Batam to Binjai by train
Binjai lies 673 km (418 mi) north-west of Batam, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 9 h 40 min at the speeds typical of Indonesia rail, over roughly 821 km (510 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Batam | Binjai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.3 million | 279,302 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 34 m (112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Binjai railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Binjai from Batam?
673 km (418 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Batam; by road roughly 821 km (510 mi).
How long does it take to get from Batam to Binjai by train?
About 9 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Batam and Binjai?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.