Driving from Balikpapan to Ambon
Ambon lies 1,290 km (801 mi) east of Balikpapan, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 19 h 40 min without stops, over roughly 1,574 km (978 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Balikpapan | Ambon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 695,287 | 347,288 |
| Elevation | 67 m (220 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) |
Clocks in Ambon are 1 h ahead of Balikpapan right now, so a 19 h 40 min journey lands 20 h 40 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Ambon from Balikpapan?
1,290 km (801 mi) in a straight line, east of Balikpapan; by road roughly 1,574 km (978 mi).
How long does it take to get from Balikpapan to Ambon by car?
About 19 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Balikpapan and Ambon?
Ambon is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Jayapura against Asia/Makassar).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.