How to travel from Mataram to Ambon Island, Indonesia

The distance between Mataram and Ambon Island is around 2,066km (1,284 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 7h 10m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Mataram to Ambon Island by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ambon (AMQ).

  • Duration7h 10m
  • Flight time5h 40m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 5,571,800($370)
Operated by

Batik Air

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Bau-Bau and then to Ambon.

  • Duration4 days 5h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 718,940($48)
Operated by

Pelni

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mataram and Ambon Island

There are several options for getting from Mataram to Ambon Island by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 718,940 ($48) and will take around 4 days 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 7h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 5,571,800 ($370).

The distance between Mataram and Ambon Island is around 2,066km (1,284 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,433km (890 miles)

It takes around 7h 10m to get from Mataram and Ambon Island by plane.

The quickest way to get from Mataram to Ambon Island is to fly which takes around 7h 10m and will set you back approx IDR 5,571,800 ($370).

The cheapest way to travel between Mataram and Ambon Island is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 718,940 ($48) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mataram and Ambon Island. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 7h 10m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mataram and Ambon Island. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 7h 10m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Mataram and Ambon Island. The ferry typically takes around 4 days 5h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Mataram and Ambon Island. Ferries run once a week and take around 4 days 5h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mataram and Ambon Island. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and arrive at Ambon (AMQ) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 5h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Mataram to Ambon Island. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 7h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mataram to Ambon Island typically takes around 5h 40m. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and and arrive into Ambon (AMQ).

The closest major airport to Ambon Island is Pattimura Airport (AMQ) (AMQ) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Ambon Island. Namlea Airport (NAM) (NAM) and Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) (MDC) 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 Mataram to Ambon Island. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 7h 10m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mataram to Ambon Island is to fly which takes, on average, 7h 10m and will usually cost around IDR 5,571,800 ($370).

How do I get from Mataram to Ambon Island

Compare travel optionsbetween Mataram and Ambon Island

Transport options from Mataram to Ambon Island
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
7h 10m
IDR 5,571,800($370)
hourly3,542km (2,201 miles)
Ferry, Bus and Plane10h 25m
IDR 6,485,455($435)
twice daily3,560km (2,212 miles)
Ferry
4 days 5h
IDR 718,940($48)
once a week2,066km (1,284 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Mataram and Ambon Island

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Ferry operators

Airports near Ambon Island

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

AMQ
Pattimura Airport (AMQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Ambon Island
NAM
Namlea Airport (NAM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
118km (73 miles) from Ambon Island
MDC
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
International Airport
Distance
675km (419 miles) from Ambon Island