Indonesia
Tual → Dobo
Pelni’s KM Labobar and KM Leuser sail between Tual and Dobo; the trip takes about 7h – 12h. Dobo is the main town of the Aru Islands.
Tual to Dobo ferry at a glance
The ferry from Tual to Dobo takes About 7h – 12h across the Arafura Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 2 Pelni sailings from Tual 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: Dobo to Tual
Pelni also sails Dobo to Tual, taking About 7h – 12h. Dobo to Tual: 5 Nov 21:00 (KM Leuser), 6 Nov 12:00 (KM Labobar), 10 Nov 17:00 (KM Tatamailau), 20 Nov 12:00 (KM Labobar); about 7h – 10h, from Rp 85,000 economy.
Tual to Dobo ferry timetable & sailing pattern
2 sailings in four weeks on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Tual: 18 Nov 03:00 (KM Labobar), 25 Nov 13:00 (KM Leuser)
Return: Dobo to Tual: 5 Nov 21:00 (KM Leuser), 6 Nov 12:00 (KM Labobar), 10 Nov 17:00 (KM Tatamailau), 20 Nov 12:00 (KM Labobar); about 7h – 10h, from Rp 85,000 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 Tual and Dobo
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 7h – 12h | KM Labobar, KM Leuser, KM Tatamailau |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
90 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Dobo is the main town of the Aru Islands.
Tips for the Tual to Dobo 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.