Ferry Bintan Island: Routes, Schedule & Prices (2026)

Plan Your Trip

The ferry to Bintan Island departs from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal in Singapore. Bintan Resort Ferries (BRF) runs the direct route to Bandar Bentan Telani, taking about 70 minutes.

Majestic Fast Ferry and Sindo Ferry serve Tanjung Pinang, taking 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours.

There is no bridge and no flight between Singapore and Bintan. The ferry is the only way to cross.

Ferry Operators Serving Bintan Island

Two ferry routes connect Singapore and Bintan Island, run by different operators and arriving at different ports.

Arriving at the wrong terminal can add up to 90 minutes of extra travel time.

Bintan Resort Ferries (BRF)

BRF operates the direct route from Singapore to the Bintan Resorts area in Lagoi.

Arrives at Bandar Bentan Telani (BBT) Ferry Terminal.
Best suited for guests staying at Bintan Resort Hotels in the Lagoi area.
Many hotels provide Hotel Shuttle Services from the terminal.
This is the fastest and most tourist-focused route to Bintan.

Majestic Fast Ferry & Sindo Ferry

Both operators run from Singapore to Tanjung Pinang, the main city in southern Bintan.

Fares are generally lower than the direct Lagoi route.
Useful for travelers staying in Tanjung Pinang or visiting Penyengat Island.
A practical backup when BRF tickets sell out, especially on weekends and holidays.

Ferry Schedule

Bintan Resort Ferries (BRF) runs multiple daily sailings between Tanah Merah and Bandar Bentan Telani. The first departure is usually around 08:10. The last sailing is usually around 17:00.

Schedules can change by season, day of week, and public holidays. Full daily timings are listed on Bintan Ferry Schedule from Singapore to Bintan.

Ferry Prices

Fares depend on operator, ticket class, and travel dates.

BRF Economy Class: SGD 100–105 round trip, per adult.
BRF Emerald Class: SGD 154–159 round trip, per adult.
Majestic Fast Ferry: from SGD 98 per person.
Sindo Ferry: from SGD 98 per person.

A full breakdown of BRF’s two ticket classes, including child fares and peak-season rates, is available on Bintan Ferries Emerald Class vs Economy.

Ferry Terminals

Three terminals serve Bintan-bound ferries. Which one applies depends on the operator and route.

Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (Singapore)

Every Bintan-bound ferry departs from here, regardless of operator.

About 15–20 minutes from Changi Airport by taxi.
Reachable by MRT: East-West Line to Tanah Merah, then a short bus ride.
Arrival at least 90 minutes before departure is recommended.

Bandar Bentan Telani (BBT) Ferry Terminal

BBT is the arrival port for the direct BRF route.

Used by most resort guests heading to Lagoi.
Most Lagoi-area resorts operate a free shuttle counter in the arrival hall.
See Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal guide for terminal facilities and transport options.

Tanjung Pinang Ferry Terminal (Sri Bintan Pura Port)

This terminal serves Majestic and Sindo Ferry arrivals.

Located in Tanjungpinang city, south of Bintan.
Road transfer to the Lagoi resort area takes roughly 1 to 1.5 hours by private transfer

How to Book Ferry Tickets

Decide your route first, BBT (Bintan Resorts) or Tanjung Pinang, based on where you’re staying.
Check your passport validity. It must be valid for at least 6 months from your entry date into Indonesia; this is strictly enforced at check-in.
Book online through the operator’s official site (Bintan Resort Ferries, Majestic Fast Ferry, or Sindo Ferry), or through a licensed travel agent like Bintan Travel Guide (BTG) offering a ferry + hotel package — book at least 1–3 weeks ahead for weekends, further out for peak holidays.
Enter passenger details exactly as they appear on each passport ( please make sure provide your passport first before booking online )
Complete the Indonesian arrival/customs declaration online before travel, travelers sometimes also call this the “Bintan Arrival Card“, you’ll get a QR code, save a screenshot.
Check Bintan visa on arrival requirements. Singapore passport holders travel visa-free for tourism (up to 30 days). Most other nationalities need an e-VOA or visa arranged in advance.
Arrive at Tanah Merah at least 90 minutes early, collect your boarding pass at the counter even with a digital confirmation, and check in luggage before immigration.

Ferry, Hotel, and Return Transfer Packages

A combined package bundles the return ferry ticket, land transfer, and hotel stay into one booking. This suits short trips, such as 2D1N or 3D2N, where ferry timing needs to match check-in and activity plans.

Hotels commonly included in these packages: