Bitung to Timika by bus
Timika lies 1,449 km (900 mi) south-east of Bitung, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 26 h 15 min including stops, over roughly 1,768 km (1,098 mi) of road.
| Bitung | Timika | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 225,134 | 142,909 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) |
Clocks in Timika are 1 h ahead of Bitung right now, so a 26 h 15 min journey lands 27 h 15 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Timika from Bitung?
1,449 km (900 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bitung; by road roughly 1,768 km (1,098 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bitung to Timika by bus?
About 26 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bitung and Timika?
Timika is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Jayapura against Asia/Makassar).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.