How to travel from Semarang to Tarakan, Indonesia

The distance between Semarang and Tarakan is around 2,035km (1,265 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 55m.

2 routes found

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

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Fly

Fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Tarakan (TRK).

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time3h 40m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,770,920($185)
Operated by

Batik Air

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Train, Ferry and Taxi

Take the train to Lamongan then take a ferry to Baubau and then to Kendari then take a taxi to Tolitoli then take a ferry to Tarakan.

  • Duration4 days 4h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,647,575($110)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Semarang and Tarakan

There are several options for getting from Semarang to Tarakan by plane, train, ferry and taxi. The cheapest option is to take the train, then take a ferry and then take a taxi which costs around IDR 1,647,575 ($110) and will take around 4 days 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,770,920 ($185).

The distance between Semarang and Tarakan is around 2,035km (1,265 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,398km (869 miles)

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Semarang and Tarakan by plane.

The quickest way to get from Semarang to Tarakan is to fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx IDR 2,770,920 ($185).

The cheapest way to travel between Semarang and Tarakan is to take the train, then take a ferry and then take a taxi which will typically cost around IDR 1,647,575 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Semarang and Tarakan. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Tarakan (TRK). instead which will take 3h 55m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Semarang and Tarakan. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Tarakan (TRK). instead which will take 3h 55m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Semarang and Tarakan. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and arrive at Tarakan (TRK) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Semarang to Tarakan. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 3h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Semarang to Tarakan typically takes around 3h 40m. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and and arrive into Tarakan (TRK).

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 Semarang to Tarakan. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Tarakan (TRK). instead which will take 3h 55m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Semarang to Tarakan is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around IDR 2,770,920 ($185).

How do I get from Semarang to Tarakan

Compare travel optionsbetween Semarang and Tarakan

Transport options from Semarang to Tarakan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 55m
IDR 2,770,920($185)
on demand2,035km (1,265 miles)
Train, Ferry and Taxi
4 days 4h
IDR 1,647,575($110)
once a week3,535km (2,196 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Semarang and Tarakan

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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