How to travel from Bengkulu to Manokwari, Indonesia
The distance between Bengkulu and Manokwari is around 3,659km (2,274 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 35m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Bengkulu to Manokwari 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 Manokwari → Bengkulu if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Manokwari (MKW).
- Duration6h 35m
- Flight time6h 20m
- Typical costIDR 5,392,065($360)
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 Manokwari.
- Duration6 days 1h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical costIDR 2,156,825($145)
Multiple operators
Taxi, Train, Ferry and Car
Take a taxi to Tebing Tinggi/Empat Lawang then take the train to Kertapati then take a ferry to Terminal Muntok then drive to Belinyu Port then take a ferry to Tanjung Priok then Namlea and then to Manokwari.
- Duration6 days 18h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 2,561,230($170)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bengkulu and Manokwari
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Bengkulu to Manokwari 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 2,156,825 ($145) and will take around 6 days 1h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 5,392,065 ($360).
The distance between Bengkulu and Manokwari is around 3,659km (2,274 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,517km (2,185 miles)
It takes around 6h 35m to get from Bengkulu and Manokwari by plane.
The quickest way to get from Bengkulu to Manokwari is to fly which takes around 6h 35m and will set you back approx IDR 5,392,065 ($360).
The cheapest way to travel between Bengkulu and Manokwari is to take a taxi, then take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 2,156,825 ($145) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Bengkulu and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 6h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bengkulu and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 6h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Bengkulu and Manokwari. Flights depart from Bengkulu (BKS) and arrive at Manokwari (MKW) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 6h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Bengkulu to Manokwari. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and Sorong (SOQ). This services will take at least 6h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Bengkulu to Manokwari typically takes around 6h 20m. Flights depart from Bengkulu (BKS) and and arrive into Manokwari (MKW).
The closest major airport to Manokwari is Rendani Airport (MKW) (MKW) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Manokwari. Frans Kaisiepo Airport (BIK) (BIK) and Sentani Airport (DJJ) (DJJ) 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 Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Bengkulu (BKS) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 6h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bengkulu to Manokwari is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 35m and will usually cost around IDR 5,392,065 ($360).
Compare travel optionsbetween Bengkulu and Manokwari
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 6h 35m | IDR 5,392,065($360) | on demand | 3,659km (2,274 miles) |
| Taxi and Plane | 8h 35m | IDR 5,976,205($400) | on demand | 3,753km (2,332 miles) |
Taxi, Train and Ferry | 6 days 1h | IDR 2,156,825($145) | twice a week | 4,450km (2,765 miles) |
Taxi, Train, Ferry and Car | 6 days 18h | IDR 2,561,230($170) | once a week | 4,887km (3,036 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Bengkulu and Manokwari
Airlines
Batik Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Garuda Indonesia
Ferry operators
Damri
Pelni
Express Bahari
Train operators
Kereta API
Airports near Manokwari
The following major airports near Manokwari offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Rendani Airport (MKW)
- Distance
- 4km (3 miles) from Manokwari
Frans Kaisiepo Airport (BIK)
- Distance
- 229km (142 miles) from Manokwari
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
- Distance
- 740km (460 miles) from Manokwari