4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Makassar to Palopo
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Makassar to Palopo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Makassar to Palopo will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Makassar for Palopo on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 254 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 10 h 50 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.
1:00 PM10h50Makassar11:50 PMPalopo$161One-way0 transfers
- 1:00 PM10h50Makassar11:50 PMPalopo$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Makassar to Palopo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Makassar to Palopo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Makassar to Palopo:
A bus is $76 (€60) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Makassar to Palopo costing on average $90 (€72).
Other travel options to Palopo take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 50m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Makassar to Palopo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Makassar to Palopo buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 PM Makassar | 10h50 | 11:50 PM Palopo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Makassar to Palopo
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Buses from Makassar to Palopo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 19:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 7:00 PM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: PO Bintang Marwah from Makassar to PalopoYou can travel by bus between Makassar to Palopo with PO Bintang Marwah for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Makassar to Palopo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Makassar to Palopo 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 Palopo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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