Jakarta to Cilegon by ferry
Cilegon lies 90 km (56 mi) west of Jakarta, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 90 km (56 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 2 h 44 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Jakarta | Cilegon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 8.5 million | 470,378 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Port | Port of Tanjung Priok | Port of Merak |
Where to book ferries from Jakarta 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 Jakarta?
90 km (56 mi) in a straight line, west of Jakarta; by road roughly 110 km (68 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jakarta to Cilegon by ferry?
About 2 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jakarta 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.