How to travel from Makassar to Prabumulih, Indonesia
The distance between Makassar and Prabumulih is around 1,932km (1,200 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 5h 45m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Makassar to Prabumulih by plane, train, taxi, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Prabumulih → Makassar if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) then take the train to Prabumulih.
- Duration5h 45m
- Flight time3h 25m
- Typical costIDR 3,355,060($225)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Surabaya then take the train to Jakarta Gambir then take a ferry to Bandar Lampung then take the train to Prabumulih.
- Duration2 days 4h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costIDR 1,033,480($69)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry, Train and Car
Take a ferry to Surabaya then take the train to Pasar Senen and then to Citeras then drive to Merak then take a ferry to Bakauheni Port then drive to Tanjung Karang then take the train to Prabumulih.
- Duration2 days 4h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costIDR 1,123,345($75)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Makassar and Prabumulih
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Makassar to Prabumulih by plane, train, taxi, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the train which costs around IDR 1,033,480 ($69) and will take around 2 days 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 5h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,355,060 ($225).
The distance between Makassar and Prabumulih is around 1,932km (1,200 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,694km (1,052 miles)
It takes around 5h 45m to get from Makassar and Prabumulih by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Makassar to Prabumulih is to fly and then take the train which takes around 5h 45m and will set you back approx IDR 3,355,060 ($225).
The cheapest way to travel between Makassar and Prabumulih is to take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around IDR 1,033,480 ($69) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Makassar and Prabumulih. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) then take the train to Prabumulih. instead which will take 5h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Makassar and Prabumulih. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) then take the train to Prabumulih. instead which will take 5h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Makassar to Prabumulih. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) then take the train to Prabumulih. instead which will take 5h 45m.
The closest major airport to Prabumulih is Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II International Airport (PLM) (PLM) which is approximately 79km (49 miles) from Prabumulih. Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB) (DJB) and Fatmawati Soekarno Airport (BKS) (BKS) 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 Prabumulih. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) then take the train to Prabumulih. instead which will take 5h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Makassar to Prabumulih is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 5h 45m and will usually cost around IDR 3,355,060 ($225).
Compare travel optionsbetween Makassar and Prabumulih
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 3 similar | 5h 45m | IDR 3,355,060($225) | every 20 mins | 1,969km (1,224 miles) |
| Fly to Silampari (LLJ), Train | 8h 50m | IDR 5,347,130($355) | once daily | 2,208km (1,372 miles) |
| Plane and Taxi | 9h 10m | IDR 6,740,080($450) | on demand | 2,338km (1,453 miles) |
| Fly to Bandar Lampung (TKG), Train | 10h 15m | IDR 4,733,035($315) | once daily | 1,932km (1,200 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 2 days 4h | IDR 1,033,480($69) | 3 times a week | 2,085km (1,296 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 2 days 4h | IDR 1,198,235($80) | 3 times a week | 2,157km (1,340 miles) |
Ferry, Train and Car | 2 days 4h | IDR 1,123,345($75) | 3 times a week | 2,126km (1,321 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Makassar and Prabumulih
Airlines
Lion Mentari Airlines
Citilink Indonesia
Garuda Indonesia
Batik Air
Super Air Jet
Ferry operators
Pelni
Damri
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Train operators
Kereta API
Airports near Prabumulih
The following major airports near Prabumulih offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II International Airport (PLM)
- Distance
- 79km (49 miles) from Prabumulih
Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB)
- Distance
- 211km (131 miles) from Prabumulih
Fatmawati Soekarno Airport (BKS)
- Distance
- 215km (134 miles) from Prabumulih