Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal : Schedule & Guide
Bandar Bentan Telani (BBT) Ferry Terminal is Bintan Island’s main international ferry gateway. It is located on the island’s northwest coast, near the Bintan Resorts area.
BBT is the arrival point for Bintan Resort Ferries (BRF) sailing from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (TMFT) in Singapore to Bintan.
What Is Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal?
BBT is a purpose-built ferry terminal that also serves as an immigration checkpoint for the Bintan Resorts area. It is the fastest and most convenient arrival point for tourists heading to Lagoi.
Quick facts:
- Location: Lagoi, North Bintan, Riau Islands, Indonesia
- Departure port: Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (TMFT), Singapore
- Crossing time: About 70 minutes
- Main operator: Bintan Resort Ferries (BRF)
- Immigration: Visa-on-arrival counter available
- Nearest area: Lagoi Resort Zone (Bintan Resorts Hotels )
Ferry Schedule
Ferries between Singapore and BBT run several times daily, with more departures on weekends and public holidays.
Outbound sailings from Singapore start around 08:10 and end around 17:00.
Full daily timings are listed on Bintan Ferry Schedule from Singapore to Bintan.
Singapore to Bandar Bentan Telani
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Mon-Thur
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Fri-Sat
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Sun
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08:10
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08:10
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08:10
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-
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09:10
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-
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11:10
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11:10
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11:10
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14:00
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14:00
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14:00
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17:00
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17:00
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17:00
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Extra sailings may run during peak season or public holidays. Bintan is one hour behind Singapore. A ferry leaving Singapore at 08:10 arrives at BBT around 08:20 local time.
Ferry Operators
Bintan Resort Ferries (BRF) is the main operator connecting Tanah Merah and BBT, running most daily crossings.
It is the recommended choice for reliability, schedule frequency, and direct online booking.
How to Book Ferry Tickets
Tickets can be booked two ways:
- Online direct booking: Allows selection of a preferred time slot in advance. Recommended for weekends and peak season.
- Counter or walk-in booking: Available at both Tanah Merah and BBT terminals, subject to seat availability.
- Bintan Hotel Stay Package: Combines the ferry ticket with hotel stay and return land transfer in one booking.
Getting From Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal to a Hotel
Several transport options are available after arrival at BBT.
Shuttle Services
Many hotels in the Bintan Resorts area, including The Residence Bintan, run Hotel Shuttle Services from the terminal.
Staff typically wait at the arrival hall with a hotel signboard for each ferry arrival.
Grab Car Services
Grab in Bintan operates within the Bintan Resorts area. Since BBT is located inside this area, Grab can be used for hotels within the zone, but not for destinations outside it.
Private Transfer Services
Private transfer services from BBT to hotels in East Bintan, including the Trikora area, are available through Private Arrival & Departure Transfer
Taxi Counter
A taxi counter is available at the BBT arrival hall, past immigration. An ATM is located nearby for IDR cash. See How to Get Around Bintan for other transport options.
Direct Tour Pickup
Bintan tours are also available with direct pickup from BBT after arrival, so travelers can head straight into activities without a hotel stop first. See Bintan Tour Package for available options.
Facilities & Amenities
- Immigration & customs counters
- Visa-on-arrival service counter
- Currency exchange services
- Food & beverage outlets
- Waiting lounge with seating area
- Emerald Lounge for Emerald ticket class passengers
- Taxi and resort shuttle pick-up points
Visa on Arrival
Most nationalities, including Singaporeans, can enter visa-free or via visa on arrival for short stays. A passport with at least 6 months’ validity is required.
Immigration processing typically takes 10–20 minutes during peak arrival hours.
See Bintan Visa on Arrival for full requirements.
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