Batam to Pontianak by bus
Pontianak lies 604 km (375 mi) east of Batam, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 11 h 5 min including stops, over roughly 737 km (458 mi) of road.
| Batam | Pontianak | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.3 million | 686,019 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Pontianak) |
Where to book buses from Batam to Pontianak
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Staying in Pontianak
Our booking partner lists 52 places to stay in Pontianak. Of the 48 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (24). Guests have left 1,231 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Pontianak
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Common questions
How far is Pontianak from Batam?
604 km (375 mi) in a straight line, east of Batam; by road roughly 737 km (458 mi).
How long does it take to get from Batam to Pontianak by bus?
About 11 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Batam and Pontianak?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where can I stay in Pontianak?
Our booking partner lists 52 places to stay in Pontianak, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.