Palembang to Cilegon by train
Cilegon lies 374 km (232 mi) south-east of Palembang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 22 min at the speeds typical of Indonesia rail, over roughly 456 km (283 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Palembang | Cilegon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.8 million | 470,378 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Stations on record | Bumi Sriwijaya LRT station, Ampera LRT station, Kertapati railway station | Merak railway station, Cilegon railway station, Cigading railway station |
Where to book trains from Palembang to Cilegon
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Staying in Cilegon
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Cilegon. Of the 9 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (5). Guests have left 263 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Cilegon from Palembang?
374 km (232 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Palembang; by road roughly 456 km (283 mi).
How long does it take to get from Palembang to Cilegon by train?
About 5 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Palembang and Cilegon?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where can I stay in Cilegon?
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Cilegon, bookable on this site.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.