How to travel from Bandung to Ambon Island, Indonesia

The distance between Bandung and Ambon Island is around 2,621km (1,629 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 7h 45m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Bandung to Ambon Island by plane, train, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Ambon IslandBandung if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Husein Sastranegara (BDO) to Ambon (AMQ).

  • Duration8h 35m
  • Flight time8h 10m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 7,084,575($475)
Operated by

Citilink Indonesia

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1 similiar route

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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Jl.Blora and then to Surabaya Kota then take a ferry to Namlea and then to Galala.

  • Duration3 days 16h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,123,345($75)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train and Ferry

Take the train to Gubeng then take a ferry to Namlea and then to Galala.

  • Duration3 days 12h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 898,675($60)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bandung and Ambon Island

There are several options for getting from Bandung to Ambon Island by plane, train, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 838,765 ($56) and will take around 3 days 23h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 7h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,669,600 ($245).

The distance between Bandung and Ambon Island is around 2,621km (1,629 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,296km (1,427 miles)

It takes around 8h 35m to get from Bandung and Ambon Island by plane.

The quickest way to get from Bandung to Ambon Island is to take the train and then fly which takes around 7h 45m and will set you back approx IDR 3,669,600 ($245).

The cheapest way to travel between Bandung and Ambon Island is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 838,765 ($56) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Bandung and Ambon Island. We recommend that you take the train to Jakarta Gambir then fly from Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 7h 45m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bandung and Ambon Island. We recommend that you take the train to Jakarta Gambir then fly from Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 7h 45m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bandung and Ambon Island. Flights depart from Husein Sastranegara (BDO) and arrive at Ambon (AMQ) - via Kuala Namu (KNO). The flight takes around 8h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Bandung to Ambon Island. There is however a flight that goes via Kuala Namu (KNO) and Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 8h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Bandung to Ambon Island typically takes around 8h 10m. Flights depart from Husein Sastranegara (BDO) and and arrive into Ambon (AMQ).

The closest major airport to Ambon Island is Pattimura Airport (AMQ) (AMQ) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Ambon Island. Namlea Airport (NAM) (NAM) and Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) (MDC) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Bandung to Ambon Island. We recommend that you fly from Husein Sastranegara (BDO) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 8h 35m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bandung to Ambon Island is to fly which takes, on average, 8h 35m and will usually cost around IDR 7,084,575 ($475).

How do I get from Bandung to Ambon Island

Compare travel optionsbetween Bandung and Ambon Island

Transport options from Bandung to Ambon Island
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
8h 35m
IDR 7,084,575($475)
on demand5,322km (3,307 miles)
Train and Plane7h 45m
IDR 3,669,600($245)
twice daily2,621km (1,629 miles)
Bus and Ferry
3 days 16h
IDR 1,123,345($75)
once a week2,973km (1,847 miles)
Train and Ferry + 1 similar
3 days 12h
IDR 898,675($60)
once a week2,731km (1,697 miles)
Train to Gubeng, Ferry3 days 23h
IDR 838,765($56)
once a week2,706km (1,681 miles)

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Airports near Ambon Island

The following major airports near Ambon Island offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.

AMQ
Pattimura Airport (AMQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Ambon Island
NAM
Namlea Airport (NAM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
118km (73 miles) from Ambon Island
MDC
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
International Airport
Distance
675km (419 miles) from Ambon Island