Martapura to Samarinda by bus
Samarinda lies 412 km (256 mi) north-east of Martapura, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 38 min including stops, over roughly 502 km (312 mi) of road.
| Martapura | Samarinda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 131,449 | 865,306 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) |
Where to book buses from Martapura to Samarinda
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Staying in Samarinda
Our booking partner lists 75 places to stay in Samarinda. Of the 69 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (41). Guests have left 630 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Samarinda from Martapura?
412 km (256 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Martapura; by road roughly 502 km (312 mi).
How long does it take to get from Martapura to Samarinda by bus?
About 7 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Martapura and Samarinda?
No, both are on Asia/Makassar at the moment.
Where can I stay in Samarinda?
Our booking partner lists 75 places to stay in Samarinda, 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.