Driving from Ambon to Kendari
Kendari lies 630 km (391 mi) west of Ambon, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 9 h 36 min without stops, over roughly 768 km (477 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Ambon | Kendari | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 347,288 | 351,085 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) |
Clocks in Kendari are 1 h behind Ambon right now, so a 9 h 36 min journey lands only 8 h 36 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book car hire from Ambon to Kendari
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Staying in Kendari
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Common questions
How far is Kendari from Ambon?
630 km (391 mi) in a straight line, west of Ambon; by road roughly 768 km (477 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ambon to Kendari by car?
About 9 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ambon and Kendari?
Kendari is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Makassar against Asia/Jayapura).
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.