How to travel from Tanjung Pandan to Bima, Indonesia

The distance between Tanjung Pandan and Bima is around 1,792km (1,114 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 45m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Tanjung Pandan to Bima by plane, taxi, ferry, train and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BimaTanjung Pandan if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Bima (BMU).

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Flight time4h 10m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 3,639,645($245)
Operated by

Lion Mentari Airlines

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1 similiar route

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Tanjung Priok then Makassar and then to Pelabuhan Bima.

  • Duration3 days 20h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 778,855($52)
Operated by

Pelni

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Ferry, Train and Bus

Take a ferry to Tanjung Priok then take the train to Ciledug and then to Jember then take the bus to Sanur then take a ferry to Pelabuhan Bima.

  • Duration2 days 21h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,183,260($79)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tanjung Pandan and Bima

There are several options for getting from Tanjung Pandan to Bima by plane, taxi, ferry, train and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 778,855 ($52) and will take around 3 days 20h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,639,645 ($245).

The distance between Tanjung Pandan and Bima is around 1,792km (1,114 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,380km (857 miles)

It takes around 4h 45m to get from Tanjung Pandan and Bima by plane.

The quickest way to get from Tanjung Pandan to Bima is to fly which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx IDR 3,639,645 ($245).

The cheapest way to travel between Tanjung Pandan and Bima is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 778,855 ($52) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Bima. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Bima (BMU). instead which will take 4h 45m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Bima. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Bima (BMU). instead which will take 4h 45m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Bima. The ferry typically takes around 3 days 20h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Tanjung Pandan and Bima. Ferries run once a week and take around 3 days 20h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Tanjung Pandan and Bima. Flights depart from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) and arrive at Bima (BMU) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 4h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Tanjung Pandan to Bima. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and Lombok (LOP). This services will take at least 4h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Tanjung Pandan to Bima typically takes around 4h 10m. Flights depart from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) and and arrive into Bima (BMU).

The closest major airport to Bima is Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU) (BMU) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Bima. Tambolaka Airport (TMC) (TMC) and Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP) (LOP) 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 Tanjung Pandan to Bima. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Bima (BMU). instead which will take 4h 45m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tanjung Pandan to Bima is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around IDR 3,639,645 ($245).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Tanjung Pandan and Bima

Transport options from Tanjung Pandan to Bima
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 45m
IDR 3,639,645($245)
on demand1,792km (1,114 miles)
Plane and Taxi8hrs
IDR 3,340,085($225)
on demand1,891km (1,175 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
3 days 20h
IDR 778,855($52)
once a week2,308km (1,434 miles)
Ferry and Bus3 days 9h
IDR 1,033,480($69)
once a week2,180km (1,355 miles)
Ferry, Train and Bus
2 days 21h
IDR 1,183,260($79)
once a week2,166km (1,346 miles)

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Airports near Bima

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

BMU
Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
3km (2 miles) from Bima
TMC
Tambolaka Airport (TMC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
113km (70 miles) from Bima
LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
265km (164 miles) from Bima