Gunungsitoli to Padang by ferry
Padang lies 393 km (244 mi) south-east of Gunungsitoli, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 393 km (244 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 11 h 55 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Gunungsitoli | Padang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 136,707 | 942,938 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Port | Port of Gunung Sitoli | Port of Muara Padang |
Where to book ferries from Gunungsitoli to Padang
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Staying in Padang
Our booking partner lists 170 places to stay in Padang. Of the 147 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (85). Across 21 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.7 out of 10. Guests have left 5,801 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Padang from Gunungsitoli?
393 km (244 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Gunungsitoli; by road roughly 480 km (298 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gunungsitoli to Padang by ferry?
About 11 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gunungsitoli and Padang?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where can I stay in Padang?
Our booking partner lists 170 places to stay in Padang, 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 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.