How to travel from Bengkulu to Jayapura, Indonesia
The distance between Bengkulu and Jayapura is around 4,362km (2,711 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 7h 15m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Bengkulu to Jayapura by plane, taxi, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Jayapura → Bengkulu if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Jayapura (DJJ).
- Duration7h 15m
- Flight time6h 30m
- Typical costIDR 6,425,545($430)
Batik Air
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Taxi, Train and Ferry
Take a taxi to Kota Padang then take the train to Prabumulih and then to Tanjung Karang then take a ferry to Gambir Station and then to Jayapura.
- Duration7 days 16h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costIDR 2,396,475($160)
Multiple operators
Taxi, Train, Ferry and Car
Take a taxi to Kota Padang then take the train to Kertapati then take a ferry to Terminal Muntok then drive to Belinyu Port then take a ferry to Surabaya - Tanjung Perak Port and then to Jayapura.
- Duration12 days 11h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 2,920,700($195)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bengkulu and Jayapura
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Bengkulu to Jayapura by plane, taxi, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take a taxi, then take the train and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 2,396,475 ($160) and will take around 7 days 16h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 7h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 6,425,545 ($430).
The distance between Bengkulu and Jayapura is around 4,362km (2,711 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 4,239km (2,634 miles)
It takes around 7h 15m to get from Bengkulu and Jayapura by plane.
The quickest way to get from Bengkulu to Jayapura is to fly which takes around 7h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 6,425,545 ($430).
The cheapest way to travel between Bengkulu and Jayapura is to take a taxi, then take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 2,396,475 ($160) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Bengkulu and Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 7h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bengkulu and Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 7h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Bengkulu and Jayapura. Flights depart from Bengkulu (BKS) and arrive at Jayapura (DJJ) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 6h 30m.
There is no direct flight from Bengkulu to Jayapura. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 7h 15m (not including layover time).
The flight from Bengkulu to Jayapura typically takes around 6h 30m. Flights depart from Bengkulu (BKS) and and arrive into Jayapura (DJJ).
The closest major airport to Jayapura is Sentani Airport (DJJ) (DJJ) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Jayapura. Wamena Airport (WMX) (WMX) and Nop Goliath Airport (DEX) (DEX) 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 Bengkulu to Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 7h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bengkulu to Jayapura is to fly which takes, on average, 7h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 6,425,545 ($430).
Compare travel optionsbetween Bengkulu and Jayapura
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 7h 15m | IDR 6,425,545($430) | on demand | 4,362km (2,711 miles) |
| Taxi and Plane | 9h 15m | IDR 7,009,685($470) | on demand | 4,456km (2,769 miles) |
Taxi, Train and Ferry | 7 days 16h | IDR 2,396,475($160) | 3 times a week | 5,612km (3,487 miles) |
Taxi, Train, Ferry and Car | 12 days 11h | IDR 2,920,700($195) | once a week | 7,758km (4,820 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Bengkulu and Jayapura
Airlines
Batik Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
Garuda Indonesia
Train operators
Kereta API
Ferry operators
Damri
Pelni
Express Bahari
Airports near Jayapura
The following major airports near Jayapura offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
- Distance
- 21km (13 miles) from Jayapura
Wamena Airport (WMX)
- Distance
- 261km (162 miles) from Jayapura
Nop Goliath Airport (DEX)
- Distance
- 291km (181 miles) from Jayapura