Indonesia
Bau-Bau → Ambon
Pelni’s KM Ciremai, KM Labobar, KM Leuser, KM Nggapulu and KM Sirimau sail between Bau-Bau and Ambon (some sailings call at other ports on the way); the trip takes about 23h – 2 days 1h. Bau-Bau on Buton is a regular stop for liners heading east to Maluku and Papua.
Bau-Bau to Ambon ferry at a glance
The ferry from Bau-Bau to Ambon takes About 23h – 2 days 1h across the Banda Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 5 Pelni sailings from Bau-Bau 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: Ambon to Bau-Bau
Pelni also sails Ambon to Bau-Bau, taking About 23h – 2 days 1h. Ambon to Bau-Bau: 7 Nov 22:00 (KM Labobar), 8 Nov 02:00 (KM Nggapulu), 8 Nov 22:00 (KM Leuser), 12 Nov 07:00 (KM Ciremai), 20 Nov 17:00 (KM Nggapulu) and more later in November; about 21h – 1 day 13h, from Rp 410,500 economy.
Bau-Bau to Ambon ferry timetable & sailing pattern
About weekly on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Bau-Bau: 5 Nov 05:00 (KM Sirimau), 5 Nov 11:00 (KM Ciremai), 15 Nov 21:00 (KM Labobar), 16 Nov 07:00 (KM Nggapulu), 20 Nov 14:00 (KM Leuser)
Return: Ambon to Bau-Bau: 7 Nov 22:00 (KM Labobar), 8 Nov 02:00 (KM Nggapulu), 8 Nov 22:00 (KM Leuser), 12 Nov 07:00 (KM Ciremai), 20 Nov 17:00 (KM Nggapulu) and more later in November; about 21h – 1 day 13h, from Rp 410,500 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.
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 23h – 2 days 1h | KM Ciremai, KM Labobar, KM Leuser, KM Nggapulu, KM Sirimau |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
350 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Some sailings call at other ports on the way; Pelni’s ticket search lists every call
- Bau-Bau on Buton is a regular stop for liners heading east to Maluku and Papua.
Tips for the Bau-Bau to Ambon 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.