How to travel from Nusa Lembongan to Tarakan, Indonesia

The distance between Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan is around 1,635km (1,016 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 4h 15m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Nusa Lembongan to Tarakan by ferry and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out TarakanNusa Lembongan if you're planning a return trip.

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Ferry and Plane

Take a ferry to Sanur then fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Tarakan (TRK).

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Flight time3h 10m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 3,819,380($255)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Padang Bai, Lembar Lombok, Raha then Torobulu and then to Tarakan.

  • Duration5 days 1h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 988,545($66)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan

There are several options for getting from Nusa Lembongan to Tarakan by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 988,545 ($66) and will take around 5 days 1h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,819,380 ($255).

The distance between Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan is around 1,635km (1,016 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,358km (844 miles)

It takes around 4h 15m to get from Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan by ferry and plane.

The quickest way to get from Nusa Lembongan to Tarakan is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 4h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 3,819,380 ($255).

The cheapest way to travel between Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 988,545 ($66) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan. We recommend that you take a ferry to Sanur then fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Tarakan (TRK). instead which will take 4h 15m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan. We recommend that you take a ferry to Sanur then fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Tarakan (TRK). instead which will take 4h 15m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan. The ferry typically takes around 5 days 1h and departs once a week.

Semaya One, ASDP Indonesia Ferry and Pelni run the ferry services between Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan. Ferries run once a week and take around 5 days 1h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nusa Lembongan to Tarakan. We recommend that you take a ferry to Sanur then fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Tarakan (TRK). instead which will take 4h 15m.

The closest major airport to Tarakan is Juwata International Airport (TRK) (TRK) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Tarakan. Kalimarau Airport (BEJ) (BEJ) and Samarinda International Airport (AAP) (AAP) 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 Nusa Lembongan to Tarakan. We recommend that you take a ferry to Sanur then fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Tarakan (TRK). instead which will take 4h 15m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nusa Lembongan to Tarakan is to take a ferry and then fly which takes, on average, 4h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 3,819,380 ($255).

How do I get from Nusa Lembongan to Tarakan

Compare travel optionsbetween Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan

Transport options from Nusa Lembongan to Tarakan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry and Plane
4h 15m
IDR 3,819,380($255)
once daily1,635km (1,016 miles)
Ferry
5 days 1h
IDR 988,545($66)
once a week3,326km (2,067 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Nusa Lembongan and Tarakan

Ferry operators

Airlines

Airports near Tarakan

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

TRK
Juwata International Airport (TRK)
International Airport
Distance
4km (2 miles) from Tarakan
BEJ
Kalimarau Airport (BEJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
133km (83 miles) from Tarakan
AAP
Samarinda International Airport (AAP)
International Airport
Distance
415km (258 miles) from Tarakan