Cirebon to Cilegon by ferry
Cilegon lies 287 km (178 mi) west of Cirebon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 287 km (178 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 8 h 42 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Cirebon | Cilegon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 344,851 | 470,378 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Port | Port of Cirebon | Port of Merak |
Where to book ferries from Cirebon to Cilegon
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Staying in Cilegon
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Cilegon. Of the 9 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (5). Guests have left 263 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Cilegon
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Common questions
How far is Cilegon from Cirebon?
287 km (178 mi) in a straight line, west of Cirebon; by road roughly 350 km (218 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cirebon to Cilegon by ferry?
About 8 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cirebon and Cilegon?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where can I stay in Cilegon?
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Cilegon, bookable on this site.
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.