Indonesia
Semarang → Pontianak
Pelni’s KM Kelimutu sails between Semarang and Pontianak; the trip takes about 1 day 21h. Pontianak is the capital of West Kalimantan, on the equator.
Semarang to Pontianak ferry at a glance
The ferry from Semarang to Pontianak takes About 1 day 21h across the Java Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 2 Pelni sailings from Semarang 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: Pontianak to Semarang
Pelni also sails Pontianak to Semarang, taking About 1 day 21h. Pontianak to Semarang: 14 Nov 08:00 (KM Kelimutu), 30 Nov 13:00 (KM Kelimutu); about 1 day 17h – 1 day 19h, from Rp 351,500 economy.
Semarang to Pontianak ferry timetable & sailing pattern
2 sailings in four weeks on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Semarang: 8 Nov 07:00 (KM Kelimutu), 24 Nov 07:00 (KM Kelimutu)
Return: Pontianak to Semarang: 14 Nov 08:00 (KM Kelimutu), 30 Nov 13:00 (KM Kelimutu); about 1 day 17h – 1 day 19h, from Rp 351,500 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.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Semarang and Pontianak
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 1 day 21h | KM Kelimutu |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
421 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Pontianak is the capital of West Kalimantan, on the equator.
Tips for the Semarang to Pontianak 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.