Indonesia
Jakarta → Medan (Belawan)
Pelni’s KM Kelud sails weekly from Jakarta to Belawan, the port of Medan, via Batam and Tanjung Balai Karimun: Friday night out of Tanjung Priok, Monday afternoon into North Sumatra.
Jakarta to Medan (Belawan) ferry at a glance
The ferry from Jakarta to Medan (Belawan) takes About 2 days 15h – 2 days 17h across the Strait of Malacca, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: weekly on KM Kelud: Friday 23:00 from Jakarta, Tuesday morning from Belawan (November 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 2026-10-26.
Sources: pelni.co.id · pelni.co.id · How we verify
Return crossing: Medan (Belawan) to Jakarta
Pelni also sails Medan (Belawan) to Jakarta, taking About 2 days 15h – 2 days 17h. Belawan to Jakarta: KM Kelud on Tuesday morning (06:00–09:00), arriving on Thursday night or early Friday, about 2 days 15 hours; from Rp 541,500 economy.
Jakarta to Medan (Belawan) ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Weekly on KM Kelud
Published departure times
- From Jakarta: Friday 23:00, arrives Belawan Monday 16:00
Return: Belawan to Jakarta: KM Kelud on Tuesday morning (06:00–09:00), arriving on Thursday night or early Friday, about 2 days 15 hours; from Rp 541,500 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 12Go →Source: Pelni ticket search (5 Nov – 2 Dec 2026). Verified 2026-10-26.
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 2 days 17h (via Batam and Tanjung Balai Karimun) | KM Kelud |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
771 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Belawan Port is about 25 km north of Medan city centre
- KM Kelud calls at Batam (Batu Ampar) and Tanjung Balai Karimun on the way
Tips for the Jakarta to Medan (Belawan) 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.