Major city · Indonesia
Tuban
Spend a half‑day on the beach and a half‑day visiting Akbar Cave and the local museums; one night in a budget hotel is enough.
Tuban is a small East Java town with a historic port, easy beach access and a few modest museums. Its sights cluster near the centre, so a single overnight stay covers the highlights.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Nov–Mar (rainy season)
- Airport
- SUB
- Nights
- 1
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- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Indonesia ↗Buy the visa on arrival or e-visa only on the official Immigration portal; lookalike sites charge extra.
- Indonesia ↗Complete the All Indonesia digital arrival and customs form before landing; it is free.
- Indonesia ↗Foreign visitors to Bali pay a one-off tourist levy; keep the payment proof on your phone.
- Indonesia ↗Riding a motorbike needs a valid licence that covers motorbikes (an international permit alongside your own) and a helmet; check your insurance covers it.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Tuban110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tuban, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
- SafetyTuban is generally safe; petty theft can occur in crowded markets – keep valuables close.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 118/119 fire/ambulance · 112 General (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBali shuts completely for Nyepi; government offices close Friday midday for prayer; Lebaran slows the country for two weeks.Indonesia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSUB Juanda International Airport (Surabaya) (Bus or train about 2 h to Tuban).
- Getting aroundMotorbike rental is most flexible; local buses connect the town to Surabaya and nearby regencies.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (warung)Rp10,000–15,000
- Street or quick mealStreet snack (kripik gayam)Rp5,000–8,000
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket Surabaya‑TubanRp50,000–80,000
- Budget bedBudget hotel or hostel, a night, per personRp350,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp70,000 · Mid Rp150,000 · High Rp300,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SUB Juanda International Airport (Surabaya) (Bus or train about 2 h to Tuban)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest May (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Mar (13 rain days), driest Jun (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tuban: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
6 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
5 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
5 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
5 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
6 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Motorbike rental is most flexible; local buses connect the town to Surabaya and nearby regencies. Taxis are available but negotiate fare.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Bojonegoro
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h 30 min
Bus from Tuban bus terminal, about 1 h
Small town with a historic market.
Lamongan
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h
Train from Tuban station, about 45 min
Coastal town, good for a quick beach stop.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
favehotel Tuban
Budget hotel, city & beach views, free Wi‑Fi, breakfast; price from Rp316,255
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Rp70,000–120,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp120,000–250,000 excl. bed
- High
- Rp250,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel or hostel2 × 1 night × Rp450,000 | Rp900,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × Rp150,000 | Rp300,000 |
| Bus round‑trip Surabaya–Tuban2 × Rp120,000 · check | Rp240,000 |
| Motorbike rental, 2 days2 × Rp80,000 · check | Rp160,000 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × Rp150,000 · check | Rp300,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp190,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp1,045,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp2,090,000≈ US$130 |
2026 estimate in rupiah; flights and long‑distance train not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (warung) | Rp10,000–15,000 |
| Street snack (kripik gayam) | Rp5,000–8,000 |
| Batik Gedog shirt | Rp120,000–250,000 |
| Motorbike rental per day | Rp70,000–120,000 |
| Bus ticket Surabaya‑Tuban | Rp50,000–80,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads can be busy during market days; allow extra travel time.
- Museum opening hours may change; check before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire/ambulance
- 118/119
- General
- 112
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire/ambulance118/119
- General112
Embassy
US Consulate in Surabaya (check address); other embassies in Jakarta.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Surabaya → Tuban bus: about Rp70,000, 2 h (check)
- Motorbike rental (daily): Rp80,000–120,000
Say or show
- Maaf — Excuse me / Sorry (ma‑faf)
- Terima kasih — Thank you (tə‑ri‑ma ka‑siʔ)
- Berapa harganya? — How much? (bə‑ra‑pa har‑ga‑nya)
- Di mana toilet? — Where is the toilet? (di ma‑na to‑i‑let)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tuban. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Nov–Mar (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a motorbike rental guide for flexible beach access.
- Create a detailed map of the Great Post Road attractions.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Tuban
- secondaryWikivoyage: Tuban, revision 5182356 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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