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Sungai PenuhBengkulu

Sungai Penuh to Bengkulu by bus

Bengkulu lies 217 km (135 mi) south-east of Sungai Penuh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 4 h 8 min including stops, over roughly 265 km (164 mi) of road.

Sungai PenuhBengkulu

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Sungai PenuhBengkulu
CountryIndonesiaIndonesia
Population102,224397,321
Elevation811 m (2,661 ft)19 m (62 ft)
Time nowUTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta)UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta)
Postal codes3711134768

Where to book buses from Sungai Penuh to Bengkulu

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Staying in Bengkulu

Our booking partner lists 53 places to stay in Bengkulu. Of the 53 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (38). Guests have left 284 reviews in total.

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Common questions

How far is Bengkulu from Sungai Penuh?

217 km (135 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Sungai Penuh; by road roughly 265 km (164 mi).

How long does it take to get from Sungai Penuh to Bengkulu by bus?

About 4 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Sungai Penuh and Bengkulu?

No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.

Where can I stay in Bengkulu?

Our booking partner lists 53 places to stay in Bengkulu, bookable on this site.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.