Ternate to Baubau by bus
Baubau lies 875 km (544 mi) south-west of Ternate, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 15 h 57 min including stops, over roughly 1,067 km (663 mi) of road.
| Ternate | Baubau | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 210,836 | 161,280 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) |
Clocks in Baubau are 1 h behind Ternate right now, so a 15 h 57 min journey lands only 14 h 57 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Baubau from Ternate?
875 km (544 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ternate; by road roughly 1,067 km (663 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ternate to Baubau by bus?
About 15 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ternate and Baubau?
Baubau is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Makassar against Asia/Jayapura).
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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.