Indonesia
Tual → Timika
Pelni’s KM Leuser sails between Tual and Timika, calling at Dobo; the trip takes about 1 day 14h. Pomako is the port of Timika in Central Papua.
Tual to Timika ferry at a glance
The ferry from Tual to Timika takes About 1 day 14h across the Arafura Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 1 Pelni sailing 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: Timika to Tual
Pelni also sails Timika to Tual, taking About 1 day 14h. Timika to Tual: 5 Nov 01:00 (KM Leuser), 9 Nov 22:00 (KM Tatamailau), 2 Dec 08:00 (KM Leuser); about 1 day 5h – 1 day 6h, from Rp 235,000 economy.
Tual to Timika ferry timetable & sailing pattern
1 sailings in four weeks on Pelni, via Dobo
Published departure times
- From Tual: 25 Nov 13:00 (KM Leuser)
Return: Timika to Tual: 5 Nov 01:00 (KM Leuser), 9 Nov 22:00 (KM Tatamailau), 2 Dec 08:00 (KM Leuser); about 1 day 5h – 1 day 6h, from Rp 235,000 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 Timika
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 1 day 14h (via Dobo) | KM Leuser, KM Tatamailau |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
246 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Ships call at Dobo on the way
- Pomako is the port of Timika in Central Papua.
Tips for the Tual to Timika 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.