Indonesia
Bitung → Ternate
Pelni’s KM Nggapulu, KM Sangiang and KM Sinabung sail between Bitung and Ternate; the trip takes about 10h – 23h. Bitung is the port for Manado; Ternate is the main town of North Maluku.
Bitung to Ternate ferry at a glance
The ferry from Bitung to Ternate takes About 10h – 23h across the Molucca Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 5 Pelni sailings from Bitung 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: Ternate to Bitung
Pelni also sails Ternate to Bitung, taking About 10h – 23h. Ternate to Bitung: 5 Nov 20:00 (KM Nggapulu), 8 Nov 17:00 (KM Dorolonda), 9 Nov 22:00 (KM Sangiang), 13 Nov 20:00 (KM Tatamailau), 17 Nov 17:00 (KM Sinabung) and more later in November; about 8h – 1 day, from Rp 229,500 economy.
Bitung to Ternate ferry timetable & sailing pattern
About weekly on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Bitung: 6 Nov 12:00 (KM Nggapulu), 11 Nov 04:00 (KM Sinabung), 12 Nov 14:00 (KM Sangiang), 19 Nov 05:00 (KM Nggapulu), 26 Nov 14:00 (KM Sangiang)
Return: Ternate to Bitung: 5 Nov 20:00 (KM Nggapulu), 8 Nov 17:00 (KM Dorolonda), 9 Nov 22:00 (KM Sangiang), 13 Nov 20:00 (KM Tatamailau), 17 Nov 17:00 (KM Sinabung) and more later in November; about 8h – 1 day, from Rp 229,500 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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Interactive sea passage between Bitung and Ternate
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 10h – 23h | KM Dorolonda, KM Nggapulu, KM Sangiang, KM Sinabung, KM Tatamailau |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
138 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Bitung is the port for Manado; Ternate is the main town of North Maluku.
Tips for the Bitung to Ternate 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.