Surabaya is a modern city with high historical value. The reason is, this area was once a battleground to defend Indonesia's independence. In addition, Surabaya has many ancient relics and strong traditions.
You can visit Surabaya by taking a bus from Solo. The following are things to remember when traveling Solo Surabaya.
- The distance from Solo to Surabaya is about 268 kilometers if it is taken via toll roads. The duration of the trip is approximately 3-4 hours. In addition, you can also go by national roads with a trip duration of 6-7 hours.
- Solo Surabaya bus ticket rates start from IDR 50,000-90,000.
- The Solo-Surabaya bus route operates from 06.00 WIB. If you want to leave at night, you can choose a schedule at 20.00 WIB.
- Currently, there are 6 bus operators serving the Solo-Surabaya route with more than 30 fleets.
- Several buses that have received high ratings from passengers are Medali Mas (4.36), Sugeng Rahayu (4.28), and Eka (4.27).
- The departure point in Solo is located at Pabelan. Meanwhile, the drop points in Surabaya are in three locations, namely Perak, Jalan Hang Tuah, and the City of Surabaya.
- Surabaya is synonymous with tourist attractions based on local wisdom. As a recommendation, you can visit the attractions closest to the city, such as Mangrove Ecotourism, Keputih Harmoni Park, Submarine Monument, and De Mata Trick Eye Museum.
- Culinary in Surabaya is synonymous with spicy, salty, and sweet flavors. You can come to Sego Sambel Mak Yeye, Soto Madura Tapak Siring, Lontong Balap Garuda Pak Gendut, and Soto Klopo Ondomohen Bu Asih.
- Surabaya is one of the areas that must implement the Enforcement of Micro-based Community Activity Restrictions (PPKM Mikro). PPKM implementation starts from February 9-22, 2021. Throughout PPKM Mikro, community activities and business operating hours are limited.
- The Surabaya City Government also imposes 75% work from home for agencies. In addition, every foreigner who enters Surabaya is required to be tested for Covid-19 and undergo a 14-day quarantine.
- Strict health protocols are implemented for the Solo Surabaya travel route. Every passenger is required to wear a mask and gloves, wash hands, keep a distance, and check body temperature.
