How to travel from Padang to Nabire, Indonesia
The distance between Padang and Nabire is around 4,289km (2,665 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 8h 15m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Padang to Nabire by plane, taxi, 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 Nabire → Padang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Nabire (NBX).
- Duration8h 15m
- Flight time7h 35m
- Typical costIDR 6,021,140($400)
Indonesia AirAsia
+ 3 others4 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Dumai Terminal AKAP then take a ferry to Tanjung Balai Karimun then Port of Tanjung Priok and then to Nabire.
- Duration7 days 21h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 2,007,045($135)
Multiple operators
Bus, Ferry and Train
Take the bus to Medan and then to Bandar Lampung then take a ferry to Gambir Station then take the train to Surabaya Pasar Turi then take a ferry to Nabire.
- Duration7 days 18h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 2,306,605($155)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Nabire
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Padang to Nabire by plane, taxi, ferry, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 2,007,045 ($135) and will take around 7 days 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 8h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 6,021,140 ($400).
The distance between Padang and Nabire is around 4,289km (2,665 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,914km (2,432 miles)
It takes around 8h 15m to get from Padang and Nabire by plane.
The quickest way to get from Padang to Nabire is to fly which takes around 8h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 6,021,140 ($400).
The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Nabire is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 2,007,045 ($135) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Padang and Nabire. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Nabire (NBX). instead which will take 8h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Padang and Nabire. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Nabire (NBX). instead which will take 8h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Padang and Nabire. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and arrive at Nabire (NBX) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 7h 35m.
There is no direct flight from Padang to Nabire. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and Sorong (SOQ). This services will take at least 8h 15m (not including layover time).
The flight from Padang to Nabire typically takes around 7h 35m. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and and arrive into Nabire (NBX).
The closest major airport to Nabire is Nabire Airport (NBX) (NBX) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Nabire. Kaimana Airport (KNG) (KNG) and Sentani Airport (DJJ) (DJJ) 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 Padang to Nabire. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Nabire (NBX). instead which will take 8h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Nabire is to fly which takes, on average, 8h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 6,021,140 ($400).
Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Nabire
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 8h 15m | IDR 6,021,140($400) | hourly | 4,289km (2,665 miles) |
| Plane and Taxi | 14h 15m | IDR 7,968,270($530) | hourly | 4,695km (2,917 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 14h 45m | IDR 8,552,410($570) | every 20 mins | 4,803km (2,984 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 16h 15m | IDR 5,661,665($380) | twice a week | 4,419km (2,746 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Taxi | 20h 45m | IDR 7,953,295($530) | every 20 mins | 4,994km (3,103 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 7 days 21h | IDR 2,007,045($135) | once a week | 5,964km (3,706 miles) |
Bus, Ferry and Train | 7 days 18h | IDR 2,306,605($155) | once a week | 6,729km (4,181 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Padang and Nabire
Airlines
Indonesia AirAsia
Wings Air
Batik Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
Garuda Indonesia
Train operators
Kereta API
Bus companies
Annanta Travel
A.L.S
Putra Pelangi
Yanti Group
Ferry operators
Pelni
Batam Jet
Airports near Nabire
The following major airports near Nabire offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Nabire Airport (NBX)
- Distance
- 8km (5 miles) from Nabire
Kaimana Airport (KNG)
- Distance
- 197km (122 miles) from Nabire
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
- Distance
- 563km (350 miles) from Nabire