The cheapest and fastest buses from Bontang to Balikpapan
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
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 $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bontang for Balikpapan on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 8 h 6 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.






Travel Information
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 €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €81.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €82 Average price |
8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration Fastest 6h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Bontang to Balikpapan Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 8h06 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:56AM | Duration 8h26 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:06AM | Duration 8h06 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Sun Jaya Trans | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Banyumili Trans | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Bontang to Balikpapan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bontang to Balikpapan buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | 1:55 PM Bontang | 5h30 | 7:25 PM Balikpapan | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 1:55 PM Bontang | 7h25 | 9:20 PM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 2:00 PM Bontang Intersection | 8h06 | 10:06 PM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 2:00 PM Bontang Intersection | 7h45 | 9:45 PM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:00 PM Bontang | 5h30 | 7:30 PM Balikpapan | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 2:00 PM Bontang | 7h25 | 9:25 PM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUN JAYA TRANS | 2:05 PM Bontang | 7h25 | 9:30 PM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 3:00 PM Bontang Intersection | 8h06 | 11:06 PM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
BANYUMILI TRANS | 3:00 PM Bontang Intersection | 7h45 | 10:45 PM Balikpapan Area | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 AM Bontang | 7h45 | 7:45 AM Balikpapan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bontang to Balikpapan
Buses from Bontang to Balikpapan run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 16 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 7h 25m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:25 |
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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