City in East Java, Indonesia
Getting around Malang
How to get around Malang
Gojek, Grab and Maxim cover the city; angkot are cheap but slow. Trains from Surabaya and Jakarta stop at Malang Kota Baru.
Ways to get around Malang
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Gojek / Grab bike or car | About 15,000–40,000 IDR in town | Cheapest and fastest in traffic |
| Angkot (shared minivans) | About 4,000–8,000 IDR | Colour-coded routes; tell the driver your stop |
| Train from Surabaya | About 60,000–150,000 IDR | 2–2.5 h; Malang Kota Baru station, central location |
| Becak (pedicab) | About 15,000–30,000 IDR | Short rides only; agree the price first |
Ride-hailing apps in Malang
A 5 km ride costs about Rp15,000–35,000 ($0.8–2.0).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Gojek | Most drivers; bike and car rides |
| Grab | Reliable cars and airport pickups |
| Maxim | Often cheaper; fewer drivers at peak times |
- Apps are easiest; some pickup zones are restricted at stations and malls. Becak and angkot need fares agreed first.
Arriving in Malang
Abdul Rachman Saleh (MLG)
About 15 km; Grab or taxi to the center about 80,000–150,000 IDR, 30–40 min; limited flights, mostly to Jakarta.
Surabaya Juanda (via Surabaya) (SUB)
Shuttle bus or private car to Malang about 100,000–150,000 IDR by bus, 2.5–3 h; trains from Surabaya Gubeng.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentals about 70,000–100,000 IDR a day; useful for Batu and waterfalls but traffic is heavy.
- Driving: on the left. Bring an IDP plus your home licence with the motorcycle category; Bali police fine unlicensed scooter riders at checkpoints.
- Onward travel in Indonesia: Fly between islands (Garuda, Lion Air, Citilink, AirAsia); trains run the length of Java; ferries and fast boats link Bali, Lombok and the Gilis. Allow for delays.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Malang?
No. Use Gojek, Grab, Maxim instead.
What's the best way to get around Malang?
Gojek, Grab and Maxim cover the city; angkot are cheap but slow. Trains from Surabaya and Jakarta stop at Malang Kota Baru.
How do I get from the airport to Malang?
About 15 km; Grab or taxi to the center about 80,000–150,000 IDR, 30–40 min; limited flights, mostly to Jakarta.
Is Malang walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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