How to travel from Makassar to Bengkulu, Indonesia

The distance between Makassar and Bengkulu is around 2,003km (1,245 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4hrs.

2 routes found

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

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

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Fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Bengkulu (BKS).

  • Duration4hrs
  • Flight time3h 35m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,171,805($145)
Operated by

Lion Mentari Airlines

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Ferry, Train and Taxi

Take a ferry to Surabaya then take the train to Jakarta Gambir then take a ferry to Bandar Lampung then take the train to Baturaja then take a taxi to Lahat then take the train to Tebing Tinggi/Empat Lawang then take a taxi to Bengkulu.

  • Duration2 days 8h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,965,635($200)
Operated by

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Makassar and Bengkulu

There are several options for getting from Makassar to Bengkulu by plane, ferry, train and taxi. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around IDR 2,171,805 ($145) and will take around 4hrs.

The distance between Makassar and Bengkulu is around 2,003km (1,245 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,880km (1,168 miles)

It takes around 4hrs to get from Makassar and Bengkulu by plane.

The quickest way to get from Makassar to Bengkulu is to fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx IDR 2,171,805 ($145).

The cheapest way to travel between Makassar and Bengkulu is to fly which will typically cost around IDR 2,171,805 ($145) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Makassar and Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 4hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Makassar and Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 4hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Makassar and Bengkulu. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and arrive at Bengkulu (BKS) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 35m.

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

The flight from Makassar to Bengkulu typically takes around 3h 35m. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) 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 Makassar to Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 4hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Makassar to Bengkulu is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around IDR 2,171,805 ($145).

How do I get from Makassar to Bengkulu

Compare travel optionsbetween Makassar and Bengkulu

Transport options from Makassar to Bengkulu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4hrs
IDR 2,171,805($145)
on demand2,003km (1,245 miles)
Ferry, Train and Taxi
2 days 8h
IDR 2,965,635($200)
3 times a week2,362km (1,468 miles)

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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