Indonesia
Ambon → Banda Neira
Pelni’s KM Labobar and KM Sangiang sail between Ambon and Banda Neira; the trip takes about 8h – 16h. Banda Neira is the main town of the Banda Islands, the old nutmeg islands.
Ambon to Banda Neira ferry at a glance
The ferry from Ambon to Banda Neira takes About 8h – 16h across the Banda Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 3 Pelni sailings from Ambon between 5 November and 2 December 2026.
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-27.
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Return crossing: Banda Neira to Ambon
Pelni also sails Banda Neira to Ambon, taking About 8h – 16h. Banda Neira to Ambon: 5 Nov 20:00 (KM Sangiang), 7 Nov 11:00 (KM Labobar), 19 Nov 20:00 (KM Sangiang), 21 Nov 11:00 (KM Labobar); about 8h – 17h, from Rp 119,500 economy.
Ambon to Banda Neira ferry timetable & sailing pattern
3 sailings in four weeks on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Ambon: 16 Nov 13:00 (KM Sangiang), 17 Nov 01:00 (KM Labobar), 30 Nov 13:00 (KM Sangiang)
Return: Banda Neira to Ambon: 5 Nov 20:00 (KM Sangiang), 7 Nov 11:00 (KM Labobar), 19 Nov 20:00 (KM Sangiang), 21 Nov 11:00 (KM Labobar); about 8h – 17h, from Rp 119,500 economy.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Pelni timetable →Check prices & book on Pelni →Source: Pelni ticket search (5 Nov – 2 Dec 2026). Verified 2026-10-27.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Ambon and Banda Neira
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 8h – 16h | KM Labobar, KM Sangiang |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
114 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Banda Neira is the main town of the Banda Islands, the old nutmeg islands.
Tips for the Ambon to Banda Neira Crossing
- Pelni sells tickets on its website and app; the ticket search shows each ship’s calls, dates and cabin classes. Liners keep long multi-port rotations, so dates move from month to month.
- Pelni timetables are published two to four weeks ahead; check the exact date before planning onward travel. Times are local, and eastern Indonesia is one or two hours ahead of Jakarta.