Pelni Officially Opens Ticket Sales for Eid Mudik 2025, Make Sure You Don't Run Out of Quota

Kapanlagi.com - Eid Mudik, a tradition eagerly awaited by the Indonesian people, is back! PT Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (Pelni) has officially opened ticket sales for ships for Eid transportation in 2025, responding to the high demand from travelers.

With a total of 781,723 tickets prepared for the period from March 16 to April 16, 2025, Pelni is ready to take you home to your hometown. The fleet operating consists of 25 passenger ships serving 74 ports, as well as 30 pioneer ships reaching 230 ports across Indonesia. Pelni is committed to ensuring a smooth journey for this year's mudik.

To provide maximum comfort and safety for passengers, Pelni has made various thorough preparations. This includes comprehensive inspections (ramp checks) of the ships, fleet repairs, and improvements to safety facilities and services on board. Summarized by Kapanlagi.com from various sources on Saturday (1/3/2025), here is complete information regarding Pelni's ship ticket sales for Eid Mudik 2025.

1. Number and Schedule of Pelni Ship Ticket Sales for Eid 2025

Pelni provides a total of 781,723 tickets for the mudik and return trips for Eid this year. This number includes the seating capacity from various passenger ships and pioneer ships.

Here is the important schedule related to ticket sales:

• Eid Transportation Period: March 16 - April 16, 2025
• Start of Ticket Sales: H-30 before departure

Ship Capacity:

• 25 passenger ships serving 74 ports with a total capacity of 60,212 seats
• 30 pioneer ships reaching 230 ports

Tickets can be booked in advance to help the public plan their trips more comfortably.

2. Routes and Ships Serving Eid Mudik 2025

Pelni operates various ships to serve mudik trips to various regions in Indonesia. Here are some of the main routes available:

1. Jakarta - Surabaya - Makassar - Ambon
2. Surabaya - Balikpapan - Tarakan
3. Makassar - Bau-Bau - Sorong - Jayapura
4. Semarang - Pontianak - Batam - Medan (Belawan)
5. Denpasar - Bima - Ende - Kupang

Each ship is equipped with safety facilities such as lifeboats, life-rafts, life-jackets, and life-buoys. In addition, some ships also offer additional facilities such as restaurants, minimarkets, polyclinics, mini theaters, and commercial WiFi services for passenger comfort.

3. How to Buy Pelni Ship Tickets for Eid Homecoming

To facilitate the public in obtaining tickets, Pelni has provided various booking methods that can be done online or offline. Here are the ways to purchase Pelni ship tickets:

Online Purchase

1. Through the Official Pelni Website:
2. Visit pelni.co.id
3. Select the travel route and departure schedule
4. Fill in personal data according to the passenger's identity
5. Make payment through the available methods
6. Download the electronic ticket sent via email

Through Banking Apps and Marketplaces

Pelni ship tickets can also be purchased through the following platforms:

1. BCA Mobile (Lifestyle)
2. Livin’ by Mandiri (Sukha)
3. BNI Agen46
4. Indomaret, Alfamart, Alfamidi
5. Easybook, via.com, MMBC, Fastpay, Versa, Topindo

Offline Purchase

For those who want to buy tickets directly, they can visit the Pelni counter at the port, official Pelni agents, or minimarket networks that cooperate with Pelni.

4. Safety and Comfort Preparations for Passengers

Pelni not only prepares tickets and fleets but also tightens safety aspects during the journey. Some of the steps that have been taken include:

• Ship condition checks (ramp check) before sailing
• Enhancement of safety facilities, including lifeboats, life jackets, and life buoys
• Training for crew members to handle emergency situations
• Improvement of facilities on the ship, such as restaurants, clinics, and mini theaters

Pelni continues to improve services so that this year's homecoming journey runs more safely and comfortably, including the provision of additional services such as TV channels and commercial WiFi to ensure passenger comfort during the journey.

5. Tips to Avoid Running Out of Pelni Ship Tickets

Due to the high demand for ship tickets for the Eid homecoming, it is advisable for the public to make reservations early. Here are some tips to avoid running out of tickets:

1. Book tickets from H-30 before departure through official platforms
2. Choose departure dates outside the peak homecoming period, such as H-10 or H-7 before Eid
3. Prepare complete personal data when booking tickets to expedite the transaction process
4. Check ticket availability periodically on the Pelni app or website
5. Utilize digital payment methods to speed up the purchase process

According to data from previous years, Pelni ship tickets for popular routes often sell out quickly. Therefore, make your reservation as soon as possible before the quota is full.

6. FAQ

1. When will the Pelni ship tickets for the 2025 Eid homecoming start to be sold?

Ticket sales will start 30 days before departure, with the transportation period from March 16 to April 16, 2025.

2. Where can I buy Pelni ship tickets?

Tickets can be purchased through the website pelni.co.id, banking apps, marketplaces, Indomaret, Alfamart, and official Pelni agents.

3. What are the Pelni ship routes for the Eid homecoming?

Some main routes include Jakarta - Makassar - Ambon, Surabaya - Balikpapan, and Makassar - Sorong - Jayapura.

4. What is the capacity of Pelni ships for the 2025 Eid homecoming?

Pelni provides 60,212 seats from 25 passenger ships and 30 pioneer ships.

(kpl/rmt)