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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches 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 coach ticket from Bontang to Balikpapan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bontang to Balikpapan will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $19.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bontang for Balikpapan every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These 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 .
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 coach and flight for Bontang to Balikpapan
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bontang to Balikpapan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $19. 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 coach costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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$20 Average Price Cheapest | $101 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 |
Live departures
Bontang to Balikpapan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bontang to Balikpapan coaches for tomorrow, Friday, 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 12:00 am Bontang | 7h45 | 7:45 am Balikpapan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2:05 pm Bontang | 7h25 | 9:30 pm Balikpapan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3:00 pm Bontang | 8h06 | 11:06 pm Balikpapan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bontang to Balikpapan
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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 if you book in advance.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 172 km distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 172 km |
Average bus duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:25 |
FAQs: Bontang to Balikpapan coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bontang to Balikpapan by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Balikpapan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bontang and Balikpapan
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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