Timor-Leste
Dili → Oecusse
Overnight by sea to Oecusse, Timor-Leste’s enclave on the north coast of West Timor: the Berlin Ramelau leaves Dili port at 17:00 on Tuesdays and Fridays and reaches Oecusse around 05:00; the Success sails from Kolmera on Wednesdays and Sundays at 16:00.
Dili to Oecusse ferry at a glance
The ferry from Dili to Oecusse takes About 12h – 13h overnight (Berlin Ramelau) across the Savu Sea, operated by APORTIL. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: four sailings a week from Dili: Berlin Ramelau on Tuesday and Friday at 17:00, Success on Wednesday and Sunday at 16:00.
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.
Sources: timorleste.tl · How we verify
Return crossing: Oecusse to Dili
APORTIL also sails Oecusse to Dili, taking About 12h – 13h overnight (Berlin Ramelau). Oecusse to Dili: Berlin Ramelau on Wednesday and Sunday at 17:00; Success on Monday and Thursday at 16:00.
Dili to Oecusse ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Berlin Ramelau: Tuesday and Friday from Dili; Success: Wednesday and Sunday from Kolmera
Published departure times
- From Dili: Tuesday and Friday 17:00 (Berlin Ramelau), Wednesday and Sunday 16:00 (Success)
Return: Oecusse to Dili: Berlin Ramelau on Wednesday and Sunday at 17:00; Success on Monday and Thursday at 16:00.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official APORTIL timetable →Source: APORTIL timetable on the Timor-Leste government tourism site (verified 30 August 2026). Verified 2026-10-27.
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| APORTIL | About 12h – 13h overnight (Berlin Ramelau; not published for Success) | Berlin Ramelau, Success |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
81 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Oecusse is surrounded on land by Indonesian West Timor; the sea route avoids the border crossings
Tips for the Dili to Oecusse Crossing
- Tickets are sold at the port on the day of travel, in cash US dollars; arrive at least 60 minutes before departure.
- Sailings can change for weather, maintenance or public holidays, especially in the wet season (November to April): confirm with APORTIL (+670 331 7264) or at the port the day before.