Sampit to Balikpapan by bus
Balikpapan lies 453 km (282 mi) east of Sampit, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 8 h 23 min including stops, over roughly 553 km (344 mi) of road.
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| Sampit | Balikpapan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 166,773 | 695,287 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 67 m (220 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Pontianak) | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) |
Clocks in Balikpapan are 1 h ahead of Sampit right now, so a 8 h 23 min journey lands 9 h 23 min later by the destination clock.
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Staying in Balikpapan
Our booking partner lists 123 places to stay in Balikpapan. Of the 113 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (58), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,495 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Balikpapan from Sampit?
453 km (282 mi) in a straight line, east of Sampit; by road roughly 553 km (344 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sampit to Balikpapan by bus?
About 8 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sampit and Balikpapan?
Balikpapan is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Makassar against Asia/Pontianak).
Where can I stay in Balikpapan?
Our booking partner lists 123 places to stay in Balikpapan, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.