Indonesia
Sorong → Manokwari
Pelni’s KM Dobonsolo, KM Gunung Dempo and KM Sinabung sail between Sorong and Manokwari; the trip takes about 12h – 14h. Manokwari is the capital of West Papua province.
Sorong to Manokwari ferry at a glance
The ferry from Sorong to Manokwari takes About 12h – 14h across the Pacific Ocean (north coast of New Guinea), operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 4 Pelni sailings from Sorong 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: Manokwari to Sorong
Pelni also sails Manokwari to Sorong, taking About 12h – 14h. Manokwari to Sorong: 7 Nov 06:00 (KM Dorolonda), 13 Nov 18:00 (KM Gunung Dempo), 16 Nov 02:00 (KM Sinabung), 17 Nov 10:00 (KM Dobonsolo), 27 Nov 12:00 (KM Gunung Dempo); about 12h – 15h, from Rp 201,500 economy.
Sorong to Manokwari ferry timetable & sailing pattern
About weekly on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Sorong: 9 Nov 15:00 (KM Gunung Dempo), 12 Nov 18:00 (KM Sinabung), 13 Nov 23:59 (KM Dobonsolo), 23 Nov 09:00 (KM Gunung Dempo)
Return: Manokwari to Sorong: 7 Nov 06:00 (KM Dorolonda), 13 Nov 18:00 (KM Gunung Dempo), 16 Nov 02:00 (KM Sinabung), 17 Nov 10:00 (KM Dobonsolo), 27 Nov 12:00 (KM Gunung Dempo); about 12h – 15h, from Rp 201,500 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 Sorong and Manokwari
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 12h – 14h | KM Dobonsolo, KM Dorolonda, KM Gunung Dempo, KM Sinabung |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
170 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Manokwari is the capital of West Papua province.
Tips for the Sorong to Manokwari 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.