How to travel from Bogor to Balikpapan, Indonesia
The distance between Bogor and Balikpapan is around 1,365km (848 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 60m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Bogor to Balikpapan by train, plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Balikpapan → Bogor if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Jakarta Halim Perdana Kusuma (HLP) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN).
- Duration4h 60m
- Flight time3h 35m
- Typical costIDR 3,594,710($240)
Citilink Indonesia
+ 2 others1 similiar route
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Surabaya Kota then take a ferry to Balikpapan.
- Duration1 day 18h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 823,790($55)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Gambir Central and then to Surabaya Pasar Turi then take a ferry to Balikpapan.
- Duration1 day 14h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 644,050($43)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bogor and Balikpapan
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Bogor to Balikpapan by train, plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 599,120 ($40) and will take around 2 days 16h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,594,710 ($240).
The distance between Bogor and Balikpapan is around 1,365km (848 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,265km (786 miles)
It takes around 5hrs to get from Bogor and Balikpapan by train and plane.
The quickest way to get from Bogor to Balikpapan is to fly which takes around 4h 60m and will set you back approx IDR 3,594,710 ($240).
The cheapest way to travel between Bogor and Balikpapan is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 599,120 ($40) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Bogor and Balikpapan. We recommend that you fly from Jakarta Halim Perdana Kusuma (HLP) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN). instead which will take 4h 60m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bogor and Balikpapan. We recommend that you fly from Jakarta Halim Perdana Kusuma (HLP) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN). instead which will take 4h 60m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Bogor and Balikpapan. Flights depart from Jakarta Halim Perdana Kusuma (HLP) and arrive at Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN) - via Ngurah Rai (DPS). The flight takes around 3h 35m.
There is no direct flight from Bogor to Balikpapan. There is however a flight that goes via Ngurah Rai (DPS). This services will take at least 4h 60m (not including layover time).
The flight from Bogor to Balikpapan typically takes around 3h 35m. Flights depart from Jakarta Halim Perdana Kusuma (HLP) and and arrive into Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN).
The closest major airport to Balikpapan is Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) (BPN) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Balikpapan. Samarinda International Airport (AAP) (AAP) and Gusti Syamsir Alam Airport (KBU) (KBU) 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 Bogor to Balikpapan. We recommend that you take the train to Gambir Central then fly from Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN). instead which will take 5hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bogor to Balikpapan is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around IDR 2,711,010 ($180).
Compare travel optionsbetween Bogor and Balikpapan
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 4h 60m | IDR 3,594,710($240) | hourly | 1,866km (1,160 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5hrs | IDR 2,711,010($180) | every 15 mins | 1,365km (848 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 18h | IDR 823,790($55) | once a week | 1,987km (1,235 miles) |
| Bus to Kudus, ferry | 2 days 2h | IDR 733,920($49) | once a week | 1,934km (1,202 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 14h | IDR 644,050($43) | once a week | 1,906km (1,184 miles) |
| Train to Jakarta Kota, ferry | 2 days 16h | IDR 599,120($40) | once a week | 1,852km (1,151 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Bogor and Balikpapan
Airlines
Lion Mentari Airlines
Super Air Jet
Garuda Indonesia
Batik Air
Citilink Indonesia
Train operators
Commuter Line
Kereta API
Ferry operators
Pelni
Bus companies
Nusantara
Airports near Balikpapan
The following major airports near Balikpapan offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Balikpapan
Samarinda International Airport (AAP)
- Distance
- 106km (66 miles) from Balikpapan
Gusti Syamsir Alam Airport (KBU)
- Distance
- 241km (150 miles) from Balikpapan