How to travel from Prabumulih to Balikpapan, Indonesia
The distance between Prabumulih and Balikpapan is around 1,751km (1,088 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 6h 25m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Prabumulih to Balikpapan by train, plane, taxi, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Balikpapan → Prabumulih if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Kertapati then fly from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN).
- Duration6h 25m
- Flight time3h 25m
- Typical costIDR 3,145,370($210)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Tanjung Karang then take a ferry to Gambir Station then take the train to Surabaya Pasar Turi then take a ferry to Balikpapan.
- Duration2 days 5h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,093,390($73)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Train, Car and Ferry
Take the train to Labuanratu then drive to Bakauheni Port then take a ferry to Merak then drive to Citeras then take the train to Tanahabang and then to Surabaya Pasar Turi then take a ferry to Balikpapan.
- Duration2 days 4h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,153,305($77)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Prabumulih and Balikpapan
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Prabumulih to Balikpapan by train, plane, taxi, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,063,435 ($71) and will take around 3 days 7h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 6h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,145,370 ($210).
The distance between Prabumulih and Balikpapan is around 1,751km (1,088 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,424km (885 miles)
It takes around 6h 25m to get from Prabumulih and Balikpapan by train and plane.
The quickest way to get from Prabumulih to Balikpapan is to take the train and then fly which takes around 6h 25m and will set you back approx IDR 3,145,370 ($210).
The cheapest way to travel between Prabumulih and Balikpapan is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,063,435 ($71) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Prabumulih and Balikpapan. We recommend that you take the train to Kertapati then fly from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN). instead which will take 6h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Prabumulih and Balikpapan. We recommend that you take the train to Kertapati then fly from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN). instead which will take 6h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Prabumulih to Balikpapan. We recommend that you take the train to Kertapati then fly from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN). instead which will take 6h 25m.
The closest major airport to Balikpapan is Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) (BPN) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Balikpapan. Samarinda International Airport (AAP) (AAP) and Gusti Syamsir Alam Airport (KBU) (KBU) 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 Prabumulih to Balikpapan. We recommend that you take the train to Kertapati then fly from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN). instead which will take 6h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Prabumulih to Balikpapan is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 6h 25m and will usually cost around IDR 3,145,370 ($210).
Compare travel optionsbetween Prabumulih and Balikpapan
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 4 similar | 6h 25m | IDR 3,145,370($210) | every 20 mins | 1,789km (1,112 miles) |
| Train to Lubuklinggau, Fly | 8h 50m | IDR 3,190,305($215) | once daily | 2,027km (1,260 miles) |
| Taxi and Plane | 9hrs | IDR 4,733,035($315) | on demand | 2,158km (1,341 miles) |
| Train to Tegineneng, Fly | 9h 55m | IDR 2,875,765($190) | once daily | 1,751km (1,088 miles) |
| Train, Plane and Bus | 9h 40m | IDR 3,190,305($215) | once daily | 2,004km (1,245 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 2 days 5h | IDR 1,093,390($73) | once a week | 2,399km (1,490 miles) |
| Train to Tanjung Karang, ferry | 3 days 7h | IDR 1,063,435($71) | once a week | 2,345km (1,457 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Ferry | 2 days 14h | IDR 1,647,575($110) | once a week | 2,539km (1,577 miles) |
Train, Car and Ferry | 2 days 4h | IDR 1,153,305($77) | once a week | 2,431km (1,511 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Prabumulih and Balikpapan
Airlines
Lion Mentari Airlines
Batik Air
Super Air Jet
Garuda Indonesia
Citilink Indonesia
Bus companies
Jahe Raya
Maharani Tranz
Ferry operators
Damri
Pelni
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Train operators
Kereta API
Commuter Line
Airports near Balikpapan
The following major airports near Balikpapan offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Balikpapan
Samarinda International Airport (AAP)
- Distance
- 106km (66 miles) from Balikpapan
Gusti Syamsir Alam Airport (KBU)
- Distance
- 241km (150 miles) from Balikpapan