The cheapest and fastest buses from Balikpapan to Bontang
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Balikpapan to Bontang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Balikpapan to Bontang will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 34 buses that leave Balikpapan for Bontang on Sun, Dec 21, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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BANYUMILI TRANSBalikpapan to Bontang Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Balikpapan to Bontang bus times
The table below shows live departures for Balikpapan to Bontang buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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SUN JAYA TRANS | 11:55 PM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 7:10 AM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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SUN JAYA TRANS | 12:25 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 7:10 AM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 12:35 AM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 7:50 AM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 1:00 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h00 | 7:00 AM Bontang Intersection | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 1:05 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 7:50 AM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 1:15 AM Balikpapan Area | 5h45 | 7:00 AM Bontang Intersection | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 2:30 AM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 9:45 AM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 3:00 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 9:45 AM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 3:00 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h00 | 9:00 AM Bontang Intersection | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 3:15 AM Balikpapan Area | 5h45 | 9:00 AM Bontang Intersection | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 3:30 AM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 10:45 AM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 4:00 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 10:45 AM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 5:00 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h00 | 11:00 AM Bontang Intersection | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 5:15 AM Balikpapan Area | 5h45 | 11:00 AM Bontang Intersection | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 6:25 AM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 1:40 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 6:30 AM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 1:45 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 6:55 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 1:40 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 7:00 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 1:45 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 8:30 AM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 3:45 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 9:00 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 3:45 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 10:00 AM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 5:15 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 10:30 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 5:15 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 11:30 AM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 6:45 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 11:30 AM Balikpapan Area | 6h00 | 5:30 PM Bontang Intersection | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 11:45 AM Balikpapan Area | 5h45 | 5:30 PM Bontang Intersection | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 12:00 PM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 6:45 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 12:30 PM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 7:45 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 12:55 PM Balikpapan Area | 7h15 | 8:10 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 1:00 PM Balikpapan Area | 6h00 | 7:00 PM Bontang Intersection | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 1:00 PM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 7:45 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 1:15 PM Balikpapan Area | 5h45 | 7:00 PM Bontang Intersection | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 1:25 PM Balikpapan Area | 6h45 | 8:10 PM Bontang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Balikpapan to Bontang
Buses from Balikpapan to Bontang run on average 35 times per day, taking around 8h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 35 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 35 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
FAQs: Bus from Balikpapan to Bontang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Balikpapan to Bontang by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bontang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Balikpapan Area, which is located around 7.1 miles (11.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bontang Intersection, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Balikpapan to Bontang
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses
- Angkot (shared minibus)
- 05:00-22:00
- Street parking available
- Small food stalls and warung nearby
- Available at the intersection
- Basic accessibility
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local city buses, intercity buses
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