Batam to Dumai by ferry
Dumai lies 293 km (182 mi) west of Batam, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 293 km (182 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 8 h 52 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Batam | Dumai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.3 million | 349,389 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Port | Port of Nongsapura | Port of Dumai |
Where to book ferries from Batam to Dumai
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Staying in Dumai
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Common questions
How far is Dumai from Batam?
293 km (182 mi) in a straight line, west of Batam; by road roughly 357 km (222 mi).
How long does it take to get from Batam to Dumai by ferry?
About 8 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Batam and Dumai?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- 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.