Padang to Gunungsitoli by ferry
Gunungsitoli lies 393 km (244 mi) north-west of Padang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 393 km (244 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 11 h 55 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
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| Padang | Gunungsitoli | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 942,938 | 136,707 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Port | Port of Muara Padang | Port of Gunung Sitoli |
Where to book ferries from Padang to Gunungsitoli
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Common questions
How far is Gunungsitoli from Padang?
393 km (244 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Padang; by road roughly 480 km (298 mi).
How long does it take to get from Padang to Gunungsitoli by ferry?
About 11 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Padang 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.