance route to Batu City on Jalan Ir Soekarno, it serves as a checkpoint for tourist shuttle and Trans Jatim passengers.

Book Bus Tickets to Batu on Traveloka

Booking bus tickets to Batu is much easier, safer, and more convenient on Traveloka. Route options, schedules, and various types of executive buses from various cities can be accessed directly through Traveloka's app or website. The easy booking system, complete payment options, and e-ticket notifications make your trip to Batu more comfortable. Always check the availability of direct routes or transit options to Batu on Traveloka so your travel plans remain efficient. Enjoy the convenience of finding and purchasing the best bus tickets to Batu only on Traveloka, your trusted travel solution to a prime tourist destination in East Java.