Travel Guide
Dili–Oecusse Ferry Schedule: Overnight Times & Fares
The current APORTIL timetable for the overnight ferry between Díli and Oecusse
By Tony Franklin, FounderBest: May to November usually brings drier conditions, but sea and operational disruptions can happen year-round
Dili ↔ Oecusse ferry
Oecusse is an exclave, surrounded by Indonesian West Timor. The ferry is the practical way in and out — the alternatives are a Friday flight or a land crossing that needs an Indonesian visa.
Every sailing leaves in the late afternoon and runs overnight, roughly 13 hours, arriving the next morning. Book a cabin or bring something to sleep on.
Dili → Oecusse
| Day | Vessel | Boarding | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | Berlin Ramelau | 17:00 | $8 |
| Wednesday | MV Success | 16:00 | $10 |
| Friday | Berlin Ramelau | 17:00 | $8 |
| Sunday | MV Success | 16:00 | $10 |
Oecusse → Dili
| Day | Vessel | Boarding | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | MV Success | 16:00 | $10 |
| Wednesday | Berlin Ramelau | 17:00 | $8 |
| Thursday | MV Success | 16:00 | $10 |
| Sunday | Berlin Ramelau | 17:00 | $8 |
Berlin Ramelau is the newer, larger ship and the cheaper fare. (APORTIL ticket office, 30 August 2026)
The public ferry is the practical sea connection between Díli and the Oecusse exclave. Berlin Ramelau and MV Success make overnight crossings on different days, leaving in the late afternoon and arriving the following morning. The scheduled crossing is about 13 hours, with one-way passenger fares of $8 on Berlin Ramelau or $10 on MV Success.
The timetable below was transcribed from the APORTIL ticket-office board in Díli and verified on 30 August 2026. Weather, maintenance and public holidays can change a sailing, so read the live disruption status and confirm at the port before relying on a connection.
Quick Answer: Díli to Oecusse Ferry
- Díli to Oecusse: Berlin Ramelau leaves Tuesday and Friday at 17:00 for $8. MV Success leaves Wednesday and Sunday at 16:00 for $10.
- Oecusse to Díli: MV Success leaves Monday and Thursday at 16:00 for $10. Berlin Ramelau leaves Wednesday and Sunday at 17:00 for $8.
- Journey: an overnight crossing of about 13 hours, arriving the following morning.
- Tickets: bring US-dollar cash and confirm the current selling point and boarding instructions at the port.
What the Overnight Crossing Is Like
Both services leave in the late afternoon and travel overnight. Treat the 13-hour duration as approximate: sea conditions and port operations can move the arrival time, so do not plan a tight onward connection on the morning you arrive.
Bring drinking water, food, a warm layer, basic toiletries and something comfortable to sit or lie on. Facilities are simple. Keep valuables and travel documents with you, and carry enough cash for the crossing and your first day in Oecusse.
Before You Go to the Port
Check the live notice above and the APORTIL source before travelling. Ask at the port about the ticket office, boarding time and any vehicle or cargo arrangements, since those operational details can change without a new printed timetable.
Arrive well before the printed departure time. A listed departure is not the time to begin buying a ticket or loading luggage, and late-afternoon port queues can be slow.
Common Questions
How long is the Díli–Oecusse ferry?
About 13 hours overnight. Treat the arrival as approximate and avoid a tight connection the next morning.
How much does it cost?
The APORTIL board lists $8 each way on Berlin Ramelau and $10 each way on MV Success.
Does it run every day?
No. Each direction has four scheduled sailings per week, split between Berlin Ramelau and MV Success. Use the table above for the exact day and direction.
Can I take a vehicle?
These vessels carry cargo and may carry vehicles, but capacity, loading time, paperwork and price are not included on the passenger timetable. Confirm directly at the port.
Tips
- Check the live status and confirm at the port before every sailing.
- Arrive early enough to buy a ticket and complete boarding before departure.
- Bring food, water, a warm layer and something comfortable for the overnight crossing.
- Keep a buffer after arrival; the 13-hour duration is approximate.
- Carry enough US-dollar cash for the fare and your first day in Oecusse.
Practical Information
- Díli departures
Tue/Fri 17:00 on Berlin Ramelau; Wed/Sun 16:00 on MV Success.
- Oecusse departures
Mon/Thu 16:00 on MV Success; Wed/Sun 17:00 on Berlin Ramelau.
- Fares
$8 Berlin Ramelau; $10 MV Success, one way.
- Journey time
About 13 hours overnight; arrival time is approximate.
- Source
APORTIL ticket-office board, verified 30 August 2026.
Best Time
May to November usually brings drier conditions, but sea and operational disruptions can happen year-round. Check the live status before travelling.
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