Makassar to Ambon by bus
Ambon lies 984 km (611 mi) east of Makassar, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 17 h 54 min including stops, over roughly 1,200 km (746 mi) of road.
| Makassar | Ambon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.5 million | 347,288 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) |
Clocks in Ambon are 1 h ahead of Makassar right now, so a 17 h 54 min journey lands 18 h 54 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Ambon from Makassar?
984 km (611 mi) in a straight line, east of Makassar; by road roughly 1,200 km (746 mi).
How long does it take to get from Makassar to Ambon by bus?
About 17 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Makassar and Ambon?
Ambon 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.