Indonesia
Surabaya → Kumai
Pelni’s KM Awu, KM Kelimutu and KM Lawit sail between Surabaya and Kumai; the trip takes about 1 day 3h – 1 day 5h. Kumai is the river port for Tanjung Puting National Park’s orangutan boat trips.
Surabaya to Kumai ferry at a glance
The ferry from Surabaya to Kumai takes About 1 day 3h – 1 day 5h across the Java Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 7 Pelni sailings from Surabaya 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: Kumai to Surabaya
Pelni also sails Kumai to Surabaya, taking About 1 day 3h – 1 day 5h. Kumai to Surabaya: 6 Nov 21:00 (KM Lawit), 13 Nov 15:00 (KM Awu), 17 Nov 20:00 (KM Kelimutu), 20 Nov 22:00 (KM Lawit); about 1 day 3h – 1 day 5h, from Rp 249,000 economy.
Surabaya to Kumai ferry timetable & sailing pattern
About weekly on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Surabaya: 5 Nov 13:00 (KM Lawit), 5 Nov 22:00 (KM Kelimutu), 10 Nov 19:00 (KM Awu), 19 Nov 05:00 (KM Lawit), 21 Nov 22:00 (KM Kelimutu), 24 Nov 22:00 (KM Awu)
Return: Kumai to Surabaya: 6 Nov 21:00 (KM Lawit), 13 Nov 15:00 (KM Awu), 17 Nov 20:00 (KM Kelimutu), 20 Nov 22:00 (KM Lawit); about 1 day 3h – 1 day 5h, from Rp 249,000 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 Surabaya and Kumai
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 1 day 3h – 1 day 5h | KM Awu, KM Kelimutu, KM Lawit |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
274 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Kumai is the river port for Tanjung Puting National Park’s orangutan boat trips.
Tips for the Surabaya to Kumai 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.