Pematangsiantar to Tanjungbalai by train
Tanjungbalai lies 81 km (50 mi) east of Pematangsiantar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 10 min at the speeds typical of Indonesia rail, over roughly 99 km (62 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Pematangsiantar | Tanjungbalai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 279,198 | 190,935 |
| Elevation | 388 m (1,273 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Stations on record | Siantar railway station | Tanjungbalai railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Tanjungbalai from Pematangsiantar?
81 km (50 mi) in a straight line, east of Pematangsiantar; by road roughly 99 km (62 mi).
How long does it take to get from Pematangsiantar to Tanjungbalai by train?
About 1 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pematangsiantar and Tanjungbalai?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
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.