Balikpapan to Palangkaraya by bus
Palangkaraya lies 340 km (211 mi) west of Balikpapan, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 6 h 21 min including stops, over roughly 415 km (258 mi) of road.
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| Balikpapan | Palangkaraya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 695,287 | 318,247 |
| Elevation | 67 m (220 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) | UTC+7 (Asia/Pontianak) |
Clocks in Palangkaraya are 1 h behind Balikpapan right now, so a 6 h 21 min journey lands only 5 h 21 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Palangkaraya from Balikpapan?
340 km (211 mi) in a straight line, west of Balikpapan; by road roughly 415 km (258 mi).
How long does it take to get from Balikpapan to Palangkaraya by bus?
About 6 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Balikpapan and Palangkaraya?
Palangkaraya is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Pontianak against Asia/Makassar).
Where these facts come from
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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.