Driving from Palangkaraya to Bontang
Bontang lies 474 km (295 mi) north-east of Palangkaraya, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 14 min without stops, over roughly 579 km (360 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Palangkaraya | Bontang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 318,247 | 194,606 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Pontianak) | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) |
Clocks in Bontang are 1 h ahead of Palangkaraya right now, so a 7 h 14 min journey lands 8 h 14 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Bontang from Palangkaraya?
474 km (295 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Palangkaraya; by road roughly 579 km (360 mi).
How long does it take to get from Palangkaraya to Bontang by car?
About 7 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Palangkaraya and Bontang?
Bontang is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Makassar against Asia/Pontianak).
Where these facts come from
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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.