Padang to Batam by ferry
Batam lies 470 km (292 mi) north-east of Padang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 470 km (292 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 14 h 15 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Padang | Batam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 942,938 | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 38 m (125 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Port | Port of Muara Padang | Port of Nongsapura |
Where to book ferries from Padang to Batam
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Staying in Batam
Our booking partner lists 144 places to stay in Batam. Of the 142 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (70), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 1,661 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Batam from Padang?
470 km (292 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Padang; by road roughly 574 km (356 mi).
How long does it take to get from Padang to Batam by ferry?
About 14 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Padang and Batam?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where can I stay in Batam?
Our booking partner lists 144 places to stay in Batam, 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.