Jakarta to Tanjung Pandan by ferry
Tanjung Pandan lies 397 km (247 mi) north of Jakarta, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 397 km (247 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 12 h 2 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
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| Jakarta | Tanjung Pandan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 8.5 million | 103,062 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Port | Port of Tanjung Priok | Tanjung Pandan Harbour |
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Common questions
How far is Tanjung Pandan from Jakarta?
397 km (247 mi) in a straight line, north of Jakarta; by road roughly 484 km (301 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jakarta to Tanjung Pandan by ferry?
About 12 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jakarta and Tanjung Pandan?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta 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.