Manado to Kendari by ferry
Kendari lies 660 km (410 mi) south-west of Manado, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 660 km (410 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 20 h. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Manado | Kendari | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 458,582 | 351,085 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) |
| Port | Port of Siladen | Port of Kendari |
Where to book ferries from Manado to Kendari
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Staying in Kendari
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Common questions
How far is Kendari from Manado?
660 km (410 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Manado; by road roughly 805 km (500 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manado to Kendari by ferry?
About 20 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manado and Kendari?
No, both are on Asia/Makassar 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.