Driving from Bontang to Palangkaraya
Palangkaraya lies 474 km (295 mi) south-west of Bontang, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 14 min without stops, over roughly 579 km (360 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Bontang | Palangkaraya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 194,606 | 318,247 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) | UTC+7 (Asia/Pontianak) |
Clocks in Palangkaraya are 1 h behind Bontang right now, so a 7 h 14 min journey lands only 6 h 14 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Palangkaraya from Bontang?
474 km (295 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Bontang; by road roughly 579 km (360 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bontang to Palangkaraya by car?
About 7 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bontang and Palangkaraya?
Palangkaraya is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Pontianak 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.