How to travel from Tarakan to Banyuwangi, Indonesia

The distance between Tarakan and Banyuwangi is around 1,606km (998 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5hrs.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Tarakan to Banyuwangi by plane, train and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Tarakan (TRK) to Banyuwangi International (BWX).

  • Duration5hrs
  • Flight time4h 40m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 4,748,010($315)
Operated by

Batik Air

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1 similiar route

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Ferry and Train

Take a ferry to Tolitoli, Tampo then Makassar and then to Surabaya then take the train to Banyuwangi Kota.

  • Duration3 days 23h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 973,565($65)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tarakan and Banyuwangi

There are several options for getting from Tarakan to Banyuwangi by plane, train and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the train which costs around IDR 973,565 ($65) and will take around 3 days 23h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 4,748,010 ($315).

The distance between Tarakan and Banyuwangi is around 1,606km (998 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,333km (828 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Tarakan and Banyuwangi by plane.

The quickest way to get from Tarakan to Banyuwangi is to fly which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx IDR 4,748,010 ($315).

The cheapest way to travel between Tarakan and Banyuwangi is to take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around IDR 973,565 ($65) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Tarakan and Banyuwangi. We recommend that you fly from Tarakan (TRK) to Banyuwangi International (BWX). instead which will take 5hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tarakan and Banyuwangi. We recommend that you fly from Tarakan (TRK) to Banyuwangi International (BWX). instead which will take 5hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Tarakan and Banyuwangi. Flights depart from Tarakan (TRK) and arrive at Banyuwangi International (BWX) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 4h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Tarakan to Banyuwangi. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 5hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Tarakan to Banyuwangi typically takes around 4h 40m. Flights depart from Tarakan (TRK) and and arrive into Banyuwangi International (BWX).

The closest major airport to Banyuwangi is Blimbingsari Airport (BWX) (BWX) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Banyuwangi. Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) and Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) (MLG) 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 Tarakan to Banyuwangi. We recommend that you fly from Tarakan (TRK) to Banyuwangi International (BWX). instead which will take 5hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tarakan to Banyuwangi is to fly which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around IDR 4,748,010 ($315).

How do I get from Tarakan to Banyuwangi

Compare travel optionsbetween Tarakan and Banyuwangi

Transport options from Tarakan to Banyuwangi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
5hrs
IDR 4,748,010($315)
on demand2,505km (1,557 miles)
Plane and Train9h 35m
IDR 2,336,560($155)
once daily1,606km (998 miles)
Ferry and Train
3 days 23h
IDR 973,565($65)
once a week3,453km (2,145 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Tarakan and Banyuwangi

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Airports near Banyuwangi

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

BWX
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Banyuwangi
DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
106km (66 miles) from Banyuwangi
MLG
Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
185km (115 miles) from Banyuwangi