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Samarinda to Bontang

Updated: March 14, 2024 09:03 AM
Bontang

Samarinda to Bontang


Language

The official language of both Samarinda and Bontang is Indonesian.

Currency

The official currency of both Samarinda and Bontang is the Indonesian rupiah (IDR).

Distance

The distance between Samarinda and Bontang is approximately 120 kilometers (75 miles).

How to Reach

There are a few different ways to get from Samarinda to Bontang:

  • By car: The drive from Samarinda to Bontang takes about 2-3 hours.
  • By bus: There are several bus companies that operate daily buses from Samarinda to Bontang. The journey takes about 3-4 hours.
  • By plane: There are no direct flights from Samarinda to Bontang. However, you can fly from Samarinda to Balikpapan and then take a bus or taxi to Bontang.

Expenses

The cost of getting from Samarinda to Bontang will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

  • By car: The cost of gasoline will vary depending on the current price of fuel.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket from Samarinda to Bontang is around IDR 100,000.
  • By plane: The cost of a flight from Samarinda to Balikpapan is around IDR 500,000. The cost of a bus or taxi from Balikpapan to Bontang is around IDR 100,000.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Bontang is during the dry season, which runs from April to October.

What to Eat

There are a number of great places to eat in Bontang.

  • Rumah Makan Sari Laut Sari Laut: This seafood restaurant is known for its fresh and delicious seafood dishes.
  • Rumah Makan Ayam Bakar Mubarok: This restaurant serves up some of the best grilled chicken in Bontang.
  • Rumah Makan Sate Ponorogo: This restaurant is famous for its satay, a grilled meat dish.

Where to Go

There are a number of interesting places to visit in Bontang.

  • Bontang Mangrove Park: This park is home to a variety of mangrove trees and other plants.
  • Bontang Bird Sanctuary: This sanctuary is home to a variety of birds, including the endangered Bornean orangutan.
  • Bontang Museum: This museum tells the story of Bontang's history and culture.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Samarinda to Bontang:

  1. How long does it take to get from Samarinda to Bontang? The journey takes about 2-3 hours by car, 3-4 hours by bus, and 4-5 hours by plane and bus/taxi.
  2. How much does it cost to get from Samarinda to Bontang? The cost of transportation varies depending on the mode of transportation chosen.
  3. What is the best time to visit Bontang? The best time to visit Bontang is during the dry season, which runs from April to October.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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