The cheapest and fastest buses from Bontang to Balikpapan
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 42 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bontang to Balikpapan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bontang to Balikpapan will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 11 buses that leave Bontang for Balikpapan on Mon, Jan 19, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 19 the direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 5 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jan 19 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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Compare bus and flight for Bontang to Balikpapan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bontang to Balikpapan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €81.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €107 Average price |
7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration Fastest 6h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Bontang to Balikpapan Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Live departures
Bontang to Balikpapan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bontang to Balikpapan buses for today, Sunday, January 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:05 PM Bontang | 7h25 | 9:30 PM Balikpapan | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 4:00 PM Bontang Intersection | 5h45 | 9:45 PM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 4:00 PM Bontang Intersection | 6h00 | 10:00 PM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, January 19 | |||||
BANYUMILI TRANS | 12:00 AM Bontang Intersection | 6h00 | 6:00 AM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 12:00 AM Bontang Intersection | 5h45 | 5:45 AM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 2:00 AM Bontang Intersection | 6h00 | 8:00 AM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 2:00 AM Bontang Intersection | 5h45 | 7:45 AM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bontang to Balikpapan
Buses from Bontang to Balikpapan run on average 22 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€13) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bontang to Balikpapan start from as low as $17 (€13) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $19 (€15) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 22 daily trains from Bontang to Balikpapan with 22 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 5h 30m but the average duration is 7h 6m
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Bontang Intersection and arrive in Balikpapan Area
- First train typically departs at 12:05 AM and the last at 11:25 PM
FAQs: Bus from Bontang to Balikpapan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bontang to Balikpapan 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 Balikpapan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bontang Intersection, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Balikpapan Area, located 7.1 miles (11.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bontang to Balikpapan
- 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
- 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)
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