Driving from Merauke to Timika
Timika lies 597 km (371 mi) north-west of Merauke, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 9 h 6 min without stops, over roughly 728 km (453 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Merauke | Timika | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 116,864 | 142,909 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) | UTC+9 (Asia/Jayapura) |
Where to book car hire from Merauke to Timika
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Staying in Timika
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Common questions
How far is Timika from Merauke?
597 km (371 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Merauke; by road roughly 728 km (453 mi).
How long does it take to get from Merauke to Timika by car?
About 9 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Merauke and Timika?
No, both are on Asia/Jayapura at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.