Surabaya to Labuan Bajo by bus
Labuan Bajo lies 798 km (496 mi) east of Surabaya, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 14 h 34 min including stops, over roughly 974 km (605 mi) of road.
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| Surabaya | Labuan Bajo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 3 million | 188,724 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 63 m (207 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) |
| Postal codes | 32274–83671 | 84352–94351 |
Clocks in Labuan Bajo are 1 h ahead of Surabaya right now, so a 14 h 34 min journey lands 15 h 34 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Labuan Bajo from Surabaya?
798 km (496 mi) in a straight line, east of Surabaya; by road roughly 974 km (605 mi).
How long does it take to get from Surabaya to Labuan Bajo by bus?
About 14 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Surabaya and Labuan Bajo?
Labuan Bajo is 1 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Makassar against Asia/Jakarta).
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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.