How to travel from Kendari to Bengkulu, Indonesia

The distance between Kendari and Bengkulu is around 2,334km (1,450 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 30m.

2 routes found

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

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Fly from Kendari (KDI) to Bengkulu (BKS).

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Flight time3h 55m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 3,849,335($255)
Operated by

Batik Air

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Ferry, Bus, Train and Taxi

Take a ferry to Bau-Bau and then to Surabaya then take the bus to Jakarta and then to Metro then take the train to Prabumulih and then to Tebing Tinggi/Empat Lawang then take a taxi to Bengkulu.

  • Duration3 days 23h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,486,340($165)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kendari and Bengkulu

There are several options for getting from Kendari to Bengkulu by plane, ferry, bus, train and taxi. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then take the bus, then take the train and then take a taxi which costs around IDR 2,486,340 ($165) and will take around 3 days 23h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,849,335 ($255).

The distance between Kendari and Bengkulu is around 2,334km (1,450 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,218km (1,378 miles)

It takes around 4h 30m to get from Kendari and Bengkulu by plane.

The quickest way to get from Kendari to Bengkulu is to fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx IDR 3,849,335 ($255).

The cheapest way to travel between Kendari and Bengkulu is to take a ferry, then take the bus, then take the train and then take a taxi which will typically cost around IDR 2,486,340 ($165) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Kendari and Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Kendari (KDI) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 4h 30m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kendari and Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Kendari (KDI) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 4h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kendari and Bengkulu. Flights depart from Kendari (KDI) and arrive at Bengkulu (BKS) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Kendari to Bengkulu. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kendari to Bengkulu typically takes around 3h 55m. Flights depart from Kendari (KDI) and and arrive into Bengkulu (BKS).

The closest major airport to Bengkulu is Fatmawati Soekarno Airport (BKS) (BKS) which is approximately 44km (27 miles) from Bengkulu. Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB) (DJB) and Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II International Airport (PLM) (PLM) 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 Kendari to Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Kendari (KDI) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 4h 30m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kendari to Bengkulu is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around IDR 3,849,335 ($255).

How do I get from Kendari to Bengkulu

Compare travel optionsbetween Kendari and Bengkulu

Transport options from Kendari to Bengkulu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 30m
IDR 3,849,335($255)
on demand2,334km (1,450 miles)
Ferry, Bus, Train and Taxi
3 days 23h
IDR 2,486,340($165)
twice a week3,116km (1,936 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Kendari and Bengkulu

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Airports near Bengkulu

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

BKS
Fatmawati Soekarno Airport (BKS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
44km (27 miles) from Bengkulu
DJB
Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
243km (151 miles) from Bengkulu
PLM
Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II International Airport (PLM)
International Airport
Distance
250km (155 miles) from Bengkulu