How to travel from Canggu to Tarakan, Indonesia

The distance between Canggu and Tarakan is around 1,613km (1,002 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Canggu to Tarakan by plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Tarakan (TRK).

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Flight time3h 10m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 3,699,555($245)
Operated by

Lion Mentari Airlines

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Raha then Torobulu and then to Tarakan.

  • Duration5 days 1h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 748,900($50)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Canggu and Tarakan

There are several options for getting from Canggu to Tarakan by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 748,900 ($50) and will take around 5 days 1h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,699,555 ($245).

The distance between Canggu and Tarakan is around 1,613km (1,002 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,327km (824 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Canggu and Tarakan by plane.

The quickest way to get from Canggu to Tarakan is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx IDR 3,699,555 ($245).

The cheapest way to travel between Canggu and Tarakan is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 748,900 ($50) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Canggu and Tarakan. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Tarakan (TRK). instead which will take 3h 35m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Canggu and Tarakan. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Tarakan (TRK). instead which will take 3h 35m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Canggu and Tarakan. The ferry typically takes around 5 days 1h and departs once a week.

Pelni and ASDP Indonesia Ferry run the ferry services between Canggu and Tarakan. Ferries run once a week and take around 5 days 1h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Canggu and Tarakan. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and arrive at Tarakan (TRK) - via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). The flight takes around 3h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Canggu to Tarakan. There is however a flight that goes via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Canggu to Tarakan typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and and arrive into Tarakan (TRK).

The closest major airport to Tarakan is Juwata International Airport (TRK) (TRK) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Tarakan. Kalimarau Airport (BEJ) (BEJ) and Samarinda International Airport (AAP) (AAP) 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 Canggu to Tarakan. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Tarakan (TRK). instead which will take 3h 35m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Canggu to Tarakan is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around IDR 3,699,555 ($245).

How do I get from Canggu to Tarakan

Compare travel optionsbetween Canggu and Tarakan

Transport options from Canggu to Tarakan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 35m
IDR 3,699,555($245)
on demand1,613km (1,002 miles)
Ferry
5 days 1h
IDR 748,900($50)
once a week3,361km (2,089 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Canggu and Tarakan

Airlines

Ferry operators

Airports near Tarakan

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

TRK
Juwata International Airport (TRK)
International Airport
Distance
4km (2 miles) from Tarakan
BEJ
Kalimarau Airport (BEJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
133km (83 miles) from Tarakan
AAP
Samarinda International Airport (AAP)
International Airport
Distance
415km (258 miles) from Tarakan