How to travel from Mataram to Samarinda, Indonesia
The distance between Mataram and Samarinda is around 1,138km (707 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a taxi which takes around 5h 20m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Mataram to Samarinda by plane, taxi, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Samarinda → Mataram if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Taxi
Fly from Lombok (LOP) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN) then take a taxi to Samarinda.
- Duration5h 20m
- Flight time2h 40m
- Typical costIDR 3,474,885($230)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry to Surabaya, bus
Take a ferry to Surabaya and then to Balikpapan then take the bus to Samarinda.
- Duration2 days 4h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 629,075($42)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Serangan then take the bus to Jember and then to Surabaya then take a ferry to Balikpapan then take the bus to Samarinda.
- Duration1 day 23h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,782,375($120)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mataram and Samarinda
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Mataram to Samarinda by plane, taxi, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around IDR 629,075 ($42) and will take around 2 days 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a taxi and arrive in approximately 5h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,474,885 ($230).
The distance between Mataram and Samarinda is around 1,138km (707 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 906km (563 miles)
It takes around 5h 20m to get from Mataram and Samarinda by plane and taxi.
The quickest way to get from Mataram to Samarinda is to fly and then take a taxi which takes around 5h 20m and will set you back approx IDR 3,474,885 ($230).
The cheapest way to travel between Mataram and Samarinda is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 629,075 ($42) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Mataram and Samarinda. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN) then take a taxi to Samarinda. instead which will take 5h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mataram and Samarinda. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN) then take a taxi to Samarinda. instead which will take 5h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Mataram to Samarinda. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN) then take a taxi to Samarinda. instead which will take 5h 20m.
The closest major airport to Samarinda is Samarinda International Airport (AAP) (AAP) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Samarinda. Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) (BPN) and Kalimarau Airport (BEJ) (BEJ) 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 Samarinda. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN) then take a taxi to Samarinda. instead which will take 5h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mataram to Samarinda is to fly and then take a taxi which takes, on average, 5h 20m and will usually cost around IDR 3,474,885 ($230).
Compare travel optionsbetween Mataram and Samarinda
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Taxi + 1 similar | 5h 20m | IDR 3,474,885($230) | hourly | 1,380km (857 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus, Plane and Taxi | 7h 35m | IDR 4,388,540($295) | twice daily | 1,138km (707 miles) |
Ferry to Surabaya, bus | 2 days 4h | IDR 629,075($42) | once a week | 1,705km (1,060 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 1 day 23h | IDR 1,782,375($120) | once a week | 1,858km (1,154 miles) |
| Ferry to Makassar, bus | 3 days 15h | IDR 688,985($46) | once a week | 1,626km (1,010 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Mataram and Samarinda
Ferry operators
Eka Jaya Fastboat
Gili Gili Fast Boat
Bluewater Express
Gili Getaway
Pelni
Bus companies
Bali Jaya Trans
LADJU Trans
Kamilah Tour & Travel
Jahe Raya
Cendana Mitra Perkasa
Airlines
Lion Mentari Airlines
Batik Air
Super Air Jet
Citilink Indonesia
Airports near Samarinda
The following major airports near Samarinda offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Samarinda International Airport (AAP)
- Distance
- 19km (12 miles) from Samarinda
Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
- Distance
- 88km (55 miles) from Samarinda
Kalimarau Airport (BEJ)
- Distance
- 297km (185 miles) from Samarinda