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LangsaPontianak

Langsa to Pontianak by bus

Pontianak lies 1,357 km (843 mi) east of Langsa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 24 h 36 min including stops, over roughly 1,656 km (1,029 mi) of road.

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LangsaPontianak
CountryIndonesiaIndonesia
Population184,016686,019
Elevation10 m (33 ft)2 m (7 ft)
Time nowUTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta)UTC+7 (Asia/Pontianak)

Where to book buses from Langsa 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.

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Common questions

How far is Pontianak from Langsa?

1,357 km (843 mi) in a straight line, east of Langsa; by road roughly 1,656 km (1,029 mi).

How long does it take to get from Langsa to Pontianak by bus?

About 24 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Langsa 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

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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.