From Yogyakarta, it takes around 1.5 to 2 hours to drive to Surakarta. Travel time can vary depending on traffic. Weekdays during peak hours can be congested, and weekends may take longer as locals move between Yogyakarta and Surakarta. Driving can feel like a race, with cars moving quickly through traffic, so it’s best to sit back and stay relaxed (YOGYAKARTA THINGS TO DO).
Riding a Bajaj
Once in Surakarta, unless traveling in a hired car or van, one must-try
experience is riding a bajaj. A bajaj is a three-wheeled motorized vehicle
commonly used as a taxi in Indonesia. It usually carries 2–3 passengers, is
smaller and cheaper than a car, and is ideal for short rides and getting
through narrow or busy streets. Bajaj drivers are skilled at manoeuvring
through traffic and can reach sightseeing spots within time.
