Medan to Gunungsitoli by ferry
Gunungsitoli lies 281 km (174 mi) south-west of Medan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 281 km (174 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 8 h 30 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
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| Medan | Gunungsitoli | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 2.5 million | 136,707 |
| Elevation | 26 m (85 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Port | Port of Belawan | Port of Gunung Sitoli |
Where to book ferries from Medan to Gunungsitoli
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Common questions
How far is Gunungsitoli from Medan?
281 km (174 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Medan; by road roughly 342 km (213 mi).
How long does it take to get from Medan to Gunungsitoli by ferry?
About 8 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Medan and Gunungsitoli?
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.