Driving from Samarinda to Palangkaraya
Palangkaraya lies 407 km (253 mi) south-west of Samarinda, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 12 min without stops, over roughly 496 km (308 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Samarinda | Palangkaraya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 865,306 | 318,247 |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) | UTC+7 (Asia/Pontianak) |
Clocks in Palangkaraya are 1 h behind Samarinda right now, so a 6 h 12 min journey lands only 5 h 12 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Palangkaraya from Samarinda?
407 km (253 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Samarinda; by road roughly 496 km (308 mi).
How long does it take to get from Samarinda to Palangkaraya by car?
About 6 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Samarinda and Palangkaraya?
Palangkaraya is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Pontianak against Asia/Makassar).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.