Indonesia
Ternate → Ambon
Pelni’s KM Nggapulu and KM Sangiang sail between Ternate and Ambon (some sailings call at other ports on the way); the trip takes about 20h – 2 days 16h. Ternate is the main town of North Maluku; Ambon is the capital of Maluku.
Ternate to Ambon ferry at a glance
The ferry from Ternate to Ambon takes About 20h – 2 days 16h across the Molucca Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 4 Pelni sailings from Ternate 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.
Sources: pelni.co.id · pelni.co.id · How we verify
Return crossing: Ambon to Ternate
Pelni also sails Ambon to Ternate, taking About 20h – 2 days 16h. Ambon to Ternate: 6 Nov 23:59 (KM Sangiang), 12 Nov 15:00 (KM Tatamailau), 17 Nov 17:00 (KM Nggapulu), 20 Nov 23:59 (KM Sangiang); about 19h – 2 days 19h, from Rp 264,500 economy.
Ternate to Ambon ferry timetable & sailing pattern
About weekly on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Ternate: 7 Nov 02:00 (KM Nggapulu), 13 Nov 17:00 (KM Sangiang), 19 Nov 18:00 (KM Nggapulu), 27 Nov 17:00 (KM Sangiang)
Return: Ambon to Ternate: 6 Nov 23:59 (KM Sangiang), 12 Nov 15:00 (KM Tatamailau), 17 Nov 17:00 (KM Nggapulu), 20 Nov 23:59 (KM Sangiang); about 19h – 2 days 19h, from Rp 264,500 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 Ternate and Ambon
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 20h – 2 days 16h | KM Nggapulu, KM Sangiang, KM Tatamailau |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
273 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Some sailings call at other ports on the way; Pelni’s ticket search lists every call
- Ternate is the main town of North Maluku; Ambon is the capital of Maluku.
Tips for the Ternate to Ambon 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.