THE SHORT VERSION
Singkawang to Pontianak at a glance.
- From
- Singkawang
- Road distance
- About 152 km
- Straight line
- 111 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Pontianak to Singkawang →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Singkawang
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Pontianak
Ask the seller where the service ends in Pontianak. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Pontianak, the road continues.
All buses from and to PontianakOther ways to reach Pontianak
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Singkawang from Pontianak by road?+
About 152 km by road (111 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Singkawang to Pontianak take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Singkawang?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Pontianak to Singkawang?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Pontianak to Singkawang guide.
Where does the bus from Singkawang arrive in Pontianak?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Singkawang to Pontianak?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Singkawang to Pontianak bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Pontianak by bus?+
Direct buses from Pontianak include Kuching. See all connections on our Pontianak bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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