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WatamponeKendari

Watampone to Kendari by bus

Kendari lies 250 km (156 mi) east of Watampone, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 4 h 45 min including stops, over roughly 306 km (190 mi) of road.

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WatamponeKendari
CountryIndonesiaIndonesia
Population149,336351,085
Elevation34 m (112 ft)2 m (7 ft)
Time nowUTC+8 (Asia/Makassar)UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar)
Postal codes9271377263

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Staying in Kendari

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Common questions

How far is Kendari from Watampone?

250 km (156 mi) in a straight line, east of Watampone; by road roughly 306 km (190 mi).

How long does it take to get from Watampone to Kendari by bus?

About 4 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Watampone and Kendari?

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

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.