Semarang to Tanjung Pandan by ferry
Tanjung Pandan lies 565 km (351 mi) north-west of Semarang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 565 km (351 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 17 h 8 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
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| Semarang | Tanjung Pandan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.7 million | 103,062 |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Port | Port of Tanjung Emas | Tanjung Pandan Harbour |
| Postal codes | 38119–53411 | 34173–38961 |
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Common questions
How far is Tanjung Pandan from Semarang?
565 km (351 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Semarang; by road roughly 690 km (429 mi).
How long does it take to get from Semarang to Tanjung Pandan by ferry?
About 17 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Semarang and Tanjung Pandan?
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.