How to travel from Manokwari to Bengkulu, Indonesia
The distance between Manokwari and Bengkulu is around 3,659km (2,274 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 25m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Manokwari to Bengkulu by plane, taxi, ferry, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Bengkulu → Manokwari if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Manokwari (MKW) to Bengkulu (BKS).
- Duration6h 25m
- Flight time6h 10m
- Typical costIDR 5,407,040($360)
Batik Air
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Ferry, Bus, Train and Taxi
Take a ferry to Namlea and then to Surabaya then take the bus to Jakarta and then to Metro 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.
- Duration5 days 5h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 3,459,910($230)
Multiple operators
Ferry, Car, Train and Taxi
Take a ferry to Namlea then Tanjung Priok and then to Belinyu Port then drive to Terminal Muntok then take a ferry to Palembang then take the train to Tebing Tinggi/Empat Lawang then take a taxi to Bengkulu.
- Duration6 days 18h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 2,561,230($170)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Manokwari and Bengkulu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Manokwari to Bengkulu by plane, taxi, ferry, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then drive, then take the train and then take a taxi which costs around IDR 2,561,230 ($170) and will take around 6 days 18h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 5,407,040 ($360).
The distance between Manokwari and Bengkulu is around 3,659km (2,274 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,517km (2,185 miles)
It takes around 6h 25m to get from Manokwari and Bengkulu by plane.
The quickest way to get from Manokwari to Bengkulu is to fly which takes around 6h 25m and will set you back approx IDR 5,407,040 ($360).
The cheapest way to travel between Manokwari and Bengkulu is to take a ferry, then drive, then take the train and then take a taxi which will typically cost around IDR 2,561,230 ($170) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Manokwari and Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Manokwari (MKW) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 6h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Manokwari and Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Manokwari (MKW) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 6h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Manokwari and Bengkulu. Flights depart from Manokwari (MKW) and arrive at Bengkulu (BKS) - via Sorong (SOQ). The flight takes around 6h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Manokwari to Bengkulu. There is however a flight that goes via Sorong (SOQ) and Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 6h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Manokwari to Bengkulu typically takes around 6h 10m. Flights depart from Manokwari (MKW) 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 Manokwari to Bengkulu. We recommend that you fly from Manokwari (MKW) to Bengkulu (BKS). instead which will take 6h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Manokwari to Bengkulu is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 25m and will usually cost around IDR 5,407,040 ($360).
Compare travel optionsbetween Manokwari and Bengkulu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 6h 25m | IDR 5,407,040($360) | on demand | 3,659km (2,274 miles) |
| Plane and Taxi | 8h 30m | IDR 5,991,180($400) | on demand | 3,753km (2,332 miles) |
Ferry, Bus, Train and Taxi | 5 days 5h | IDR 3,459,910($230) | once a week | 4,452km (2,767 miles) |
Ferry, Car, Train and Taxi | 6 days 18h | IDR 2,561,230($170) | once a week | 4,887km (3,037 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Manokwari and Bengkulu
Airlines
Batik Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
Bus companies
Damri
Ferry operators
Pelni
Express Bahari
Train operators
Kereta API
Airports near Bengkulu
The following major airports near Bengkulu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Fatmawati Soekarno Airport (BKS)
- Distance
- 44km (27 miles) from Bengkulu
Sultan Thaha Airport (DJB)
- Distance
- 243km (151 miles) from Bengkulu
Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II International Airport (PLM)
- Distance
- 250km (155 miles) from Bengkulu