# Tanah Merah (ID TAL)

**UN/LOCODE:** ID TAL  
**Country:** Indonesia  
**Water Body:** Makassar Strait; South Pacific Ocean  
**Harbor Size:** Very Small  
**Harbor Type:** Coastal (Natural)  
**GPS:** -1.8167, 116.1667

Tanah Merah is a vital yet small port located in Indonesia that plays a crucial role in maritime freight and container shipping. Positioned along the Makassar Strait and offering access to the South Pacific Ocean, Tanah Merah serves as an essential gateway for international shipping routes. The port features modest container terminal facilities that are well-equipped to handle a variety of cargo types, ensuring efficient logistics operations. Additionally, its hinterland connections via road infrastructure enhance distribution capabilities across the region, allowing for seamless transport of goods to and from nearby markets. Tanah Merah's natural coastal harbor provides a strategic advantage for logistics solutions tailored to regional trade dynamics.

## Transit Times & Routes

- [Jakarta → Shanghai](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/transit-time/jakarta-shanghai)
- [Jakarta → Shenzhen](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/transit-time/jakarta-shenzhen)
- [Jakarta → Guangzhou](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/transit-time/jakarta-guangzhou)
- [Jakarta → Hong Kong](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/transit-time/jakarta-hong-kong)
- [Jakarta → Tokyo](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/transit-time/jakarta-tokyo)
- [Jakarta → Busan](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/transit-time/jakarta-busan)

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