Indonesia
Timika → Merauke
Pelni’s KM Leuser and KM Tatamailau sail between Timika and Merauke; the trip takes about 1 day 21h – 2 days. Merauke is Indonesia’s easternmost city, in South Papua.
Timika to Merauke ferry at a glance
The ferry from Timika to Merauke takes About 1 day 21h – 2 days across the Arafura Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 2 Pelni sailings from Timika 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: Merauke to Timika
Pelni also sails Merauke to Timika, taking About 1 day 21h – 2 days. Merauke to Timika: 7 Nov 23:00 (KM Tatamailau), 30 Nov 14:00 (KM Leuser); about 1 day 16h – 1 day 21h, from Rp 313,500 economy.
Timika to Merauke ferry timetable & sailing pattern
2 sailings in four weeks on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Timika: 5 Nov 03:00 (KM Tatamailau), 27 Nov 05:00 (KM Leuser)
Return: Merauke to Timika: 7 Nov 23:00 (KM Tatamailau), 30 Nov 14:00 (KM Leuser); about 1 day 16h – 1 day 21h, from Rp 313,500 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 Timika and Merauke
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 1 day 21h – 2 days | KM Leuser, KM Tatamailau |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
309 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Merauke is Indonesia’s easternmost city, in South Papua.
Tips for the Timika to Merauke 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.