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Kupang to Ternate by bus

Ternate lies 1,289 km (801 mi) north of Kupang, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 23 h 22 min including stops, over roughly 1,572 km (977 mi) of road.

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CountryIndonesiaIndonesia
Population474,801210,836
Elevation94 m (308 ft)23 m (75 ft)
Time nowUTC+8 (Asia/Makassar)UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura)
Postal codes31453–7166185851

Clocks in Ternate are 1 h ahead of Kupang right now, so a 23 h 22 min journey lands 24 h 22 min later by the destination clock.

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Common questions

How far is Ternate from Kupang?

1,289 km (801 mi) in a straight line, north of Kupang; by road roughly 1,572 km (977 mi).

How long does it take to get from Kupang to Ternate by bus?

About 23 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Kupang and Ternate?

Ternate is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Jayapura against Asia/Makassar).

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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.