How to travel from Prabumulih to Labuan Bajo, Indonesia
The distance between Prabumulih and Labuan Bajo is around 1,964km (1,220 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 6h 15m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Prabumulih to Labuan Bajo by train, plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Labuan Bajo → 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 Labuan Bajo (LBJ).
- Duration6h 15m
- Flight time3h 30m
- Typical costIDR 3,954,180($265)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Tanjung Karang then take a ferry to Gambir Station then Makassar and then to Labuhanbajo.
- Duration4 days
- Departstwice a week
- Typical costIDR 1,093,390($73)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Prabumulih and Labuan Bajo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Prabumulih to Labuan Bajo by train, plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,093,390 ($73) and will take around 4 days. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 6h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,954,180 ($265).
The distance between Prabumulih and Labuan Bajo is around 1,964km (1,220 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,820km (1,131 miles)
It takes around 6h 15m to get from Prabumulih and Labuan Bajo by train and plane.
The quickest way to get from Prabumulih to Labuan Bajo is to take the train and then fly which takes around 6h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 3,954,180 ($265).
The cheapest way to travel between Prabumulih and Labuan Bajo is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,093,390 ($73) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Prabumulih and Labuan Bajo. We recommend that you take the train to Kertapati then fly from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ). instead which will take 6h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Prabumulih and Labuan Bajo. We recommend that you take the train to Kertapati then fly from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ). instead which will take 6h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Prabumulih to Labuan Bajo. We recommend that you take the train to Kertapati then fly from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ). instead which will take 6h 15m.
The closest major airport to Labuan Bajo is Komodo Airport (LBJ) (LBJ) which is approximately 1km (1 miles) from Labuan Bajo. Tambolaka Airport (TMC) (TMC) and Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) (UPG) 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 Labuan Bajo. We recommend that you take the train to Kertapati then fly from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II (PLM) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ). instead which will take 6h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Prabumulih to Labuan Bajo is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 6h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 3,954,180 ($265).
Compare travel optionsbetween Prabumulih and Labuan Bajo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 2 similar | 6h 15m | IDR 3,954,180($265) | every 20 mins | 2,002km (1,244 miles) |
| Train to Lubuklinggau, Fly | 8h 45m | IDR 4,148,895($275) | once daily | 2,240km (1,392 miles) |
| Train to Tegineneng, Fly | 10hrs | IDR 3,684,575($245) | once daily | 1,964km (1,220 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 4 days | IDR 1,093,390($73) | twice a week | 2,477km (1,539 miles) |
| Train, Ferry and Bus | 3 days | IDR 1,482,820($100) | once a week | 2,455km (1,525 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Prabumulih and Labuan Bajo
Airlines
Batik Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
Super Air Jet
Garuda Indonesia
Citilink Indonesia
Ferry operators
Damri
Pelni
Train operators
Kereta API
Bus companies
Bali Jaya Trans
Airports near Labuan Bajo
The following major airports near Labuan Bajo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Komodo Airport (LBJ)
- Distance
- 1km (1 miles) from Labuan Bajo
Tambolaka Airport (TMC)
- Distance
- 124km (77 miles) from Labuan Bajo
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
- Distance
- 382km (237 miles) from Labuan Bajo