How to travel from Bima to Makassar, Indonesia

The distance between Bima and Makassar is around 380km (236 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Bima to Makassar by plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Bima (BMU) to Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time2h 35m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,441,405($165)
Operated by

Wings Air

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1 similiar route

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ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Makassar.

  • Duration20hrs
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 179,735($12)
Operated by

Pelni

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bima and Makassar

There are several options for getting from Bima to Makassar by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 179,735 ($12) and will take around 20hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,441,405 ($165).

The distance between Bima and Makassar is around 380km (236 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 390km (242 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Bima and Makassar by plane.

The quickest way to get from Bima to Makassar is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx IDR 2,441,405 ($165).

The cheapest way to travel between Bima and Makassar is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 179,735 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Bima and Makassar. We recommend that you fly from Bima (BMU) to Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). instead which will take 3hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bima and Makassar. We recommend that you fly from Bima (BMU) to Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). instead which will take 3hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Bima and Makassar. The ferry typically takes around 20hrs and departs twice a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Bima and Makassar. Ferries run twice a week and take around 20hrs on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bima and Makassar. Flights depart from Bima (BMU) and arrive at Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) - via Ngurah Rai (DPS). The flight takes around 2h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Bima to Makassar. There is however a flight that goes via Ngurah Rai (DPS). This services will take at least 3hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Bima to Makassar typically takes around 2h 35m. Flights depart from Bima (BMU) and and arrive into Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG).

The closest major airport to Makassar is Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) (UPG) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Makassar. Tampa Padang Airport (MJU) (MJU) and Baubau Airport (BUW) (BUW) 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 Bima to Makassar. We recommend that you fly from Bima (BMU) to Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). instead which will take 3hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bima to Makassar is to fly which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around IDR 2,441,405 ($165).

How do I get from Bima to Makassar

Compare travel optionsbetween Bima and Makassar

Transport options from Bima to Makassar
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3hrs
IDR 2,441,405($165)
on demand1,052km (654 miles)
Ferry and Plane13hrs
IDR 2,815,855($190)
twice a week1,751km (1,088 miles)
Ferry
20hrs
IDR 179,735($12)
twice a week380km (236 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Bima and Makassar

Airlines

Ferry operators

Airports near Makassar

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

UPG
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
International Airport
Distance
16km (10 miles) from Makassar
MJU
Tampa Padang Airport (MJU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
286km (178 miles) from Makassar
BUW
Baubau Airport (BUW)
Domestic Airport
Distance
352km (219 miles) from Makassar