Bintan to Batam: There are 2 Best Route Options
Bintan Island and Batam are both part of Indonesia’s Riau Islands Province, but located on different islands.
Traveling from Bintan to Batam is easy, and you can choose from two main routes depending on your location in Bintan.
Below is a simple guide on how to get to Batam from Bintan:
1. Speedboat from Tanjung Uban Port (Bulang Linggi Port)
If you are staying in the Bintan Resorts area (Lagoi) or the northern part of Bintan, this is the most convenient option.
- Departure Port: Bulang Linggi Port, Tanjung Uban (North Bintan)
- Travel Time: ~15 minutes to Batam
- Operating Hours: 07:00 – 17:00 daily
- Departures: Every 30 minutes (more service during peak season)
- Tickets: Buy at the counter, cash (IDR only)
From the Bintan Resorts area, the drive to Tanjung Uban takes around 35–45 minutes depending on your hotel location.
This route is highly recommended for:
- Travelers staying in Lagoi / Bintan Resorts area
- Those who want a quick and direct trip to Batam
- Day trip visitors between Batam and Bintan
You will arrive at Telaga Punggur Ferry Terminal in Batam
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2. Ferry from Tanjung Pinang City (Sri Bintan Pura Port)
If you are located in the east or south side of Bintan, the ferry from Tanjung Pinang might be more suitable.
- Departure Port: Sri Bintan Pura Port, Tanjung Pinang
- Travel Time: ~60 minutes to Batam
- Operating Hours: 07:30 – 17:00 daily
- Departures: Every 30 minutes
- Tickets: Buy at the counter, cash (IDR only)
This port also serves ferry connections from Singapore, making it a transport hub in Bintan.
From the eastern side of Bintan, the travel time to Tanjung Pinang is about 1 hour, so it’s more practical than going all the way to Tanjung Uban.
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