Balikpapan to Ternate by bus
Ternate lies 1,196 km (743 mi) east of Balikpapan, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 21 h 42 min including stops, over roughly 1,459 km (906 mi) of road.
| Balikpapan | Ternate | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 695,287 | 210,836 |
| Elevation | 67 m (220 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) |
Clocks in Ternate are 1 h ahead of Balikpapan right now, so a 21 h 42 min journey lands 22 h 42 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Ternate from Balikpapan?
1,196 km (743 mi) in a straight line, east of Balikpapan; by road roughly 1,459 km (906 mi).
How long does it take to get from Balikpapan to Ternate by bus?
About 21 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Balikpapan and Ternate?
Ternate is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Jayapura 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.