How to travel from Mataram to Banda Aceh, Indonesia

The distance between Mataram and Banda Aceh is around 2,945km (1,830 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 15m.

3 routes found

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

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

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Fly

Fly from Lombok (LOP) to Banda Aceh (BTJ).

  • Duration6h 15m
  • Flight time4h 50m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 4,777,970($320)
Operated by

Garuda Indonesia

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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Surabaya then Tanjung Priok and then to Belawan then take the bus to Bandah Aceh.

  • Duration4 days 20h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,392,950($95)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry, Bus and Train

Take a ferry to Surabaya then take the bus to Terminal Terboyo then take the train to Jakarta Kota then take a ferry to Belawan then take the bus to Bandah Aceh.

  • Duration4 days 11h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,602,640($105)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mataram and Banda Aceh

There are several options for getting from Mataram to Banda Aceh by plane, ferry, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around IDR 1,392,950 ($95) and will take around 4 days 20h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 4,777,970 ($320).

The distance between Mataram and Banda Aceh is around 2,945km (1,830 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,790km (1,733 miles)

It takes around 6h 15m to get from Mataram and Banda Aceh by plane.

The quickest way to get from Mataram to Banda Aceh is to fly which takes around 6h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 4,777,970 ($320).

The cheapest way to travel between Mataram and Banda Aceh is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 1,392,950 ($95) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mataram and Banda Aceh. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Banda Aceh (BTJ). instead which will take 6h 15m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mataram and Banda Aceh. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Banda Aceh (BTJ). instead which will take 6h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mataram and Banda Aceh. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and arrive at Banda Aceh (BTJ) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 4h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Mataram to Banda Aceh. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 6h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mataram to Banda Aceh typically takes around 4h 50m. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and and arrive into Banda Aceh (BTJ).

The closest major airport to Banda Aceh is Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) (BTJ) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Banda Aceh. Malikus Saleh Airport (LSW) (LSW) and Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) (KNO) 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 Banda Aceh. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Banda Aceh (BTJ). instead which will take 6h 15m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mataram to Banda Aceh is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 4,777,970 ($320).

How do I get from Mataram to Banda Aceh

Compare travel optionsbetween Mataram and Banda Aceh

Transport options from Mataram to Banda Aceh
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
6h 15m
IDR 4,777,970($320)
hourly2,945km (1,830 miles)
Ferry and Bus
4 days 20h
IDR 1,392,950($95)
once a week3,575km (2,221 miles)
Ferry, Bus and Train
4 days 11h
IDR 1,602,640($105)
once a week3,683km (2,289 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Mataram and Banda Aceh

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Airports near Banda Aceh

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

BTJ
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Banda Aceh
LSW
Malikus Saleh Airport (LSW)
Domestic Airport
Distance
184km (114 miles) from Banda Aceh
KNO
Kualanamu International Airport (KNO)
International Airport
Distance
448km (279 miles) from Banda Aceh