Indonesia
Parepare → Balikpapan
Pelni’s KM Bukit Siguntang and KM Lambelu sail between Parepare and Balikpapan; the trip takes about 15h – 16h. Parepare is South Sulawesi’s second port, north of Makassar.
Parepare to Balikpapan ferry at a glance
The ferry from Parepare to Balikpapan takes About 15h – 16h across the Makassar Strait, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 4 Pelni sailings from Parepare 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: Balikpapan to Parepare
Pelni also sails Balikpapan to Parepare, taking About 15h – 16h. Balikpapan to Parepare: 5 Nov 05:00 (KM Bukit Siguntang), 10 Nov 03:00 (KM Lambelu), 13 Nov 23:00 (KM Bukit Siguntang), 15 Nov 19:00 (KM Lambelu), 24 Nov 03:00 (KM Lambelu); about 16h, from Rp 244,500 economy.
Parepare to Balikpapan ferry timetable & sailing pattern
About weekly on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Parepare: 6 Nov 05:00 (KM Lambelu), 10 Nov 13:00 (KM Bukit Siguntang), 11 Nov 17:00 (KM Lambelu), 20 Nov 05:00 (KM Lambelu)
Return: Balikpapan to Parepare: 5 Nov 05:00 (KM Bukit Siguntang), 10 Nov 03:00 (KM Lambelu), 13 Nov 23:00 (KM Bukit Siguntang), 15 Nov 19:00 (KM Lambelu), 24 Nov 03:00 (KM Lambelu); about 16h, from Rp 244,500 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 15h – 16h | KM Bukit Siguntang, KM Lambelu |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
236 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Parepare is South Sulawesi’s second port, north of Makassar.
Tips for the Parepare to Balikpapan 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.