Indonesia
Ambon → Namlea (Buru)
Pelni’s KM Nggapulu and KM Sangiang sail between Ambon and Namlea (Buru); the trip takes about 5h – 10h. Namlea is the main town of Buru island.
Ambon to Namlea (Buru) ferry at a glance
The ferry from Ambon to Namlea (Buru) takes About 5h – 10h across the Banda Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 4 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: Namlea (Buru) to Ambon
Pelni also sails Namlea (Buru) to Ambon, taking About 5h – 10h. Namlea (Buru) to Ambon: 15 Nov 23:00 (KM Sangiang), 17 Nov 09:00 (KM Nggapulu), 29 Nov 23:00 (KM Sangiang); about 5h – 10h, from Rp 76,500 economy.
Ambon to Namlea (Buru) ferry timetable & sailing pattern
About weekly on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Ambon: 6 Nov 23:59 (KM Sangiang), 8 Nov 02:00 (KM Nggapulu), 20 Nov 17:00 (KM Nggapulu), 20 Nov 23:59 (KM Sangiang)
Return: Namlea (Buru) to Ambon: 15 Nov 23:00 (KM Sangiang), 17 Nov 09:00 (KM Nggapulu), 29 Nov 23:00 (KM Sangiang); about 5h – 10h, from Rp 76,500 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 Namlea (Buru)
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 5h – 10h | KM Nggapulu, KM Sangiang |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
70 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Namlea is the main town of Buru island.
Tips for the Ambon to Namlea (Buru) 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.